In Los Angeles, California, volunteers at West Valley Animal Care and Control have reached out to the public for help with Sherlock. The shelter has identified him as a Norwich terrier; he is an intact, seven-year-old male who entered the shelter three days ago without any identification or microchip.
When Sherlock arrived, he was a matted mess. He has since been shaved down and undoubtedly much more comfortable. Sadly, he is currently at a high kill shelter, and a euthanasia command has been ordered for Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. if he is not rescued, placed in foster care of adopted.
No doubt Sherlock has been terribly neglected, and his veterinary examination notes state he has severe dental disease and has had a seizure. Read part of his medical evaluation here:
A2113091 – MALE, BLACK NORWICH TERRIER
Shelter: WEST VALLEY Age: 7 YRS
I weigh approximately 13.40 lbs.
This animal has been at the shelter since 11/2/2023 and on this list since 11/4/2023
Medical Condition: ORANGE ALERT UNTIL TUESDAY, 11/07/23 – MUST PULL BY 4PM!
MAY HAVE TO EUTHANIZE SOONER IF PATIENT DECLINES FURTHER CLINCIALLY
MEDICAL ISSUES: 1) Seizure-like event – R/O seizure vs syncope 2) Multiple cardiac arrhythmias auscultated in 1 minute today 3) Grade 4-5/6 heart murmur 4) Oligodontia, Severe dental disease with remaining teeth 5 Severely matted on intake – shaved now 6) 2 cm soft SC mass caudolateral R carpal joint Prognosis fair. Follow up with vet for further diagnostics and treatment options. STAR program to help with initial diagnostics and first week of treatments. DVM 231
Sherlock’s adoption listing:
A2113091
Located At: Los Angeles Animal Services – West Valley Shelter
If you choose to adopt this animal, you must have him or her examined by your veterinarian within 24 hours. Further veterinary care WILL be required at your expense.
Location: Los Angeles Animal Services – West Valley Shelter
Website: www.laanimalservices.com
Phone Number: (888) 452-7381
Address: 20655 Plummer Street
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Sherlock #A2113091
West Valley Animal Care and Control Center
Email: [email protected]
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