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February 9, 2004 November, 2003 Penelope, Northridge, CA ESRA # 2003-111CA Age: 8 years Gender: Spayed Female Color: Liver/White Weight: 50 lbs. Variety: Field-bred

Penny came to us from the shelter and she was really a sad mess. A loving older dog, her coat was matted and filthy. She was a sweet girl and it showed in her beautiful eyes. Penny suffered from a terrible bladder infection and needed medication and immediate treatment.

Unfortunately, at her initial vet check-up we discovered that Penny suffers Incontinence. This means her bladder leaks without her knowing it. While Penny's condition is not curable, there's lots we can do to help manage her symptoms. She is able to control her urine with the use of medication taken twice a day. As long as she takes the medication she is able to be clean and dry in the house.

Penny also has some hip dysphasia and her X-rays show a lot of arthritis on one hip. Penny also takes medication for her hip every day, and once a week gets an injection to build up the fluids that keep her hip lubricated. She gets a diet of food that also supports good joint health. Because of her hips Penny can only have light exercise.

Health problems aside, Penny is a happy, loving girl who thinks the world revolves around her. She loves belly rubs, scratches behind the ear, a warm spot on the couch. Penny is the perfect lounging companion and she wants nothing more than a special person who will give her back some of the love she's given over the years. She also wants you to hold her paw. She really wants to be your only dog and have your full attention.

Sponsors for Penny will help ESRA provide the medications and diet that she needs to have the quality life and health that such a nice dog deserves.

Contact Penny's foster mom: Caryn Pola

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PENELOPE'S GENEROUS SPONSORS TO DATE:
Cindi Christian and Thomas Glanville	Thank you, Cindi and Thomas, for being my first sponsors! I appreciate your help to make my life comfortable. Love, Penelope
Burton E. Pierce	In honor of all the special people who care for these special dogs
Jared and Brooke Thomas	In memory of Claire, for ten years of companionship.
Donald J. Carroll-Logan	In memory of Miss Morgan la Faye, a faithful companion for 14 years, and to commemorate Jake's adoption.
Ken John	In memory of Melissa my Lovely
Karin S. Kramer	I just had total hip replacement surgery, so I understand your pain. Get well soon! From Dylan
Kenneth & Diane Ariosto
Thomas D. Bohlmann	In memory of Lucy
Bob Knell	In memory of my little pal Rose and my best friend Samantha
Susan Sherman and Leo Ruelas	From your friends in Northern California and Nona, their Senior Springer, age 11
Juanita Holwerda	In memory of Maya, my first Springer
Katrin E. Owen