Dexter

This was Dexter when he first came to JCCARE.

Dexter was rescued from death row in a Northern California shelter. He was
severely malnourished, his teeth were rotten and gangrenous, his tail and
feet had recently been set on fire, resulting in charred, exposed flesh on
his feet and tail. The shelter had him recorded as a three time turn in
over his 7 years of life. This was to be his last visit.

He was brought to a loving vet who nursed this sad little guy from certain
death into a happy, healthy, funny boy who loves to run outside and play
with his housemates. Emotionally Dexter seemed not to carry many scars,
once he settled in he was 'one of the gang'. Physically his recovery has
taken longer, although he now sports a gorgeous fluffy coat- feet and all-
and a plumed tail that would make a showdog jealous. He doesnt get around
all that well sometimes, but he loves what he can do. He's in good weight
and loves to eat. He is always the first to engage visiting friends, be
they canine or human. He is about to celebrate his 8th birthday, in
California with all the friends who made it possible!!

The most amazing thing about having Dexter in our lives is what he has
taught us. Pound for pound, I cant say we've ever had a day as bad as those
we know Dexter had to face. Yet every day when you come home, there's
Dexter, barking his little bark, rolling around on his back kicking his
feet up at you- overjoyed to see you again. You just cant complain about
the job, the money or anything knowing what Dexter has survived without a
grumble.

Thanks to JCCARE and Toy Breed Rescue in San Jose, CA, Dexter has a forever
home and three humans who love him more than words can say.
We owe him big!!