Oso

About Oso (Bull terrier) in San Jose

Oso is waiting for you at San Jose Animal Care Center in San Jose, CA 95111. 04/24/26 17:34 Oso is on measured-out OM diet but has not lost weight in shelter - weight loss and weight management is much easier to control and manage out of a shelter environment - still in need of urgent rescue04/10/26 16:28 Oso is a sweet older adult mixed breed dog, estimated approximately 7 years old, weighing 67 lbs, who is seeking rescue placement through San Jose Animal Care and Services. He was affiliative and tolerated physical examination well, demonstrating a friendly and cooperative demeanor.On physical examination, Oso was noted to be approximately 15–20% overweight, and would benefit from a structured weight loss plan to improve his long-term mobility and overall health. He has evidence of a healed prior tear to the left ear pinna.Orthopedic exam revealed moderate crepitus with extension of both knees, concerning for suspected bilateral stifle arthritis/degenerative joint disease, though he maintains full range of motion in both stifles and hips at this time. He also demonstrates sensitivity/pain on spinal palpation near the thoracolumbar junction. Differential diagnoses for his spinal discomfort include spondylosis deformans, intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), soft tissue/muscular strain, degenerative joint disease of the spine, trauma, or less likely infectious/inflammatory or neoplastic processes. Continued monitoring and veterinary follow-up are recommended. Senior bloodwork is largely normal --> one liver value is slightly high (GGT), the underlying cause is unknown. The dog is on Galliprant for pain while in shelter.Additionally, Oso has several small (~1 cm) soft subcutaneous nodules along his left side, two of which were aspirated and found consistent with lipomas/fatty masses. He also has multiple pinpoint hemorrhagic red nodules near the prepuce, which may represent benign skin growths/vascular lesions, though malignant skin masses cannot be ruled out without