Name: Roxie
Sex: Female
DOB: July 2022
Location: Five Acers Animal Shelter
1099 Pralle Lane
St. Charles, MO 63303
St. Charles, MO 63303
Contact: Elizabeth
Phone: 636-949-9918
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Weight: 85 lbs.
Microchip:
Rehome Fee: $
Shots: Rabies: 6/27/25
Distemper/Parvo: 8/22/25
Bordetella: 6/27/25
Heartworm: 6/27/25, positive
HW Prevention: Yes, Parasedge Multi
Health Information: Roxie is heartworm positive and undergoing a slow kill method of treatment. She also has early-stage kidney disease, which is well managed with prescription food. She currently has a limp that we are still investigating with our veterinarian.
Gets Along with Men: Yes. Was walked daily by male staff and volunteers while at the shelter, and there is frequently male family members at the current foster’s home.
Gets Along with Women: Yes. Was walked daily by female staff and volunteers while at the shelter, and the primary caregiver in the foster home is a woman.
Gets Along with Kids: Yes, there is an 11 year old child in her current foster home. She will try to play with them. Roxie loves to try to play tag. She might jump, but in excitement of playing, versus any observed aggression.
Gets Along with Dogs: No. Roxie initially came to us with another dog, however she did not do well when trying to meet new dogs here at the shelter.
Gets Along with Cats: Unknown
Housetrained: Yes
Crate trained: Unknown
Temperament: Playful, Happy, Lap dog, go lucky, car rides, Velcro dog, Gentle, More serious, Well mannered, People centered, Not mouthy,
Reaction to stimuli/triggers while leashed: She will pull on the leash initially, due to excitement. I would anticipate she would likely try to go after other dogs and wildlife based on my observations of her in my fenced in backyard with neighboring dogs.
Needs Experienced Owner: Intermediate – may not be dog friendly and high prey drive
Special Needs: Yes, help Roxie through her heart worm treatment and kidney disease
Roxie hasn’t had the easiest start. She was sadly abandoned in Springfield by the family she once trusted, left unsure of what her future would hold. Thankfully, a kind-hearted Good Samaritan stepped in to help her and had her tested for heartworms before she came into our care. The news wasn’t what anyone hoped for — Roxie tested positive. We immediately began treatment, but sweet Roxie’s luck took another tough turn. She developed an extremely rare reaction to the medication, which triggered the early stages of kidney disease. Even through all of this, Roxie has remained one of the most loving, people-focused dogs we’ve ever met. What Roxie wants more than anything is a home where she can finally feel safe, loved, and included. She adores children and would be thrilled to have some kiddos to dote on. She does ask for a home without other dogs — not because she’s difficult, but because she’s easily stressed and deserves a peaceful environment where she can truly relax. Roxie will need to stay on kidney-supportive food for the rest of her life, and her heartworm treatment will continue at a slower, gentler pace to protect her kidneys as much as possible. She doesn’t mind — as long as she has a family by her side. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion who has weathered life’s storms and still has so much love to give, Roxie is ready to meet you. She’s been through more than any dog should, but with the right family, her brightest days are still ahead.