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Samuel’s Story

Samuel came into the SNAFU Rescue via a breeder release who dropped him off at a shelter due to his defect. The shelter wanted him to find a breed specific rescue to help be placed in a loving home and spend the rest of his years being a spoiled pet.

Samuel is an outgoing, fun-loving, and rambunctious French Bulldog puppy with a zest for life and a playful, joyful energy! Most of the time, you’ll find Samuel bouncing around, eager to wrestle with his furry friends or nibbling on his favorite Nylabone. Like any typical puppy, he’s full of curiosity and energy, always ready for a new game or a romp around the house. But what makes Samuel unique is his ability to adapt to different environments—he has a wonderful “on and off switch.” He can be active and playful, but when it’s time to settle down, he has no problem quieting himself and taking a snooze, even in social settings like meet-and-greets or at a baseball game.

Though Samuel occasionally enjoys chasing toys, his real passion is wrestling and playing with other dogs. He loves to engage his furry friends in games and has never met a dog he didn’t like, whether big or small. His silliness around other dogs is adorable—he’s the life of the party and will try his hardest to initiate play with any dog willing to engage. Because of his playful puppy energy, Samuel would love a furry sibling in his adoptive home. A friendly dog who can match his energy and even teach him a few more things about how to be a well-mannered pup would be ideal. Samuel’s love for life extends beyond just his furry friends—he absolutely adores humans too. He’s never met a stranger and greets everyone with his playful, sweet nature. He’s great with children, but like any puppy, he still has some growing up to do, so a home with dog-savvy kids who understand the need for gentle play and boundaries would be perfect for him. Given his rambunctious nature, Samuel will need supervision around children and other pets to ensure everyone stays safe during playtime.

One of Samuel’s unique traits is that he’s a “diaper baby.” He’s a happy, healthy pup, but he needs a little extra help to stay fresh and dry. Samuel is both fecal and urine incontinent, so he wears diapers, which need to be changed a few times a day. His foster family has found that this quickly becomes part of the daily routine, and Samuel is an easygoing boy who takes it all in stride. Being a diaper dog doesn’t slow him down at all—he’s just as playful and full of life as any other puppy, and he gets around without any issues! His forever family should be ready to take on this small, extra bit of care with patience and understanding, knowing that Samuel’s sweet personality and endless love make it all worthwhile.

At the end of the day, after all the play and excitement, Samuel loves to curl up for a nap, preferably in the coziest spot available, like a large human bed where he can feel secure and loved. He’s the perfect combination of active and cuddly—ready to entertain and keep you smiling with his puppy antics, but also more than happy to snuggle up when he’s tired out.

Sammie is urine and fecal incontinent and is unable to tell when he needs to urinate or defecate due to an assumed congenital defect. He will need an adoptive family that is able and willing to express his bladder and change his diapers for the rest of his life. His adoptive family should have some experience or education with incontinent dogs and be prepared for the additional care that comes along with his situation. Sammie does VERY WELL with his diaper routine and responds well when it is time to change his diaper. Currently, his foster family uses a combination of disposable toddler diapers, washable dog diapers, and belly bands. Because he is more susceptible to UTIs, keeping him clean and dry is imperative to ensure he doesn’t encounter additional infections. Sammie doesn’t spend time in a crate but if needed he could adapt. He is offered a small dog safe space in his foster home when his family happens to leave them home as it is the best option to keep him secured for easy clean up if he leaks. For his safety, we recommend that he is kept in a similar safe area when his humans are away from the home and/or he is left unsupervised, so he is safe and secure. He does not know danger and is still learning what is expected of him inside the home. Sammie naps in a human bed diapered, but to allow him ample time outside his diaper, he sleeps the night in a safe secured area that allows for easy clean up (washable pads work great!).

Medically, Sammie is in good health other than his incontinence. He does benefit from manual expression several times a day to keep UTIs at bay. He is also fed a raw diet; this helps keep his bowel movements at manageable sizes and quantities. As long as he is kept clean to prevent any infections, he should be able to live a pretty normal life. He is offered a daily cranberry supplement and probiotic to assist in keeping UTIs away. Sammie has been neutered, and updated on vaccinations, deworming, and heartworm prevention. He is microchipped and has been given the all clear for adoption by our veterinarian!

Sammie would be a great addition to any family as long as a consistent routine is established, he follows his prescribed diet/supplements, and has a healthy outlet for his energy. A home with stairs would be just fine for him as he is a champ with stairs! A fenced yard is not a requirement for adoption but would allow a better option for Sammie to run around safely allowing him to have some diaper-free time! It is always preferred for his ongoing safety but again, not a requirement for adoption. Sammie would love to get some additional exercise on a daily walk. He fancies the outdoors and loves nothing more than to sun his cute little buns diaper-free! Ultimately, Sammie would best fit a family that is willing to establish and maintain a routine. He will need a family that is not regularly away from the home for more than 4 hours or can come home to change his diaper mid-day if they work outside of the home. We also think he’d love to go work with his new family if they can take him with them as soon as he is properly trained and his indoor manners are perfected. He adores car rides and flirting with every new person he meets! He would love an active family that is willing to take him along for the ride, attend children’s sporting events, or even just a quick stop at the store; he is just about the cutest partner to take anywhere! If his people are not able to take him to work with them, no problem – he’s a happy little camper sleeping the day away in his safe space as long as he has a furry buddy to hang with, his people can provide a soft blankie, a good nylabone chew toy or two and can arrange for a midday diaper change for him!

Sammie’s foster family reports that he is an unbelievably sweet and resilient boy and would be such a great addition to a family that can give him the time, love, and extra care that he needs and deserves. He is the most compliant little fellow during diaper changes and getting dressed. He loves to cuddle, play hard, and nap hard!

This little boy is such a goof; to know him is to love him. This sweet boy is looking for a family that will embrace his playful, loving nature and be patient with his special diaper needs. He has so much love to give and is ready to find his perfect forever home, where he can continue to thrive and bring joy to everyone around him!

f you feel like your family might be the perfect forever home for Sammie, please submit an adoption application for him today!!