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Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Archimedes

11/24/2019

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This handsome man is Archimedes, an 8-year-old kitty. His parents noticed he wasn't eating as much, and just seemed to be acting different. They brought him in to the vet where they found out that he had gum disease and needed a lot of teeth pulled to help him feel better. 
According to PetMD: Cat periodontal disease, or gum disease in cats, is an inflammation of some or all of a tooth’s deep supporting structures. It is one of the most common diseases in cats today.
VetStreet explains that the following signs and symptoms of gum disease in cats can be:
  • Bad breath (halitosis)
  • Difficulty chewing (aka messy eating)
  • Drooling
  • Facial swelling
  • Loose or missing teeth
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nasal discharge
  • Redness or bleeding along the gum line
  • Pawing at the mouth

Gum disease in cats (and pets in general) is a serious health issue. The bacteria associated with the disease can travel in the bloodstream to other parts of the body (such as the heart, kidneys and liver) and cause damage there. If your cat shows any of these symptoms, please take them to the vet for a check up. 

At the time, his mom was pregnant--actually, she completed the application while in labor--and his dad is the only income for the family of (almost) four. Once Fur Kids Foundation received the application, we knew we had to help this growing family. 

After Archimedes’ family welcomed their new member, they brought him to the vet where he had 19 abscessed teeth pulled! We're sure Archimedes will start feeling better in no time.

Just so you know, dental disease in cats (and dogs) can be prevented the same way it can be prevented in humans: by brushing your pet’s teeth. Talk to your veterinarian about how to help your pet avoid gum disease at your next check up. 

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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.
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Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Capone

11/18/2019

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Check out this handsome dude! Meet Capone, a 1-year-old mixed pup who means the world to his mommy!

"My dog is my baby and he means the world to me," his mom says.

Unfortunately, Capone decided to try raisins as a snack. His mom, who knew that raisins were very toxic to pets, called her veterinarian right away and rush Capone to the office.

At the vet they were able to induce vomiting, luckily before the raisins were even digested. 


According to the Pet Poison Helpline: 

Grapes, raisins, sultanas, and even currants (some currants are actually small, black raisins) are toxic to your dog! There have also been anecdotal reports of cats and ferrets being affected. Ingestion of even a small amount of grapes, raisins, or currants can result in severe, acute kidney failure. 
So, how many raisins is too many for your pup to eat? Well, according to VCA Pet Hospitals, there is no well-established toxic dose. But be aware of these two concepts: 
  1. dogs are more likely to become poisoned if they ingest large amounts of fruit and
  2. there is significant individual sensitivity among dogs. 
VCA continues to say that some dogs appear to tolerate small doses of the fruit without consequence while other dogs may develop poisoning after the ingestion of just a few grapes or raisins. There is no way to predict which dogs may be more sensitive. 

VCA lists out some of the common symptoms of grape or raisin toxicity below.​
Vomiting is generally seen within 24 hours following ingestion. Lack of appetite, lethargy, and possibly diarrhea can be also seen within the next 12-24 hours. 

More severe signs are not seen for 24-48 hours after ingestion – often after acute kidney failure has already begun. Signs of acute kidney failure include nausea, lack of appetite, vomiting, uremic breath, diarrhea, abdominal pain, excessive thirst, and excessive urination.
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As the poisoning progresses, the kidneys may shut down and the dog will not produce any urine. Following this, the dog's blood pressure will increase dramatically and the dog will usually lapse into a coma. Once the kidneys have shut down and urine output has dropped, the prognosis is poor.
If you suspect that your pet has eaten raisins, or any of these fruits, contact your veterinarian immediately as this kind of poisoning impacts the kidneys. This is an emergency, and it needs immediate treatment by a veterinarian.

Capone's mom is on a single income and she is able to pay for her regular bills, but was so scared that she couldn't afford this emergency visit. She applied to Fur Kids Foundation, and we were happy to help. 

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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.
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Giving Tuesday is coming up fast!

11/18/2019

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Giving Tuesday is December 3, 2019. Fur Kids Foundation is thrilled to join thousands of organizations across the globe participating in the largest giving day of the year. The Foundation has set a goal to raise $2,000  in just 24 hours—it’ll be a group effort to get there, but the impact your donations will have is incredible.

With your help, we can continue to help Campbell County, Wyoming families afford emergency veterinary care. As of November 10, we've had 107 applicants in 2019 and we've granted $24,964.04 in emergency veterinary aid. Since we began in September 2012, we've helped 712 families, and granted more than $132K. Plus, more than 80% of the funds we raise go directly to helping local families. 

So, what can you do right now? Check these tips out. 
  1. Create a fundraising post using Facebook! This social platform makes it super easy for you to host a fundraiser for your favorite nonprofit, and we certainly hope it's Fur Kids Foundation! With this link, you can easily create a fundraiser for Fur Kids Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/fund/furkidsfoundation/. Then, all you have to do is share it with your friends and encourage them to help you raise money on Facebook! If you create a fundraiser for Fur Kids Foundation, we receive donations directly from Facebook, or from Network for Good, or from PayPal Giving Fund. Facebook charges no fees for donations made to nonprofits. Now, all you have to do is set your goal to help Fur Kids Foundation reach our goal!
  2. Start spreading the news. Encourage others to give back on Giving Tuesday and invite them to help Fur Kids Foundation. The best referral we could possibly get is from fundraisers like you.

Thanks for your support! We hope we can count on you to help Fur Kids Foundation raise $2,000 for Giving Tuesday.

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Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Angel

11/17/2019

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This is Angel, a 4 year-old Chihuahua who is like a child to her mom. So of course her mom was heartbroken when she noticed Angel was limping.

Often times, when your dog is limping, there may be no external signs that something is wrong. If this is the case for your dog and the limping is not severe, try to keep him quiet and comfortable. Encourage your dog to rest and do not take him for a walk or run. Do not allow your dog to exercise or jump up as well. 

Angel's mom waited a few days to see if Angel would start to feel better on her own; unfortunately, after a few days had passed, Angel wasn't walking any better, and now she wasn't eating. Angel's mom called the vet, and the vet told her to bring Angel in right away; often, not eating is a sign of illness or pain.  At the vet’s office, the doctor confirmed Angel had a broken leg that was able to be fixed with surgery. 

Other signs of a broken leg in your dog can include:
  • Misshapen or visibly out-of-place in the joint
  • Limited mobility with that leg
  • Unable to move the leg 
  • Refuse to sit or lie down
  • Cannot support body weight on the leg
  • Leg hangs limply
  • Swelling or swollen leg
  • Licking and whining 

If you suspect that your dog may have broken their leg, please take them to the vet immediately for proper care. 

Angel’s mom is disabled and lives on a very limited income, so she applied to Fur Kids Foundation for help. We were happy to help Angel and her mom, and have been told that Angel will make a full 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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.


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Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Coral

11/17/2019

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Meet Coral, a beautiful 1-year-old cat. Her mom describes her as very lovable, and she's very close to her family. Imagine how upset her family was once they noticed Coral had blood in her urine. They knew Coral had to be seen by a vet, and soon. After a few tests, the vet was able to determine that Coral had a urinary tract infection (UTI).
According to VCA Pet Hospitals, urinary tract disorders are common in cats, but urinary tract infections (UTIs) are fairly uncommon. For the most part, a UTI occurs when bacteria travel up the urethra and into the bladder. Urine in the bladder is supposed to be sterile, but once bacteria find their way to the bladder, the bacteria can grow and reproduce, causing the UTI.
Signs to look for if your cat may have a UTI include:
  • attempt to urinate very frequently whenever they go to the litter box
  • strain to urinate
  • cry out or whine when urinating
  • blood may be visible in their urine

Please keep in mind that any break in litter box training is a red flag that something is wrong in your cat’s bladder. Also, frequent licking of the genital area may also signal that they may be suffering from a UTI.

Coral's mom is a single mom and is just back to work after having her recent child. She was worried over Coral, but knew she couldn't afford proper vet care at the time. She applied to Fur Kids Foundation, and we were happy to help. Thankfully, all Coral needed was some medication to help clear the UTI up.


For those who don’t know, Fur Kids Foundation never covers 100% of the cost of emergency veterinary care. We base how much we cover off of how much the applicant(s) make, and where that income falls on the Federal Poverty Guidelines Chart. Coral’s mom was worried about how she was going to cover the remaining fee. A good Samaritan overhead the situation, and offered to cover the balance. We are very happy to report that Coral is well on her way to recovery, and her mom is thankful she was able to be seen. 

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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.
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Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Bo

11/1/2019

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This handsome, sugar-dusted boy is Bo, an 8-year-old Boxer. He’s full of energy, but Bo’s run into some bad luck lately, causing his mom a great deal of heartache and stress. 

Bo’s mom is a single parent, who provides the only income for her home. A little while ago mom scraped together the money to get some of Bo’s teeth removed. They had been giving him trouble and Bo originally needed five bad teeth removed. 

With the bad teeth out, Bo was back to his spunky self—a little too spunky, unfortunately! Just a month later, Bo was chasing a bunny and got cut on something he ran past. The cut was really deep and Bo lost a lot of blood, which had his mom really worried. She rushed Bo to the vet after hours and got him stitched up and feeling better. 

But now, Bo’s mom was facing another hefty vet bill that she just couldn’t cover right away. She then applied to Fur Kids Foundation to help her cover the costs of Bo’s emergency veterinary care. 

Now Bo’s back to his overly spunky self – hopefully not getting too distracted by all those pesky little rabbits!   

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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.
Accidents happen.  When they do you can be better prepared with a Pet-First-Aid Kit. Check out these items for a first aid kit recommended by the American Kennel Club.
• Gauze
• Non-Stick Bandages 
• Adhesive Tape
• Cotton Balls
• Hydrogen Peroxide
• Antibiotic Spray/Ointment  
• Milk of Magnesia
• Scissors 
• Towel
• Soft Muzzle
• Leash/Collar
• Travel Bowl
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Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Roxi

11/1/2019

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This beauty is Roxi, a 2-year-old Blue Nose American Bully. Not too long ago Roxi gave her mom quite the scare: out of the blue Roxy woke up, vomited bile (that yellow liquid on your floor) and then started having diarrhea. Her mom was deeply concerned.

Even though Roxi's mom has been a responsible pet parent and made sure Roxi had her vaccinations, she still feared the worst: parvo.
 
Roxi lives in a single-parent household and things have been a little stressful lately for mom. Mom is recently unemployed and has been relying on child support to help with the day-to-day bills. Mom is getting by, but she really couldn’t afford any financial surprises, like taking Roxi to the vet. When Roxi got sick mom wasn’t sure how she’d pay for an emergency vet visit, so she applied to Fur Kids Foundation for emergency veterinary help. We were happy to make sure Roxi got the help she needed.
 
Luckily after the vet visit, Roxi's family learned that their beloved pet was just dealing with some gastrointestinal issues—no parvovirus for this sweet girl! 
According to Pet MD, digestive disorders are fairly common for our canine friends.  Paying close attention to what your pooch eats can help you spot the cause of any digestive/gastrointestinal issues that may arise.  You can read more about digestive problems in pets here. 
​All Roxi needed was some medicine to help clear things up. We're happy to report that Roxi is making a full 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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.

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​Fur Kids Foundation 2019 Success Story: Baby Kitty

11/1/2019

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This purr-fect little charmer is Baby Kitty, a 6-month-old kitten. Like most cats we’ve seen, he’s very curious about the world around him. 

One day Baby Kitty’s curiosity led him to a bird outside his window. He was so curious about this bird that Baby Kitty jumped out the window to get a better look—unfortunately for Baby Kitty the window he had chosen was on the third floor!

Mom found Baby Kitty outside and noticed that he was in pain. Mom was fearful he had broken his leg. Baby Kitty’s mom is a single parent with a limited income. She knew she couldn’t afford an emergency vet visit, especially if Baby Kitty required serious medical attention, so she applied for emergency veterinary assistance with Fur Kids Foundation. With reassurance, mom got Baby Kitty to the vet immediately. There, she learned what she had feared was true: Baby Kitty did break his leg. 

Most vets will tell you that for the most part, most breaks can fully heal with proper treatment and care. If your cat was hurt during something less severe like an awkward landing or rowdy play session, you can take these steps provided by Vetted Pet Care:
First: Take an assessment. Look for signs of a sprain or break, such as limping, avoiding putting any weight on the leg, being more vocal (mewoing, hissing or yowling) than normal or swelling. 

Second: If you suspect either a sprain or break, immobilize the hurt leg. To do that: 
1. Gently wrap your cat in a towel or blanket to keep him as still as possible.
2. If a break has broken the skin, wrap the leg very lightly with gauze to keep infection out.
3. Place your cat on a rigid surface like a baking sheet to keep him as still as possible. 

Finally: Contact your vet and let them know you need to be seen as soon as possible!
Luckily for Baby Kitty, the break appears to be a hairline fracture. Since Baby Kitty is still young, the vet is confident the leg will heal on its own. Baby Kitty is looking forward to a full recovery! And we look forward to hearing more of his adventures, but just hope he will avoid jumping from windows.

If you know your cat was just injured by a fall or traumatic incident, take them to a veterinarian right away. They may have suffered internal injuries that should be examined by a professional.

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. You can see a list of those who support us on our Supporters page. Check out more Success Stories.
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