Foster Friday: Tinkerbelle

This is an in-memory foster dog post. As soon as I originally created this post back in August, I was advised that the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance had decided to make Tinkerbelle as a sanctuary pup who would live her life out as a spoiled princess in her perfect foster home.  

The next plan was to turn this post into a please donate to help support Tinkerbelle's ongoing medical bills. Unfortunately little Miss Tinkerbelle was called to the rainbow bridge before I was able to get this done. 

I sat on this post trying to figure out what I should do with it.... I finally decided to use it as a celebration of Tinkerbelle's life and to showcase how the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance rocks! They took this little girl and for over a year spared no medical expense in making sure she was healthy and comfortable. 

If you would like to donate a few dollars the link to the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance, the link is below. All of their dogs come into the rescue with hefty medical bills! These are special needs pups who hit the puppy lottery by being brought into their foster care. 

Please join us in celebrating the princess that Tinderbelle was while she graced us with her company! The below was written back in August 2013

This little one is gorgeous! Just imagine how silky that fur must feel... The Blind Dog Rescue took her in back in August of 2012 when her owner passed away. This little girl doesn't let life get her down. Anyone who has ever had an older dog knows just how special they are <3



Foster Dog’s Name? Tinker aka Tinkerbelle

Breed? mini schnauzer
Gender? female
Altered? yes
Age? 13-15 years old



Potty trained? used to be, but now has many accidents
Crate trained? NO!!! She panics in a crate. She has a soft sided crib that she will go in, but doesn't like
Cat safe? Yes, her best friend is a 1 year old female kitten
Dog friendly? Yes. But tends to be nervous and curious
Kid friendly? Yes, but VERY timid. Will like the love once she is assured they are dog friendly



Fence jumper? BaHaHaHa..... NO, Tinker moves at the speed of a snail going uphill backward.
Happy as an only dog? Haven't tried. She has always had at least one other dog with her. (even in her forever home until the owner died)
Any meds? (other than HW & Frontline) Yes, Tinker has eye moisture drops, ointment. and INSULIN twice a day on a VERY strict schedule



 

Any other quirks? Being Tinker is a quirk. She is a timid, but sure dog. She will jump on the couch and back off with ease, but will NOT go down steps. She walks very slowly, but has taken off running if the mood strikes her. She whines while waiting for her food, and will occasionally shout (bark a shrill bark) if she thinks I am not fast enough. She is very loving and wants to be near her human, but only on her terms.

Level of sight? Almost total blindness. Tinker likely sees shadows at times, but other times sees nothing.



Favorite treat? NONE!!!! Screws her insulin levels up
Favorite pup food? Only food allowed is prescription W/D for diabetics. Eats one can at 7am and 7pm
Favorite human food? Again, NONE


Do you like to chew? BOL, No, Tinker has one canine tooth (no other teeth) and that one is loose.

Favorite chewy? but she has a stuffed kitten that is about as big as she is that she likes to cuddle and lay her head on at night



Do you like pedicures? No
How do you feel about the couch? Tinker feels the couch is open territory and she should have all access to it at all times
Do you prefer snuggling or your own giant bed? Laying on the bare floor on her kitten
Favorite naughty thing to do? Pee and Poop in the kitchen



How fast do you zoomie? Um, Not knowing exactly what that means, I guess I should say that an elderly person with a walker could likely pass Tinker in a race.
What’s your opinion on squirrels? Don't see them, so don't care about them.
Opinion on birds? Do they really taste like chicken? Same as squirrels



Are you a guard dog at the front door? Or a sleeping laid back pup? Totally chill
Do you like long walks? No, but I have a path around the parking lot that I insist on walking - unless someone is setting fire crackers - then I RUN home
How important is your sleep? I live to sleep



Who is your favorite puppy friend? Robin, is a toddler puppy I live with and we wrestle sometimes. but my bestie is Izzy, the one year old kitten. She hides and I seek. I love that kitten and the games we play

Do you like to travel? Yes, even to the vet. But I am a bit nervous and will stand in the seat for a long time
Where did you travel from? I used to live with a man who died, so the rescue took me in and helped me get in a healthier shape. I was in Sarasota, Fl and now am in Tampa, FL. Only about an hour away.



Any interesting travel stories? Not really, but I go with my foster mom sometimes to get gas or something
What do you think of strangers? Once I know they are friendly and won't bite, I think their hands make very nice massage tools
Favorite toys? My kitten!!!
What’s your favorite game to play? Hide and seek with Izzy and Wrestle with Robin
Opinion on belly rubs? They are pretty good, but I don't like anyone telling me to roll over. I am good if it is MY idea
Do you marinate your brains to make them smarter? (sleeping upside down with head off bed or furniture).... Um NO, That does NOT sound lady like, and I am a LADY!

To learn more about the Blind Dog Rescue Alliance
http://www.blinddogrescue.com/

If you would like to donate items or money please visit the below link
http://www.blinddogrescue.com/donate.html