Howard is an amazing English Toy Spaniel who came to Lucky Star after being surrendered to the Humane Society by his owner who was going into a nursing home.  Howie had been very loved and had received appropriate veterinary care.  He immediately settled in at his foster home as if he had always been there.

Howie 3 years 9 months old and he weighs 16 lbs.  When he arrived in rescue, it was observed that he was excessively scratching.  Temeril P was recommended for what is thought to be environmental allergies and that has helped.  A Grade 2/6 cardiac murmur was detected with no symptoms of any distress, so no medications are currently needed.  It was also noted that he has a mild luxating patella on his left knee.  As it does not appear to be causing any difficulty with movement, the Vet felt surgery was not indicated, but did recommend giving him a glucosamine supplement.

Howie settled into his foster family routine easily.  He gets along well with his foster brothers and sisters.  Howie is very energetic and loves to go outdoors where he can run and play.  He loves attention and follows the members of his foster family everywhere.  He loves to sit near someone on the sofa and occasionally on a lap.  He loves to give “kisses” and get belly rubs!  While he is not a toy hoarder, he will pull out most of the toys in the toy box before deciding which one he wants. He also loves to chew on a nylabone.

Howie would fit well in a home with an active lifestyle.  He needs someone home with him most of the day.  Howie gets along well with other dogs, but could probably be an only dog as well.  It was reported, but his foster mom cannot confirm, that he does not like children.  It is possible that older children who have an understanding of dogs and how to care for them might be acceptable.  Howie is a little nervous of thunder and hides under the bed when the vacuum cleaner comes out.  Howie is a wonderfully exuberant English Toy Spaniel and will be a terrifically devoted companion for his forever family.  A fenced yard is necessary as well as knowledge of the breed.

If you are interested in this exceptional little boy who will have you laughing every day, please fill out an application, then contact mary401339@aol.com and let her know of your interest.  Howard (Howie) is being fostered in northern Arkansas.