Sherman

Breed: Olde English Bulldog

Sex: Male

Age: 4 years old

Weight: 80 lbs.

3/3/2018 Update:

Sherman was ADOPTED!!!! We are so happy to announce that Sherman has found his forever family.

Sherman joined the NBBR family as a stray. He walked right up a driveway and made himself at home. He must have known what he was doing, because he found a true dog loving family. The family, however, knew they couldn’t keep him and called NBBR to determine what the next steps would be to help Sherman to find his family. The first step was to take him to a Vet to scan him for a microchip (strike one), then call the local shelter to see if anyone had reported a missing Bulldog (strike two) and finally list him on local missing animal social media sites (strike three). Sherman looked good on the outside but he had several medical conditions that would require him to stay with his foster family for several months. First and foremost he was Heartworm positive. This would require two treatments and 30 days of crate rest after each one. He also had what appeared to be arthritis, which requires daily joint supplement. Last but not least, Sherman had a lump on his side that had to be removed. The lump was determined to be a low grade mast cell tumor. The good news was that Dr. H was able to get clean margins and no additional treatment would be required. So after all that Sherman was given a clean bill of health and cleared to be adopted.

Sherman’s new forever family are old pros when it comes to adopting Rescue Bulldogs. Over the years, they have previously adopted 7 Bulldogs and Sherman made 8. They fell in love with Sherman almost as soon as they saw him on our website. So they submitted an adoption application and hoped that they would be a good match (they most definitely were!). Then they waited for Sherman to get released to be adopted. While this happened Sherman’s forever Dad had a health issue of his own. But after several months of treatments for both Sherman and his forever Dad BOTH received great news that they were healthy again and ready to meet each other. The only unknown variable in the adoption equation was if Sherman’s new forever brother (Sarge) and sister (Margo) would “be cool” with a new addition to the family. So everyone packed up and drove to the Meet and Greet location. It was “love at first sight” for Mom and Dad. While all eyes were on Sarge (the grumpy one), he and Sherman walked up to each other, did a couple of sniffs and all was good. Margo added her stamp of approval and the rest, as they say is history. To say Sherman is one lucky boy is an understatement, he hit the jackpot. Congratulations to Sherman, Sarge, Margo and of course Mom and Dad.

2/27/2018 Update: Sherman loves to soak up the sun. He and foster sister enjoyed some long overdue sunbathing this weekend. He continues to be a perfect house guest. He is such a sweet boy! He is quite the talker with his grunting, it is so adorable. Sherman has mastered taking treats easy rather than fingers as well.

He likes to hang out with foster sister…sometimes use her for his pillow 🙂 But mostly he loves to cuddle with his people and sleep…sometimes with one eye open.

2/20/2018 Update: Sweet Sherman! Sherman is such a good boy. He loves loves his Benebone and will let his fur sisters know it is his! He’s good at guarding his Benebone when he’s sleeping too. He’s quite the peacekeeper as well…he barks when his fur sisters growl when playing.

Sherman continues to be the perfect house guest. He is a big loveable boy!

2/12/2018 Update:

Sweet Sherman was exhausted after all the attention, love, and belly rubs he got at Rahr & Sons. He was glad to let everyone that stopped to see him know that he loves belly rubs.

He enjoyed the wagon rides so he didn’t have to walk so far. Poor boy was so tired he only got up to eat and do his business until mid morning Sunday.

He continues to be the sweetest bully and a joy to have around. He’s very vocal too, but it’s mostly soft whines and soft barks and it’s quite cute. His foster sister is quite fond of him and loves to snuggle with him.

Sherman is one great lovable bully.

2/3/2018 Update:

Sweet Sherman had a quiet week. He enjoyed soaking up some sunshine during the pretty days recently.

He remains the perfect house guest and has the sweetest disposition ever. He loves to cuddle and “talk” to us with his grunts and whines. This big boy is a true bulldog gem.

1/28/2018 Update: Sherman had a great week. He was happy to tend to foster family home as we recovered from the flu.

Sherman has mastered taking treats gently from hands now! He has learned to wait patiently at his feeding spot as well. He’s so cute he smacks and makes his grunting noises while his food is being prepared.

Sherman is an amazing gentle giant.

1/21/2018 Update: Sherman had a quiet week there’s not much new with him. He continues to be the perfect house guest. Sherman is a very sweet boy and has the sweetest disposition. He is so well behaved too. He can be vocal when he has to stay but he stays, its very cute! He is making excellent progress being gentle taking treat as well. This big boy is the perfect dog!

1/14/2018 Update: Sweet Sherman got the good news from Dr. H on Friday he is heartworm free…yay! He was neutered Friday as well and is resting comfortably.

He is the sweetest big boy! However, he does have one goal that remains to elude him. Poor Sherman is absolutely terrible at catching, like really terrible. Treats, toys it does not matter…his success rate is a very low 20-25%. But foster family thinks it is adorable he makes us laugh every time!

Sherman is an awesome bully!

1/7/2018 Update: Sweet Sherman had a quiet week. He remains the perfect house guest and is such a good boy. He loves to cuddle with his people! When FM works from home Sherman stays close by. He is just the sweetest boy ever. He goes this Friday for (fingers crossed) final heartworm check an treatment.

12/24/2017 Update: Not alot new with Sweet Sherman this week. He has enjoyed snuggling with his foster family in this cooler weather. He will gladly share your blanket and keep you warm with sweet bully snuggles. He is feeling better now too! He still limps from his arthritis, but the supplements help him move much easier..and faster! His eye infection is almost gone as well…still lingering a little bit in his right eye but so much better. And he is such a good boy letting fm put drops in his eyes.

And the Sherman grunts are the greatest. He grunts when we call his name or talk to him…and especially when his food is being prepared.

Sherman is the sweetest bulldog gentleman! He loves everyone human and dog. We continue to work on taking treats from hands gently and making good progress.. Sometimes we play catch the treat…so he isn’t very good at catching at all! Not from lack of trying….and it is pretty funny to watch him try!

12/18/2017 Update: Sherman continues to be a joy to host and the perfect house guest! Not much new going on with him this week. He started round 2 of heartworm treatment late last week.

He has such a sweet personality and is so well behaved and very loving. Well…let’s make that mostly well behaved…but his little mischievous act this week was pretty funny! FM turned around for a second when putting groceries up and Sherman had a roast by the corner and was proudly taking off with his treasure. He was very disappointed when FM made him give it up…but he did.

He makes these grunting noises and its just too cute! When we call his name or talk to him he will grunt…and of course if there is food anywhere near. The pictures show the way he sits is a little unusual too. A few Sherman unique traits that make him even more lovable.

We are still working on taking treats easy…he just gets so excited but is making some progress when gently reminded.

Sherman is the happiest, sweetest boy and will make the perfect loving companion for a VERY lucky family.

12/10/2017 Update: Sherman had a great time at Cork & Growler this weekend. He loves being outside in this beautiful weather and especially loves the extra attention.

Sherman is showing much more of his silly personality lately. He found a paper bag with few crumbs left in it and was determined to get them…never mind bag stuck in his head. He got the last laugh when he ripped the bag up though.

The soft plush toys are his favorite. However, he can do quite the number on a Benebone too!. Foster family had to move the treats to higher ground when he discovered he could reach them.

He makes the cutest grunting noises, especially when food is close by. He has been with foster family for a month now and we got the first stink eye from him this week.

He is so calm and such a sweet boy! He is so good about letting FM put drops in his eyes every day too.

Sherman is one big lovable clown of a bulldog. He just loves to be with his people…especially on a lap!

12/3/2017 Update:

Sherman had a pretty quite week. He was a little sad to see his new friend (former foster Sugar/Sweet Pea) go back to her forever family after spending the week with foster family. He slept in her spot for a few days after she went home.

Sherman is the sweetest boy. He follows Dr orders to stay inactive…loves his naps! Foster family got Sherman a fluffy pillow bed big enough for him…but he likes to squeeze into the smaller resident pups beds.

He loves his stuffed toys and likes to have one with him when he sleeps. He knows commands sit, easy, lay down, and stay.

Sherman loves the squeaky ball he found in the toy box too. He will bat it away then chase it keeping himself entertained.

The very lucky forever family Sherman finds will hit the Bulldog Jackpot with this sweet, loving, well mannered big boy!

11/19/2017 Update:

Sherman is taking Dr’s orders to stay inactive very seriously! This sweet boy is a serious couch potato. He is a very big boy weighing in at a whopping 85 pounds. He is still limping but he is on a few supplements that have made getting around much easier for him.

Sherman is very gentle and is completely house trained. He loves his Benebone and has started to show some interest in other toys. He just collects them doesn’t really play much with them. He loves to snuggle and loves loves loves his belly and butt rubs!

Sherman enjoys yoga as well…see in his picutres has some of the poses perfected.

This sweet big boy will make the perfect companion for a very lucky someone…he is an absolute joy!

11/13/2017 Update: First thing Foster Mom has to say about Sherman (after only 2 days with him) is that Best Bulldog Ever competition from last week has a BIG new competitor!

Sherman is the sweetest boy ever…Added bonus he appears to be house and crate trained. He is truly a gentle giant and loves everyone…he has the great bully wiggle when he meets new people or dogs. He is very quick to roll over for a belly rub, likes to play tug-o-war and loves his soft toy. Sherman knows sit command and is easy taking treats.

Sweet Sherman is in obvious pain when he walks but heading to clinic Monday for some help from Dr. H. He rolls over for belly rub for being a good boy when FM wipes his eyes. He was a very good boy during his bath as well.

Sherman has no clue how big he is. He didn’t come close to fitting in the dog bed the resident pups use…but he sure tried.

Stay tuned for more on this gentle giant…he is one great bulldog!

11/11/2017 Update:

Please welcome Sherman to the No Borders Bulldog Rescue family. Sherman is a male Olde English Bulldog that is estimated to be 4 years old and weighs approximately 80 lbs.

Joining the NBBR family on Veteran’s day AND not having a name posed a unique situation, so we decided to honor the Veteran’s Day connection with a suitable name. Quickly looking at his large size, we decided on Sherman, as in Sherman tank. Sherman was found as a stray several days ago. He walked right up the driveway and made himself at home. He must have known what he was doing, because he found a true dog loving family. The family, however, knew they couldn’t keep him and called NBBR to determine what the next steps would be to help Sherman to find his family. The first step was to take him to a Vet to scan him for a microchip (strike one), then call the local shelter to see if anyone had reported a missing Bulldog (strike two) and finally list him on local missing animal social media sites (strike three). After waiting for several days with no luck, they contacted NBBR again and asked if we could take him and try to locate his previous owners, or if they can not be located, help find a suitable forever family.

At first glance Sherman looked to be in “good” shape. However, upon closer examination Sherman walks with a pronounced limp. Additionally he appears to have infections in both eyes and a couple other items we will have looked at when he visits the clinic. All of the obvious items will be addressed as well as anything else Sherman needs in order to heal.

Sherman is resting comfortably with his new foster family where he immediately settled right in. While the first thing you notice about Sherman may be his BIG size, that is quickly followed by his BIG personality. He is all about the love. He wants nothing more than to be close to humans. He quickly began to lick our volunteer’s face when he was picked up. Sherman is also very quick to lie on his back waiting for a belly rub. While we don’t know much about this big guy yet, all early indications point to a phenomenal Bulldog.

11/11/2017 Update:

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