 This little dude is Patch, a 7-year-old Chihuahua. His mom recently was laid off from work, and at the same time noticed that Patch was favoring his back leg. His mom was hoping Patch had just strained his leg, and after some rest and time would start using his leg again. Unfortunately, Patch seemed to only be getting worse. She knew it was time to get her fur kid into the veterinarian’s office for an examination. At the vet, they discovered Patch has a partially torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). According to VCA Pet Hospitals, a torn CCL is a very common injury to the stifle (knee) of dogs. This ligament is similar to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in humans. If you’re curious, there are ligaments inside the knee: the cranial cruciate ligament and caudal cruciate ligament. They are called cruciate because they cross over each other inside the middle of the knee. When the CCL is torn, surgery is recommended as soon as possible to improve joint stabilization and relieve pain. Patch’s mom applied with Fur Kids Foundation. Patch’s mom is currently unable to afford the cost of CCL surgery for her dog, even with Fur Kids Foundation’s emergency veterinary assistance, but she is looking into other options, including Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment to help Patch find comfort while she saves up for his surgery. Be sure to talk with your vet about all your treatment options if you ever go in for a major injury. You may be surprised at what they can do for you.
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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Toby's mom is a single mom, whose hours were cut due to COVID-19. Once she brought Toby into the vet, she also completed an application with Fur Kids Foundation for help with her emergency veterinary bill.
At the vet, Toby was given activated charcoal, and subcutaneous fluids, but (thankfully) didn't seem to be affected by the seizure medication. We're hoping Toby has learned a lesson that his dog mom’s medications aren't treats. You can help prevent your pet from eating human medications by taking the following steps:
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.  This is Nina, a 10-year-old American Bulldog.
According to Nina’s mom, Nina is a major part of the family. “She loves to play (especially fetch), give lovin’s, and we feel like we have a protector. She is a major part of our lives and of our family.” Nina’s mom noticed that she wasn’t feeling very well. Nina didn’t have a lot of energy and had bad diarrhea, which seemed to be getting worse, rather than improving. It was clear to her family that Nina wasn’t feeling well. They decided to take Nina to the vet for a check up. One of the most common reasons pet parents seek care for their pooch is diarrhea. Yes, this can be caused by a change in food or if your dog has a habit of garbage diving; however, doggy diarrhea can also signal a serious underlying disease. So, how do you decide if you should see a vet? Check out these tips offered by Diamond Pet Food:
Nina's family has struck some hard times. Her mom is a stay-at-home-mom and her dad was injured, so the family is living off of Workman's Compensation. A vet visit was not something they were expecting, and it wasn’t something that they had budgeted for. They applied to Fur Kids Foundation for help with this veterinary bill, and we were happy to help. The vet didn't see any red flags, but did start Nina on a special diet and gave her some medication to help her upset stomach, so she can be the happy loving family member she is. 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.  This beautiful beagle is Rosco, and he’s 10-years-old. A distinguished older gentleman, Rosco's vision was just slightly impaired. Then his mom started to notice masses growing on his eyes, causing his already compromised vision to become worse.
“Rosco is like one of our children, and we would be devastated if we lost him. My husband and I are extremely close to him. He’s very spoiled and well loved. He sleeps in our bed with us and is the best dog we have ever had,” says Rosco’s mom. It isn't too unusual to find a bump on a dog's eyelid or eye. Bumps can be styes, tumors, or other growths; even ticks. Regardless, getting your beloved pet checked out by a veterinarian is essential for their overall health and wellness. Knowing that something was wrong with their fur kid, Rosco’s parents did the responsible thing and brought him to the vet to have his eyes looked at. The vet recommended that Rosco have surgery to remove the masses. Rosco’s mom and dad own their own business; recently Rosco's dad hurt his back and is unable to work as much, and COVID-19 wasn't helping with business either. His parents knew they could afford small monthly payments, but it would stretch their already stretched finances even more. They applied to Fur Kids Foundation to help pay for Rosco’s eye surgery, and we were happy to help. Rosco had his masses removed and is enjoying his golden years with his family. 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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