Tucker

Page last updated on Saturday, March 31, 2007 .

Tucker is  really nice gentle guy. We estimate his age at around 9 years old and he is very happy,  friendly, sociable and gets along with people and other dogs wonderfully. He does this despite being significantly blind and deaf. He can see basic shapes and light, and hears you if you call sharply. When he arrives at your home, he will sniff around the perimeter, then zig zag around until he's figured out the layout. Kind of like one of those Roomba vacuum cleaners! He uses his nose very well; he can find food and treats like it's nobody's business, and he follows voices and movements..  He will quickly figure out your house and your yard, his only issue is steps - he can handle them and is fine going up them, but will need some help until he gets used to going down them. But he's a trooper, and after a few days he'll figure them out. He prefers carpeted steps. He's fine with regular outdoor steps.

When Tucker came to OBG from a shelter he was in horrible shape, and was obviously a case of extreme neglect. His hair was long and matted. It was so bad when we cut the matting out we found a ball trapped in it. He obviously had eye issues that were ignored. He has "dry eye" in one of his eyes, that will require daily drops. We will be performing more tests on his eyes to make sure everything else is ok, or at least that they are stable.

Tucker really likes the outside, and will happily sniff around your yard. He will have a few accidents while he initially figures out the house, but once he's settled in he appears to be housebroken and is very efficient about doing his business in the yard.  He's good on the leash, and loves to go for walks. He's in good shape.  He's also rides well in the car, and will learn how to jump up and down in your back seat.  He rarely barks, probably because of his hearing.

Once he's settled in, Tucker is a real love bug. He loves to hang out with you, and is very happy to be snuggled next to you on the couch, or curled up at your feet. He loves belly rubs. His vision issue really doesn't hinder him much, and it actually gives him an extra dose of charm: he's fascinated with floor length mirrors, televisions, stainless steel appliances, or anything shiny. He'll stand and stare at them for a while, then move on to the next one. It's pretty cute. 

Tucker loves toys and things to chew on, as the above picture indicates. He likes other dogs, and would be very happy with another buddy to tag along with. He's got a great attitude towards life and everyone at OBG just loves him. He'll give you lots of love and charm you in his quiet way.

If you can find a place in your heart for Tucker, please click here to contact his foster parent today.  You should  receive a response within 48 hours. If you don't, please resend a message through our contact page.

We would appreciate donations to help defray the costs of his upcoming eye tests. To donate please send your check to:

OBG Cocker Rescue, Inc., (Tucker Fund)
P.O. Box 361
Newington, VA 22122-0361

Or, to donate via credit card in a secure environment, click on Helping.org below (indicate for Tucker on the on-line form):

Oldies But Goodies Cocker Rescue, Inc.,
P.O. Box 361
Newington, VA 22122-0361

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