Lip

My story

Meet Lip! This sweet boy is looking for a home to offer him some comfort. Lip is a handsome 31 flavors mixed breed, with an estimated birthday of 11/01/2020, weighing around 50lbs. Lip is the most gentle and loving soul, and just wants someone to give him the snuggles and affection he desperately craves. Lip loves the company of other dogs, but as always a meet and greet is required if you already have any in the family. He has not yet been tested with cats, but his easy-going and relaxed demeanor makes him a wonderful dog for a family with kids. Lip has a rough and tragic history, when he was a much younger pup he was ruthlessly shot in one of his rear legs, just weeks after he had been hit by a car and injured that same leg. Unfortunately, he was never able to recieve proper vet care for these injuries, and it would now be much riskier to attempt to repair his leg. Although he uses his leg with little to no problems, in the colder weather, or if Lip has been particularly active, you may notice a little stiffness or a slightly odd rythm to Lip's gait. He has been examined by one of our trusted vets, and they agreed that intervention after so long would likely do more harm than good. Aside from him being predisposed to getting arthritis in that leg, they reccomended leaving it be.  To add to his story, poor Lip is positive for Heartworms. He has started his treatment and we can tell he's already feeling better, but he still has a ways to go before he gets a clean bill of health. Currently, Lip is looking for a loving foster home to care for him through his treatment and give him a more secure and comfortable place while he recovers and fights the deadly parasites. For the duration of the foster care, HSDC will provide any and all medications, and will guide the foster through the heartworm treatment process step-by-step. Mostly, his foster's job is to give him lots of love and treats!  If you are interested in fostering Lip and want more information, call 615-446-7387 or visit our shelter at 311 Tennsco Drive in Dickson.  ##2234162##

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Lip, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.