Not Enough For Nemo

Ever see a dog running the streets and get the fleeting feeling of anxiety that someone is worried sick about where their dog is? Meet Nemo. Nemo, was recently brought into Natalie’s Second Chance by a man who claimed that he had been running the streets of his neighborhood for a couple of days.

Nemo is a special dog—he loves to run and has a charming, spunky personality that adores attention. Among Nemo’s special qualities is a birth defect that slows him down just a tad. He was born with an underdeveloped right front leg and his front left leg is turned in a bit, causing him to hunch over as he walks. Nemo falls within the approximate 6% of puppies who are born with birth defects, yet it certainly should not keep him from finding his forever home. A veterinarian put casts on both of his legs in hope that his tendons will strengthen, allowing him to walk normally.

Before allowing him to be adopted, veterinarians will be making sure that there aren’t any internal abnormalities that would cause future health problems. If you know of anyone that would be willing to give Nemo the forever home that he deserves, contact the shelter!