On Feb. 5, 2025, a momma dog with 2 newborn puppies was brought to Northwood on emergency. They were all 3 in terrible shape. The 2 puppies died soon after arrival. Momma dog was not able to use her rear legs well-she was very weak. With treatment, she regained some use of her rear legs but even now, she has some dragging of rear feet and ataxia (wobbly walk). She is not in pain.
She is a while and brown Pitbull mix, estimated to be about 4 years old. She weight 44 1/2lbs.
We named her Lt. Ellen Ripley. She has been spayed and dewormed. Her skin was a mess and was treated for Demodex. She has been vaccinated. She is currently going through heartworm treatment.
Lt. Ellen Ripley is very much a love. She does well with people and other dogs.
Do you have room in your heart (and home) for a special needs dog.
Name: Lt. Ellen Ripley
Gender: Female/Spayed
Birthday: 2/12/21
Current Location: Northwood Animal Hospital
Minimum Adoption Donation: $100