Don Diego, a Sweet Senior

Jan 6, 2024 | 2024 Articles, Animal Rescue Adventures, Lee Juslin, Pets

When we think of breed rescue organizations, we think of dogs being saved from public shelters, unsuitable home situations, or turned in when owners pass away. Col. Potter Cairn Rescue, the largest national breed rescue in the country, like most rescues, does far more.

Don Diego

An all volunteer organization, Col. Potter often takes in dogs in need, especially from shelters, that are only part Cairn or not Cairn at all. Sometimes, they take in dogs with a number of serious health problems or dogs who are elderly. Even though these dogs may not be adoptable, CP cares for them and provides a safe, comfortable home with one of their experienced and caring foster parents. Don Diego may fall into this unadoptable category.

After his humans died, Don D. was left alone in an empty house. No one in the family wanted him, but relatives did come in to feed and walk him. Finally, realizing this was not a good or long-term solution, CP was called in.

At 16, Don D. has a number of health concerns. He is blind in one eye and has little sight in the other eye. He is also deaf and has arthritis in his hind legs. Due to his very partial sight, he is also leery of shadows. Lesley, his foster mom, walks him for exercise, but when his arthritis causes him to limp, he does have meds to take.

Don D. is a good old boy. He gets along with other dogs and cats. In part, this may be because he doesn’t see or hear them. He is not a lap dog or especially affectionate, but he does enjoy back rubs and throat scratches. He sleeps a lot and is not interested in toys. However, Lesley has another rescue that is a year and a half old, still very puppy-ish. Don D. will occasionally play with the youngster out in the yard.

Should Don D. be adopted, he would need a fenced-in yard to do his business because he doesn’t want to do so on his walks. He would need a quiet home, a patient human, and not an active family. Another dog or cat would be fine. However, if he is not adopted, CP will continue to care for him and provide him a comfortable home until the end of his days.

If you would like to learn more about CP, volunteer, or make a very welcome financial donation to help dogs like Don D., go to their website or FB page.

Remember, breed rescues like CP with an all-volunteer staff depend on financial, tax free donations from individuals in addition to support from their fundraising activities. The new year is a great time to include Col. Potter on your gift list and make a generous donation.

You can also make a donation to name a rescued dog to honor a special family member, a friend, or a beloved pet.

Website: www.cairnrescue.com
FB: facebook.com/CPCairnRescue

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Lee Juslin is a freelance copywriter living In North Carolina with her husband Scott and four rescued cats. She has an embroidery business, I B Dog Gone, and sells on Ebay under the I.D. Collectorfrosty. She supports several national, regional, and international breed rescues.