Hi guys. This is a letter from Pam to clarify the puppy issue given the post yesterday.

Clarification on the events of the little blind puppy’s adoption, from the President of Wags.

I wanted to jump in so that the wrong impression is not hanging out there regarding the little blind puppy and her so alleged “failed” adoption.

Wag’s screens and interviews all potential adopters prior to scheduling a home visit. Tabitha’s “friend” came pre-approved as a friend of FACE and Wags.

Wags never finalizes an adoption without a trial in-home visit with the pet. Therefore, “friend”, was fully aware that this was a “trial” home visit to determine 1.) if they were ready for the responsibility of a puppy, and 2.) if the puppy would be happy in “friend’s” environment. This was explained to “friend’s” abnormally intelligent, mature 5 year old. So instead of leaving an impression of animals being disposable, the 5 year old, if left with any impression that a 5 year old could retain, would be left with the impression that rescue groups and mom were trying to be responsible and do the right thing.

Now, the real story of why the puppy was returned. Unbeknownst to all the puppy was rapidly going blind. Once separated from her familiar surroundings and siblings, she was frightened and cried non-stop. Living in a townhouse, this caused issues with the neighbors resulting in several complaints as well as a 10:30 p.m. visit to express concern.

The responsible parties came together for discussion and felt it best that the puppy be returned to Wag’s for observation.

As soon as we returned home with the puppy, we realized that she was having trouble seeing. A call to “friend” confirmed that she too, as well as her observant 5 year old noted that the puppy seemed to be having trouble seeing. A trip to the Vet confirmed a congenital eye disease that was rapidly deteriorating the retina causing permanent blindness, although the puppy could still see shadows at the time, she will soon be totally blind. A special needs puppy for sure, but no reason why she cannot live a full and happy life in the appropriate environment.

In conclusion, the puppy is doing extremely well, and if not accepted by one of the few pre-approved families that Wags would allow to adopt her (due to their experience with special needs), will be kept spoiled and comfortable with the rest of the Wags “residents”.

Thanks to all whom are concerned about the animals as that is the bottom line and our common goal.