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Grandma â A Sweet Senior English Bulldog Living Her Best Life in a Forever Foster Home⌠But Could There Be a Perfect Match Out There?
Meet Grandma! Grandma is an incredibly calm, sweet, and lovable senior English Bulldog, at 12 years young. When she first came into our care, she was in rough shapeâmorbidly obese, suffering from severe arthritis, and plagued by dental disease with exposed roots, which required major dental surgery. Despite her challenges, Grandma has been thriving under dedicated care and attention. Sheâs now on pain management, daily eye drops, and ear treatments, all of which she will need for the rest of her life.
Grandma is currently in a loving forever foster home with one of our directors, where she is adored and well cared for. However, if the perfect forever home came along, we would consider moving herâbut we are very strict about what she needs in a home due to her special medical and mobility needs.
Grandmaâs Needs & Challenges
Grandma is deaf and has long-term ear infections. Her vision is extremely limitedâshe can detect some light in one eye, but has no depth perception and is effectively blind. She cannot navigate stairs safely, but she has learned to use a low dog ramp to enter and exit her foster home.
She needs:
A single-level home with no stairs.
A flat, fully fenced yard for safe outdoor time with access from the inside with no stairs.
Someone home most of the time to provide her with attention and administer her eye drops throughout the day.
An adopter or foster able to lift 55 lbs easily, as she occasionally needs assistance and can be uneasy when lifted.
A Day in Grandmaâs Life
Despite her medical history, Grandma has a zest for life! She loves spending time outside in the sun and doesnât mind a little rain. Sheâs gradually increasing her walking ability and has embraced the dog stroller for longer outings. Grandma currently enjoys 2â3 short walks a day (10â20 minutes each), where she loves sniffing around and exploring her surroundings.
Grandma also delights in using snuffle mats and interactive food toys, which stimulate her keen sense of smell. Sheâs even shown an interest in chewing, though her bad teeth limit her enjoyment for nowâwe know sheâll be even happier after her dental work!
She is fostered with other dogs and prefers calm environments. While she tolerates other dogs, she likes to keep her distance and doesnât appreciate dogs getting in her face. She is currently in a foster home with children and does well, but she would likely prefer a quieter, retirement-style home where she can relax without dodging toy monster trucks.
What We Provide
All of Grandmaâs needsâincluding medications, veterinary care, food, supplies, and ongoing supportâare fully covered by the Victoria Bulldog Society during fostering or foster-to-adopt.
Could You Be Grandmaâs Perfect Match?
While Grandma is happily settled where she is, if the right forever home came alongâone that could meet her strict needs, offer daily companionship, and handle her with careâweâd consider making that move for her.
If you think you could be that home, please submit an application. All applications will undergo home and reference checks, and due to the care we put into matching our seniors, the process may take up to a month or more before we contact potential adopters.
Grandmaâs Details:
Species: Canine
Gender: Female
Age: 12 years old
Breed: English Bulldog
Spayed: Yes
Vaccinated: Not fully vaccinated due to medical reasons
Microchipped: Yes
Grandma may be older, but she is an absolute treasure with so much joy and love left to give. She deserves a safe, peaceful home where she can enjoy her golden years with comfort and dignity.
Ready to Welcome Grandma? If you think you can give Grandma the forever home she deserves, please reach out to us by completing an adoption application. Despite her age, Grandma is full of love and life. She deserves a cozy orthopaedic dog bed, endless snuggles, and a peaceful home where she can enjoy her golden years. She may be a senior, but she has so much joy and love left to give!
Grandmaâs Details:
Species: Canine
Gender: Female
Age: 12 years old
Breed: English Bulldog
Spayed: Yes
Vaccinated: Not fully vaccinated due to medical reasonsÂ
Microchipped: Yes
Grandma may be older, but she deserves a loving home just as much as any younger dog. Sheâs an absolute treasure, and we know her perfect family is out there waiting to welcome her home!
If you’re interested in fostering or fostering to adopt Grandma and believe you can meet all her needs and demands, please submit an application by clicking here. Please note that home checks and reference checks will be conducted for all approved applications. We kindly ask for your patience as we review applications, as it may take up to a month or more before we contact potential adopters.
Thank you for considering opening your heart and home to Grandma. Your love and support will make all the difference in her journey to finding her forever family.