Elmo is a 10-month-old Great Pyrenees mix who came to us after being shot in the hip, with the bullet lodged near his spine. Thankfully, it has since become completely encapsulated, and all the specialists agree that attempting to remove it would be far riskier than leaving it alone. The good news is that this does not define Elmo’s future. He is healthy, comfortable, and expected to live a long, happy life. For now, Elmo would do best skipping the extreme sports. No leaping from rock to rock or scaling tall peaks in his immediate future. That said, he is very much a normal, joyful dog who enjoys his walks, his people, and his canine friends. He is good with other dogs, loves people, and has a particularly strong appreciation for a high-quality dog bed where he can fully relax. He has not lived with cats and showed some mild interest in them, so dog-savvy cats would likely be fine. Elmo is sweet, resilient, and quietly brave. He has been through more than any dog should, yet he greets the world with trust and calm. He is ready for a safe home with soft beds and an ample supply of snacks.
Ideal Home
Elmo would thrive in a home that understands he does not need to be an adventure athlete to be a wonderful companion. We recommend kids over 10 or sturdy kids, and we want kids to be old enough to understand that Elmo is not a pony given his medical issues.
Ongoing Health
Elmo has a bullet lodged near his spine, which has become encapsulated. Specialists have advised that removal would be riskier than leaving it. He is otherwise healthy and comfortable and expected to live a long, happy life.
Training & Support
Elmo enjoys his walks, his people, and his canine friends. He is good with other dogs and loves people.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Elmo is located in our Tennessee facility. We can transport to states east of the Mississippi River.
