We first learned of Amy because of an emergency call from an Animal Control officer. The officer said that they had just taken Amy -- almost lifeless -- from the steps of an apartment complex. Could we help? It was late in the afternoon, so we asked if Animal Control could meet us at our veterinarian's office with her. We were shocked at her condition and feared she wouldn't make it. Amy was coated in poop and was matted beyond belief. Once shaved down, her tiny bones stuck out and her legs looked like they were sticks. She was given emergency hydration and food (which we were thrilled she ate), but then she became listless. Amy's vet and the other staff were eager to help. One went to the blood bank in Annapolis during a snow storm because Amy needed blood transfusions for severe anemia. Amy's vet actually took her home over the weekend rather than risk leaving her in hospitalization.

Amy has started to respond to treatment and is eating well. She needs to gain quite a bit of weight -- to all of at least 10 lbs! Now that we think she's out of the woods, we are posting her for adoption. She will need continued veterinarian care, and just as importantly TLC. For now, we are going to accept applications for Amy, but she will not be at an adoption show any time soon. If interested in Amy, feel free to submit an online application and we will get back to you as to when Amy is ready to leave hospitalization. DAWG will financially cover Amy's care until she is back on her tiny feet.

To See Amy on YouTube, click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qXcFGtJkQo
 

For more information on Amy, or any of the other wonderful DAWG dogs, please submit an online application. There is no obligation. Once your application is received, a DAWG volunteer will contact you.