Page 11 - DoggieRescue E-Magazine September 2019

SEPTEMBER 2019 DOGGIERESCUE.COM MAGAZINE 11

Stevie does not have much vision – perhaps he sees
just shadows as he does not run into things. He cannot
SPRING get up steps but can get down a few. Sometimes you
see him playing with a toy but not regularly. Although he
sleeps much more than a normal pup he is much
Is a time when life begins anew…. calmer. Food wise, we only feed cooked chicken and
basmati rice and veggies -- no raw bones or difficult
foods to digest. He does like treats.
COVER BOY : “STEVIE WONDER”

“ Stevie is a delightful pup who greets everyone
who comes to Doggiewood. He is gentle even
with the most frightened children.” Monika

Background: Stevie Wonder, or Stevie for short,
has poor vision. He came from a pet shop and
quickly found himself unwanted when his disability
emerged. Our vet says the poor vision is probably
brain related and he also circles to the left at times.
He had one bout of seizures some weeks ago
but none since. Stevie has had an MRI which
confirmed he has hydrocephalus, commonly
known as “water on the brain”. Stevie has started
medications to generally help fluid to be reduced
in the body as well as the brain.

Stevie is a pup who will always be a pup, no matter
what age – needing extra cleaning and extra care. “ Stevie would be best suited to a family with a
He hears your every word and gets excited on your medical or veterinary background to give him long
approach. When he gets excited he spins so you need to term care.” Monika
pick him up and give him a big cuddle. He eats well and
enjoys his puppy milk. He is also easy to medicate. Stevie Stevie is a bright playful puppy who is looking for a
is on medication for life. He is social with other dogs and special home where he will be loved and cared for and
even puts up with other pups chewing at his feet and kept safe. Sponsor: “ You deserve the best home ever
trying to play with him. Stevie!” Gail Henderson

Our new volunteer feature photographer is
long time supporter and talented artist TOVAH
LEVITAS. Photos showcase our doggies and
help enormously to find them new homes so it
is a hugely important volunteer position.

https://www.facebook.com/pawstopaper/

If you think you have talent and enjoy taking
photos of cats DoggieRescue is seeking a
volunteer photographer for this position for
a few hours each month. Please email:
magazine@DoggieRescue.com for more details.