Archie lived on the streets of Gyumri. Thanks to the volunteers at Sobakeny Gyumri, he now has a place in a small shelter. They recently brought him to us at Shunn u Katun: after a serious infection, he needed an examination and dental care.
Archie at the clinic
Archie readily comes towards people and rests his forehead against a hand. He is gentle, sociable and needs someone to care for him. We would love him to have a person of his own at last.
Lasting signs after distemper
Archie survived canine distemper. He still has involuntary muscle twitches, his breathing is sometimes irregular, and he tires more quickly.
Canine distemper affects several body systems. Neurological signs may develop during the illness or later, and in some dogs they remain after the digestive and respiratory signs have resolved. Possible lasting signs include localised muscle twitching, seizures, poor coordination and weakness.
When even chewing hurts
Archie’s front teeth were almost worn down, while dense calculus had built up on the others. The deposits reached the gum line and made the teeth difficult to assess. This brings everyday discomfort: chewing hurts and appetite falls. For a dog who has spent a long time on the street, dental care is an important part of being looked after.
Calculus provides a surface that retains plaque and substances harmful to the tissues around a tooth. A complete dental assessment in dogs includes an examination under anaesthesia, probing and intraoral radiographs; the findings determine the treatment plan.
During this visit, Anna removed as much calculus as was safe in one appointment. Some teeth were already seriously damaged. Their surfaces were cleaner after treatment.
Since the visit, Archie eats more comfortably. He still tires quickly, but readily approaches people and rests his forehead against a hand. The volunteers are keeping an eye on his health.
How to check Archie's current status
Archie is looking for a home. If you are considering an adult dog, take a closer look at him: he is sociable and enjoys human attention. The volunteers at Sobakeny Gyumri can tell you how he is doing, help you meet him and discuss his ongoing care. You can also contact them simply to offer support.
- Ask the volunteers where Archie is now and what support he needs.
- If you want to help the shelter, use only the current contacts and payment details published by the volunteers themselves.
- Ask Shunn u Katun which vaccination and support programmes for homeless animals are currently available.
- Ask your vet whether your dog's core vaccinations are up to date, especially if the dog's vaccination history is unknown.
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