Meet Poppy, a remarkable girl with a heart full of joy! Poppy was born around May 2022 and weighs approximately 35 pounds. With her stunning chestnut-colored coat, expressive eyes, and sweet personality, this Shepherd mix is impossible not to love. Poppy is smart, affectionate, playful, and loves being part of the action. She enjoys wrestling with her canine friends, playing in the yard, attending doggy daycare, and showing off her adorable version of the zoomies. While she may move a little differently than most dogs, she doesn't let that slow her down one bit.
Poppy was born with a congenital hip condition and later suffered an injury that affected her lower spine. Despite these challenges, she lives a happy, active life. She gets around independently in the house and yard and uses her wheelchair for longer outdoor adventures. She can even navigate short flights of stairs on her own. Because of her spinal injury, Poppy experiences urinary and fecal incontinence and wears washable diapers to manage occasional leaks. She does not require bladder or bowel expression. With a consistent potty schedule, time outside, and regular movement, her daily care is very manageable.
Ideal Home
Poppy would thrive in a home where someone is not away for long periods, as she benefits from regular opportunities to go outside. A home with easy access to a yard and minimal stairs would make life even easier for her. She would love a playful canine companion, as she truly enjoys the company of other dogs.
Ongoing Health
Poppy was born with a congenital hip condition and later suffered an injury that affected her lower spine. She experiences urinary and fecal incontinence and wears washable diapers.
Training & Support
Poppy does not require bladder or bowel expression. With a consistent potty schedule, time outside, and regular movement, her daily care is very manageable. Poppy will come with all of her specialized equipment, including her wheelchair, washable diapers, diaper suspenders, waterproof bedding, and dog bed. Her foster family is committed to helping her adopters learn everything they need to know about her care and will gladly answer questions.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- A fenced yard is preferred.
- We do home visits as part of the adoption process.
- We are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
Transporation
Poppy is located in the Chicago and surrounding suburbs.
