Unfortunately, Lucy blew out her ACL’s in both knee’s and will require a double TPLO (which is where they remove the remaining cartilage, grind away at her bone, reposition and hold together with plates and screws). She is only six years old, and this is an injury that happened many years ago before she came to VGSR. Her knees have gotten so bad that she now has bone on bone. Lucy is in a great deal on pain and has a hard time walking long distances. She needs help getting in and out of cars, or even jumping on the bed. It hasn't gotten her spirit down, but the pain is very evident for her. Due to the extensive wear-and-tear on her knees, she will forever suffer from arthritis and need to be on glucosamine/chondroiton, and perhaps anti-inflammatory for the rest of her life. The surgery will be able to help her run again without intense pain and consequences though. This is a very expensive procedure, so any donations are welcome and greatly appreciated.

The last picture of Lucy shows how she has to sit due to the fact she cannot bend her knees, as the pain is too great..

My little Lucy Lou, she's just the best!! After hearing she was being surrendered by her owners of six years I felt extreme sadness for Lucy. I thought how much pain she would be in; losing the only family she has ever known. I thought of the pain that would cause my dogs, and just could even imagine how hard the transition would be for her. Well, I was wrong. Lucy acclimated herself within the first hour. At home, she just started picking up toys and dropping them on you, waiting to be thrown so she can chase them. She also enjoys playing tug quite a bit. You’d never know this girl is six years old; she has the energy of a young pup. She's a major cuddle bug, always in your face kissing you. She does this cute little crawl where she'll be laying on the bed and just scoot herself over to you - or scoot and crawl to switch positions. She is QUIRKY!

Lucy has such a personality; she really proves that she's more than "just a dog". She likes to speak her mind and once she gets started, you can't quiet her up. She’s just overly excited and does her happy little bark that goes on and on. To many people it can be annoying, but to me it's cute. She just wants a family to interact with her. This can explain why she was so happy to find a new home with people to love..

Lucy was with her family since puppyhood, but as it sometimes goes... new pets and new additions come along, soon casting you aside. Poor Lucy was mainly kept away from the family (and little did she know they were seeking to give her up) while the other dog was still a part of the family. A long came a new baby, and Lucy was not allowed to be in the house because she shed and they did not want the baby crawling in her hair. Lucy was not taken on car rides either, because her hair would get on the car seats. She also did not have the best diet—she was eating Old Roy for a long time, so it coat is not shiny as it could be. Her family was not terrible; they just did not provide Lucy with the love she needed, which is why she is so happy now in my care..

When it comes to a potential home for Lucy, I am looking for someone who wants a Velcro dog and will play a very active role in her life. I’d like for a family that loves to take their dogs on walk, engage in stimulating activities for the dog and just smother them with affection. Lucy is wonderful with kids and people of all ages, and does great will all of my dogs. I have not seen an ounce of aggression from her anywhere. She is a marvelous, beautiful girl who deserves nothing less than the best. Oh, she is quite a big girl too - so don't be fooled. She is tall, long and lean – and just an absolute beauty.

Approved adopters may contact me at jennifer.quesenberry@gmail.com QJVA