Lexi (Contra Costa)

Lexi is doing great. I just took her in for another check-up last Saturday, as she's been itching and experiencing painful episodes with her deformed leg. She is now on Apoquel, Gabapentin, and an anti-inflammatory and she seems to be responding really well, thankfully! The vet did say that her right eye had cataracts and that she was likely blind due to that and the trauma to her cornea. I had her tested for glaucoma, which was negative, but I will closely monitor this as it could turn into glaucoma. She is really showing her personality. She is so sweet and funny; just a joy. And such a good girl! She loves (as do I!) her walks around the neighborhood and all over San Francisco. She's been to the beach twice now! That being said, I think she loves food even more than the walks. This is my 9th rescue basset and, while all of them loved food, sweet Lexi takes it to a whole new level! I think she is settling into the house fine, from her perspective. She seems really happy to be with us and hangs out wherever we are. Initially, she didn't like to be touched or have anyone near her face (understandable considering what happened to her teeth and the fact she was probably in a lot of pain for awhile). But I think she is starting to relax. She now gets on the bed with us and lets us pet her and give her legs and spine little massages. My hope is that she wants to sleep and cuddle in the big bed at night, but that might take some time. It's Okay; she's worth the wait.--Julie M, San Francisco, 05Nov2025 [Lexi, adopted 04Aug2025]