 This is Dexter, a 4-year-old Border Collie Mix.
Dexter's mom moved to town a few months ago, started a new job, and is starting a new beginning for her and Dexter. "Dexter and I are always at work. We go for walks and hikes when possible. Dexter loves going for car rides and playing fetch when I go home for lunch," says Dexter’s mom. Dexter started acting like he was sore, didn't like being touched, wasn't eating, had a fever, and was all around acting mopey, which was just not like the typical active puppy he is. His mom knew that Dexter needed to get to the vet, but she was very worried about money. She knew that she didn't have the funds for an emergency vet visit. So, she applied to Fur Kids Foundation for assistance, and we were happy to help. At the vet clinic, Dexter went through a full work-up: he had X-rays, an extensive exam, and blood work. And everything came back normal! Knowing that Dexter wasn't feeling well, the vet sent him home with antibiotics and Dexter was scheduled to have another checkup. We’re happy to report that Dexter is feeling better! Fur Kids Foundation always recommends that you contact or take your pet to the vet if they have been vomiting, or seem weak or have no energy. For health-related questions, always consult your veterinarian, as they have examined your pet, know the pet's health history, and can make the best recommendations for your pet. About Fur Kids Foundation Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories.
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 This is Cedar Wood, a 1-year-old adorable little bunny.
According to Cedar’s family, she is typically a very happy and lively bunny! “She plays in her pen and bucks around. My son loves feeding her cilantro and apples and enjoys spending time together before and after school. We love her deeply," her mom says. So, when Cedar stopped eating, and her eye looked like it was bulging and was sore to touch, Cedar’s mom was concerned and took her fur kid to the veterinarian. There, they learned that Cedar had a tooth abscess and needed a tooth pulled. That’s right, just like dogs and cats, rabbits can get tooth abscesses as well. Rabbits teeth are open-rooted, which means their teeth continue to grow as they age. When a rabbit doesn’t chew on tough, fibrous vegetation (like leafy vegetables or hay) it can lead to teeth that can become too long, or cause a host of other issues down the road, including dental abscesses. According to PetMD, some common signs your bunny may have an abscess include:
A yearly physical and oral exam by a veterinarian is recommended for rabbits to help ensure dental problems don’t come up. At the vet, Cedar had a dental float on a molar and received some antibiotics to treat the abscess. Cedar's mom is a single mom with three children and this emergency vet visit was not expected. She applied to Fur Kids Foundation for assistance, and we were happy to help. We are happy to report that Cedar is on her way to recovery! About Fur Kids Foundation Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories. |
Created in November 2011, the Fur Kids Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides education and aid to promote the well-being of animals in Campbell County.
Your donation saves lives. It goes to work helping animals in Campbell County receive adequate veterinary care during a time when their family may not be able to afford it. Please contact the Foundation to learn more or donate now using PayPal.
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