Pepina (Josephine)

Mixed Breed · Female

We took in Pepinu after her owner was injured, who unfortunately eventually passed away in the hospital. Although she fought like a lioness to be able to return home with Josefínka, when it became clear that this would not happen, we were asked by her, her family and close friend to take Pepinu into our temporary care, from which we are looking for the best forever home for her. Pepa (as she is called in temporary care) has already undergone all veterinary check-ups and treatments. Since Pepina had a real weight problem, when she came to us, she had difficulties moving, lying down and getting up. However, we have managed to slowly reduce her weight, and the problems with lying down and standing up have completely disappeared. However, an important fact is that it is necessary to keep her weight within a reasonable range, as X-rays showed findings on her hips and knees. Therefore, she needs to receive chondro preparations every day preventively, even though she currently has no problems or pain. In complete blood tests, a problem with the thyroid gland function was detected. Every morning, she takes one tablet on an empty stomach, which she really willingly swallows and everything goes without any struggles - oh yes :-) As for the thyroid gland, the only issue is that sometimes her fur falls out somewhere and new fur grows back. Nothing that causes her any discomfort. Pepa is fully vaccinated, spayed, and during the neutering, we had the structure (bulka) removed, which we sent for histological examination. The result was absolutely great: a benign mixed tumor of the mammary gland, or a non-cancerous mass. Pepa can now calmly pack her bag and go home. There's nothing stopping her adoption anymore :-) As for her personality, she is our little dependent. She was used to being at home with her original owner, and therefore she's still learning (and continues to learn!) that most people have to go to work :-D After the first escapades, she learned that we really do come back, and that we certainly don't want to leave her. We are still in the process of learning that the world doesn't collapse when you go to work. She absolutely loves toys, whether rubber or stuffed. And unfortunately, she knows better than our offspring how many toys she actually has. So when she hides one somewhere, the whole family looks for it :-D Until the toy is found, no one can go to sleep. Then we look really intensively :-D We also have to say that German shepherds are incredibly intelligent, or at least Pepinka is. She tells us exactly what she needs: that her toy rolled somewhere and where exactly, that she finished her bowl of water, that it's time for dinner, that she wants to go outside. She either stares at us, nudges us with her nose, or barks. And if it really takes a long time and we aren't doing miracles for her, she simply kicks us with her front paw :-D She is really communicative and has a wide range of expressions :-) If you would like to contribute to Josefínka, we attach the number of a transparent veterinary account, where you can track financial transactions: In the photo gallery, you will also find a QR code for quick payment without specifying an amount.

Listed 1 month ago