In Need of a Home: Brutus

Brutus is… well… to be honest, we’re not entirely sure WHAT breed Brutus is, but we have no doubt that he will steal your heart!  He appears to be a Terrier mix- of the terribly cute variety.  “Playful” is the first adjective that always comes to tech’s minds when they think of him; Brutus loves attention and has a fun personality!    

Weld County Animal Control Unit brought him in to us several weeks ago.  He presented with Demodectic Mange* and is responding very well to treatment.  He will, however, require continuation of his meds for another several weeks.  Brutus also has a healing cruciate ligament tear which is a knee injury that, in a dog his size, can heal without surgery; he may develop arthritis later in life, though. 


Judging by his teeth and health, he appears to be right around 1 year old, has not had any potty accidents, and is improving on the leash.  Due to his contagious (to puppies) nature when he first arrived, he has been relatively sequestered and we are not yet sure how he will be around other dogs or cats.  He is not yet neutered, but our doctors are happy to do that as part of the adoption package.  Vaccines are up to date.

If you, or anyone you know, is interested in meeting this sweetheart, please call West Ridge Animal Hospital at 970-330-7283.

*Demodectic Mange is a common infestation of a dog’s skin with tiny mites that live in and feed off of hair follicles.  These mites do cause hair loss and irritated skin, but once treated the dog's hair should all grow back.  Once eliminated, most adult dogs should have immunity.  Even though most adult dogs likely have immunity, it is best to restrict contact until treatment is finished- just to be safe.