Bandit
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PO Box 4202
Pittsburgh Pa  15202
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Bandit is a loving pug approx. 10 years old.  We were told this little guy was tossed from a car.  Some
good samaritans came to his rescue and said he stole their heart so they began calling him Bandit.  
We think the name is fitting.

He is deaf or at least hard of hearing.  This special pug has a curvature of the spine and hip
dysplasia.  He has a vet appointment coming up and we'll update his information after we find out
more.

He is good with other pets and children.  Bandit is a great couch potato, loves to cuddle in your lap
and give kisses.  He's a very sweet senior citizen who deserves a special home to live out his days.  

6/6/08 UPDATE:

We discovered more information earlier this week at Bandit's vet visit.  He has a collasped trachea.  It
also looks like he may have suffered some nerve damage & his spine is slightly luxated to the side a
bit.  This could possibly be from the impact of being thrown.  He doesn't seem to be in any pain or
discomfort & does get around very well.  Just has a "wiggle in his walk."

We also had his lump checked which unfortunately turned out to be a mass cell tumor.  We have
surgery scheduled for next Friday to have it removed.

We are accepting donations for his surgery at this time.  The estimate is approx. $500-$600 for the
surgery itself, plus any additional vet care.  He is just the sweetest senior citizen.  All he wants to do is
cuddle & give tons of kisses.  What a wonderful little fellow.

6/17/08 UPDATE:

Bandit had his mass cell tumor removed and is doing very well.  We'd like to thank Dr. Steven Smolen
and the staff at Duncan Manor Animal for the wonderful care they gave him.  We'll be keeping a close
eye on Bandit for a little while until he's ready for adoption.

We are still collecting donations to help with Bandit's medical expenses.  Thank you to everyone who
has donated to help give this little guy a second chance.

7/28/08 UPDATE:

Bandit is still with us and ready for adoption.  He is doing very well.  Within the past week he has
started running right along side the other pugs.  He's been making great improvement.  Below are
photos of Bandit running and playing with the other pugs at our Pug Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser.
















1/29/09 UPDATE:

Bandit is still waiting for his forever home but is doing well.  We're also happy to report Bandit's
hearing loss seems to have been a temporary condition due to ear medication he was on at the time.  
He has come a long way since he arrived. He's such a sweetheart and what a happy little pug.


7/24/09

Bandit has developed another mass cell tumor this time on his chest.  We will be having this removed
next week and will post the results once known.  Esitmated surgery costs $600 - $700.  We are
collecting donations at this time for his surgery expenses.  Bandit was placed back on medical hold
today due to these recent developments.  

8/25/09

Results are in.  Mass Cell Tumor, Grade 1.  They believe the tumor was removed all ilntact.  No further
treatment at this time.  Bandit will be removed from his medical hold status.
RESCUE UPDATE
Name
Bandit
Age
apprx. 10  years
Color
Fawn
Weight
18 lbs.
Temper
Loving.  Good with other pets and children.
Health
Has  a collasped trachea, curvature of the spine and hip dysplasia.  
Habits
Very affectionate and loves to give kisses.



We'd like to thank the
following people for donating
to help Bandit.

Karen Powers
MaryAnne Wally
Melissa Buck
Janine Hensler
Carol & Joe Zeis
Ansley McFarland
Chrissy Sileo in memory of
Rocko Matthews
Susan O'Connor
Susan & Miss Lilyrose
Merle LeCompte, Buttercup
& Odie
Maria Walsh
Susan Brehm, Bug & Sandy
Judy Pence, Sidney &
Sebastian
Jo Dermitt
Trudy Bock
Judith Lees
Jaime Wetzel
Patrick Owens
Donald Kirstine
Carly Maxey
Nicole Poth
Donation Thank Yous
Bandit's Adoption Fee
is $1
00

This fee is used to offset some
of his medical expenses and
make it possible to rescue the
next pug in need.

Bandit has been  vet checked,
is up to date on shots,  
nuetered, heartowrm tested,
parasite screened and avid
chipped
.