These 2 Pets With Medical Conditions Need Extra Love: SPCA

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — Patch recently partnered with the SPCA/Humane Society of Prince George's County. Each week, we will bring you the cutest pets looking for homes. Here are this week's adorable adoptables.

Turtle-Adult Pointer (4 years old; 50 pounds).
Personality: Greetings, my name is Turtle (aka Turtle Whurtle). I am a pretty active outdoor dog and I am just learning about the inside world with my foster mom.

Hobbies: I love to explore, chase balls and play with friends. Leashes and walks are new for me so I am still learning not to pull. I do not mind being left home while you are at work as long as I have some yard time to run around before and afterwards. My favorite part of the day is when you get home.

Favorite Toy: My foster mom has given me plenty of fun toys to chew on so I do not feel the need to chew on her toys. I am not too particular about my food and do not even mind if you there is some medication in my food bowl. Treats are nice but not a huge motivator for training. On the other hand I LOVE human food and I will beg with my big adorable puppy eyes (it has yet to work on my foster mom, she is a tough cookie to get human food from).

Favorite Napping Spot: I love affection and cuddling but do not require it all the time. I am happy to go lay in my crate, on my doggy bed or even on the couch. Noises are not a huge bother to me and I only bark if it is important which is not very often. The only noise that makes me really scared is thunder. When I hear thunder I try to find a safe, cozy, dark place to curl up in.

Dream Family: I’m heart worm positive and will still need to undergo treatment. I can still be adopted now, and the SPCA will cover the costs if you’re willing to bring me back to their vet for the treatment. Once treatment starts, I will need to be kept quiet for about 8 weeks.

Bailey

Personality: I’m a total teddy bear! I love to be held and scratched. I tolerate other animals, but really I just want to spend all my time with my human. I love to eat, and drink by scooping water up with my paws. I love to talk and I have a lot to say, so I hope you’re ready to listen to my stories!

Hobbies: Lounging and cuddling.

Favorite Toy: I love the laser light and the bird on a stick.

Favorite Napping Spot: Right next to my foster mom or better yet, on her lap.

Special Needs: The vet said I’m FIV+. I feel perfectly fine though, and studies show I can live a normal, long life. I won’t make anyone sick. I won’t even make other cats sick as long as we don’t fight and wound each other.

Dream Family: I want my new family to love me despite some battle scars and this FIV disease. I don’t think I like small children, and dogs scare me a bit. But another cat would be ok. As long as we don’t fight, I promise I won’t make him or her sick! I just want my humans to adore me and give me all the love and attention I deserve!

The local SPCA is a volunteer-run organization that does not operate a physical shelter. Volunteers house the animals in their own homes until they are adopted. Every pet up for adoption is listed here. To start the adoption process, fill out this form. Anyone with questions can call (301) 262-5625 or email pgspcavol@gmail.com.

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