Oliver was only nine months old when he was surrendered to an overcrowded city shelter in Los Angeles.  He had spent his puppy-hood as a “yard” dog and had been neglected and abused.  When he was brought in to the shelter, he was filthy and badly matted and he desperately needed to be cleaned up, but he was so fearful and aggressive that he had to be anesthetized in order to have his hair clipped.  He was not available for adoption to the general public, so rescue groups were his only hope.  He was slated for euthanasia, but was rescued and flown to British Columbia to begin his new life. 

Oliver was rehabilitated in a loving foster home, where he finally experienced the joy of a human’s gentle touch and he gradually learned to start trusting people.  After five months in foster care, Oliver was ready for adoption and he found the most amazing forever home with a recently retired lady in Nanaimo.  Oliver’s new mom is a perfect match for him.  She has endless patience and is continuing to work with him to build his trust and confidence.  Oliver has a fabulous future ahead of him!

***An update from Oliver's mom:  

 

"We are back from the groomers and the little man was absolutely fantastic. I was so proud of him and the groomer was wonderful.  What a great way to start the day. After nails, we went to the farmers field to blow off steam. He absolutely loves his walks in the farmer's field.  He runs and smiles the entire time and makes everyone who is along for the walk laugh!!!!  He is quite an incredible doggy.  I love him so much.  My friend made him a coat for outside on not so pleasant days and he looks so handsome in it.  Hope to see you in the not too distant future.  Bye!"

 

Special thanks to Jan and the Calendar Girls for sponsoring Oliver and assisting with his boarding costs in Los Angeles and his transportation costs to British Columbia.

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