UPDATE 6/6/25 ADOPTED or on hold
"Stumptown Strays" is a wonderful local Rescue that helps shelter dogs in need of medical assistance.
"MARCELINE" is Available for adoption with STUMPTOWN STRAYS
Pitbull mix, spayed female, house trained, 2 yr 52 lbs
Dogs- yes Cats-no, Kids-10 and up
Personality: Affectionate, Athletic, Playful, Loves, Funny, Friendly
Marceline,
our 2 year old 52 pound pitty, is far too young to be seeking a hospice
home. And we hate that we are asking for one. But, sadly, that's what
Marceline needs. We are seeking a really special family who wants to
give Marceline the best life; even if that life may be shorter than it
should be.
Marceline was found stray locally with a large growth
on her mandible. Being so young, we were very hopeful that the growth
was benign. We took her in, and thanks to the @1510Foundation for
covering Marceline's care in its entirety, we were able to get surgery
@MedVet Vancouver. There, they removed the tumor along with the front
part of her jaw. She's healed beautifully and you can hardly tell that
she's now got an overbite.
Sadly, the pathologist classified the
tumor as a rare type of cancerous bone tumor. It is likely this tumor
will regrow and it could metastasize to her lungs. We don't know when
(or honestly even IF) this will happen. It could be in a few months, it
could take years. Right now, she has no signs of cancer and is as happy
as any dog we've met.
Marceline is a medium energy, super playful
dog. She is happy with a sniff walk (and is good on leash) and fetch in
the yard. She loves other dogs, especially if they match her vibe. She
can get a little persistent about playing, however, so an easily annoyed
dog won't be a good match. Marceline can't tell the difference between
cats, little dogs and squirrels - she wants to put all of them in her
mouth. So no cats or little dogs in her home.
Marceline is
friendly with people and loves to cuddle. She has been good with kids
that she's met and could live with kids over 10. Marceline is
potty-trained, not destructive, and hasn't needed a crate. She would
love to be an adventure buddy.
Our Marceline is here for a good
time (not a long time). We are still so honored to help Marceline live a
pain free life and to give her a chance to be happy. If you have been
hoping to give a dog her best years, apply to adopt.
Marceline's original shelter pic - you can see the tumor in her mouth - before it was surgically removed
