Bandit
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Leechburg Pa  15656
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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 UPDATE:

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 UPDATE:

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.

4/21/10 UPDATE:

Mr. Bandit is still with us waiting on that forever home.  He's a special senior fellow just looking to have a warm lap
to curl up in.
RESCUE UPDATE
Name
Bandit
Age
apprx. 11  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 $100

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
.