 This is Peach, a beautiful adolescent Great Dane whose youthful energy recently led to some trouble.
Peach's mom, along with her kids, adore Peach. They were deeply concerned when she came inside with a bleeding foot. Having recently changed jobs, Peach's mom lacked the savings for a vet visit and tried her best to treat the injury at home. When the bleeding persisted and Peach seemed to be in pain, she applied with Fur Kids Foundation for assistance with Peach’s unexpected veterinary care. A dog’s feet are essential for their daily activities, keeping them fit and happy. If your dog cuts their foot, it’s important to examine the pad closely for any foreign objects like glass or thorns, as well as debris such as grass or gravel. Loosely embedded debris can be gently removed with clean tweezers, followed by cleaning the wound with warm soapy water and rinsing with clear water. While minor cuts can often be managed at home, deeper cuts require veterinary care. A vet can determine the necessary treatment. Watch for signs of infection, which may include:
Peach received a thorough cleaning of her foot and was sent home with antibiotics. With crate rest and reduced activity, she is expected to make a full recovery. We need your help to ensure we can keep supporting pets like Peach. Could you spare $10 to help us get more fur kids back on their paws? Donations are tax-deductible and make a huge difference. Or, if you're looking for another way to help, consider joining our pack as a volunteer. Fur Kids Foundation is entirely volunteer-run, and we need passionate folks to help us fundraise, process applications, and spread the word about our mission in the Northeastern corner of Wyoming. Let's give our furry friends the love and care they deserve; visit www.furkidsfoundation.org to learn more.
3 Comments
 Meet Blue, a spirited 1-year-old mix of Australian Shepherd, Corgi, and Rat Terrier. Blue and his mom recently moved from Texas to Wyoming for a fresh start. While Blue's mom is juggling odd jobs and searching for full-time employment, Blue has been her steadfast companion, offering emotional support whenever she needs it.
One day, Blue's adventurous spirit led him on an unexpected sightseeing expedition in their new city. Unfortunately, he returned home with a broken leg, leaving his mom distraught and worried about how to afford his care. Fortunately, she applied with Fur Kids Foundation for assistance with Blue’s emergency veterinary expenses. After an overnight stay at the clinic for monitoring, the veterinarian and Blue's mom decided that amputating his leg was the best course of action. Though the decision was tough and emotional, leg amputation can be the best solution for many dogs, leading to successful outcomes. "Tripod" dogs, as they are affectionately called, can live long, healthy lives with minimal specialized care after recovery. Blue underwent surgery and is expected to make a full recovery. Thanks to the support from Fur Kids Foundation, Blue is on his way to living a happy, healthy life on three legs. We need your help to ensure we can keep supporting pets like Blue. Could you spare $10 to help us get more fur kids back on their paws? Donations are tax-deductible and make a huge difference. Or, if you're looking for another way to help, consider joining our pack as a volunteer. Fur Kids Foundation is entirely volunteer-run, and we need passionate folks to help us fundraise, process applications, and spread the word about our mission in the Northeastern corner of Wyoming. Let's give our furry friends the love and care they deserve; visit www.furkidsfoundation.org to learn more.  Meet Luna, the two-year-old Great Dane with a heart as big as her paws! Recently, Luna’s mom has been going through a rough patch, dealing with a separation from her spouse and starting a new job.
One day, Luna started showing signs of being sick—she seemed exhausted, had a runny nose and eyes, was coughing, and refused to eat or drink. Worried sick, Luna's mom rushed her to the vet. Knowing that this unexpected veterinary expense was going to be hard on her, she applied for help from Fur Kids Foundation. At the vet, they discovered Luna had a fever of over 103 degrees and diagnosed her with pneumonia. This condition, much like in humans, involves inflammation in the lungs’ air sacs, which can fill with fluid and hinder oxygen absorption making it hard for a pooch to breathe. The symptoms to watch for in dogs include:
We need your help to ensure we can keep supporting pets like Luna. Could you spare $10 to help us get more fur kids back on their paws? Donations are tax-deductible and make a huge difference. Or, if you're looking for another way to help, consider joining our pack as a volunteer. Fur Kids Foundation is entirely volunteer-run, and we need passionate folks to help us fundraise, process applications, and spread the word about our mission in the Northeastern corner of Wyoming. Let's give our furry friends the love and care they deserve; visit www.furkidsfoundation.org to learn more. |
Fur Kids FoundationWelcome to our blog! Get inspired by these amazing furry tales of recovery and hope! All because someone like YOU cared. Archives
June 2024
|
RSS Feed
