'Wobbly' Dog Who's Spent Entire Life in Shelter Desperate for One Chance

A dog born in a shelter is desperately looking for a place to call home.

Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge in Dallas, Pennsylvania, recently shared a heartfelt Facebook plea about a 70-pound mixed breed who isn't your average dog.

Two-year-old Jasper was born with neurological challenges as his mom most likely had a bacterial disease called leptospirosis that is passed on from rats. As a result, two of her offspring were born "different".

Kennel assistant Emma Ripka urges potential adopters to give him a chance.

She told Newsweek: "He has a lot of puppy tendencies once comfortable, we think he may remain very puppy-like as he ages."

Because of his playful personality and ability to bond with other dogs, Ripka believes he would best suit a home with other dogs.

"His ideal home would have other dogs, he loves other dogs, especially puppies. He would be an awesome foster dad should his future family be interested in fostering puppies.

"He does not have a great understanding of personal space, so he needs other dogs that do not mind his clingy ways," said Ripka.

Three days ago, the shelter wrote a lengthy post about Jasper that explained why he has never been adopted.

An excerpt said: "Jasper has been in a shelter environment his ENTIRE LIFE. Why? Because he's different. He isn't a "normal" dog. Jasper's mom most likely had lepto virus while pregnant which caused him & his brother to have neurological challenges.

"He does not require any medications. Jasper is basically a wobbly puppy stuck in an adult's body. He is GOOFY and loves life. He literally LOVES LIFE! Everything about it he loves.

"He loves other dogs more then anything, he loves every human that he meets, he loves cats, he loves playing, he loves sleeping, he loves the outdoors, he loves snacks, he loves running around—Jasper simply LOVES."

According to the VCA animal hospitals, leptospirosis is a disease of dogs and other mammals that primarily affects the liver or kidneys. The bacteria is usually transmitted through ingestion of infected urine or rodent-contaminated garbage.

The bacteria can be passed from animal to human too but in this case, it had caused complications for the pregnant mother. It is also possible for dogs to contract the disease through their skin by swimming in contaminated water.

Ripka explained that Jasper may need some extra help but once he is settled he is a bundle of joy.

She told Newsweek: "When in a new environment, he acts very similar to a blind dog, even though he is not blind. He has some depth perception issues and will sometimes circle when nervous.

"He has never had any aggression issues. He truly just needs time to adjust to his new environment and gain confidence."

Jasper is unable to climb steps so he would need to be kept on the ground floor or carried up the stairs. Ripka also advises a gate at the top of the stairs to prevent him from falling.

"The most important part of his new home would be patience," said Ripka.

Jasper's story has gained a lot of traction online and received over 700 likes.

One user said: "Love him. Hope he gets a good home where he will get the understanding he needs. He had no say [in] how he was born. Life is so cruel for so many animals. He just wants and needs a chance really hope somebody can do that for him."

"He is so handsome! Hope someone gives him a chance!" said another user.

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