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Van Gogh, who was named for his one floppy ear, was purchased by a young couple when he was still just a puppy. They left him in a shed, alone and unattended. After only one week with Van Gogh, they decided they did not want him, and brought him to us. At first, Van Gogh was very terrified of almost everything and unresponsive to human attention. When he was taken to the vet, a volunteer mistakenly placed Van Gogh on the ground right outside the sanctuary. Van Gogh darted off into the surrounding woods during the middle of a raging snowstorm. Volunteers and staff members searched days and nights for over a month looking for Van Gogh, but he never turned up. Believing him to be dead, we nearly gave up hope, until we received a phone call from a neighbor who said he had seen him. |
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Van Gogh, with age, had warmed up much to humans and would sometimes socialize with them. However, he generally preferred to keep to himself. He was affectionately referred to the "old tub on legs" because of his heavy girth; we had tried to make him lose weight, but he seemed to keep at a constant size. Van Gogh spent most of his time lying next to his water bucket which he felt he needed to guard. If he did want attention, he would tell you by barking and planting his feet firmly down and out. He was not much for petting, and preferred not to be touched. Van Gogh lived with his mate, Waya, and the two enjoyed the peace and quiet they spent together. After a long life, Van Gogh was found inside is shelter not moving much. His caretakers spent time giving him water and making sure he was comfortable. The next day, Van Gogh passed away peacefully.
Van Gogh was a low-content wolf dog. He passed away at the age of thirteen. |
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