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2020 Success Story Baitylynn dachshund

11/27/2020

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This is Baitylynn, a 3-year-old Toy Dachshund. Baitylynn’s mom lost her job and was working on finding another job in her industry when Baitylynn started having seizures. They were scary and her mom was very worried about her, so she scrambled up some money to take her to the vet. There, little Baitylynn was diagnosed with epilepsy.

Dogs can have seizures just like humans; these can look similar to a twitch or uncontrollable shaking, and can last from under a minute to several minutes long. According to PetMed, signs that your dog may be having seizures include: 
  • chomping, 
  • collapsing, 
  • drooling, 
  • fall to the side and make paddling motions with their legs
  • foaming at the mouth
  • jerking, 
  • loss of consciousness, ​
  • muscle twitching, 
  • stiffening, 
  • and tongue chewing.

Before a seizure, a dog could look dazed, seem unsteady or confused, or stare off into space. After a seizure, a dog may be disoriented, wobbly, temporarily blind, may walk in circles and bump into things, have a lot of drool on their chin and may try to hide. If your dog is showing any of these symptoms, Fur Kids Foundation encourages you to take them to be examined by a vet. Seizures are not always genetic, and something could be very wrong with your pet, such as: 
  • Anemia
  • Ate poison
  • Cancer
  • Electrolyte problems
  • Encephalitis (inflammation of brain tissue)
  • Head injury
  • Kidney or Liver disease
  • Low or high blood sugar
  • Stroke
Even though Baitylynn’s mom was able to borrow some money to help pay for the unexpected vet bills, she still needed help to afford everything. So, she applied with Fur Kids Foundation for help with her emergency veterinary bills. We were happy to help. 

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Thankfully, Baitylynn’s mom caught the seizures early, so now this sweet girl is on some medication to help keep them under control. And, her mom knows what to look for when Baitylynn has another episode.

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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Help FKF Raise $1K for Giving Tuesday!

11/25/2020

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Hey Pack! You're wonderful. Thanks to you, you helped us raise $1,500 for our 2020 #GivingTuesday campaign! Your support allows Fur Kids Foundation to continue to help local families with pets afford emergency veterinary care. We greatly appreciate your generosity.

Check out how your money is put to use in our Success Stories page.
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This GivingTuesday, December 1, Fur Kids Foundation wants to inspire you to help us raise $1,000 to help local families afford emergency veterinary care. 

Here is how you can support Fur Kids Foundation on December 1: 
  1. Create a Facebook Fundraiser
  2. Share our posts from Facebook, Instagram and Twitter on your social pages to spread the word
  3. Share this post to your Instagram story with a donation sticker for Fur Kids Foundation 
  4. Donate online through Facebook or PayPal or via the PayPal Giving Fund
  5. Become a volunteer
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For those who don't know, GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. GivingTuesday will kick off the generosity season this year by inspiring people to give back on December 1, 2020, and throughout the year.

In 2020, Fur Kids Foundation's volunteers have helped 110 families with pets, granting more than $32K in emergency veterinary care. Since we began in 2011, we've helped more than 825 Campbell County, Wyoming families and granted nearly $170K. Our volunteer board works hard to make sure that roughly 70% of our funds go to our mission. 

Your generous donations help keep local families with pets healthy and happy for years to come. We need your support this year more than ever.

Support us on GivingTuesday on December 1.
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Paint Party with Lazy KT Designs

11/20/2020

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Just in time for the holidays: Join Fur Kids Foundation and Lazy KT Designs for a VIRTUAL evening of crafting and howl-iday fun during the Paint Party Fundraiser on Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 pm MST from the comfort of your home! Simply reserve your seat here and choose from our Festive Christmas Tree or Happy Holiday Gnome wooden kits for $35. 10% of EVERY kit sold will be donated back to Fur Kids Foundation.
Purchase Wooden Kit
Participants will meet in a Facebook Meeting Room at 6:30 pm MST (link will be posted in the Facebook Event before the party starts) where Kaitlyn will be available to help answer any questions and guide you through the kit if needed. Rumor has it, there will be games and prizes given away, so you won't want to miss this fun evening!
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Join the Facebook event to follow along with the chatter! Questions: call Kaitlyn at 785-200-0487.
Kits must be ordered by Thursday, November 26 so the kit can be mailed to you in time for the party on December 3.
You are only purchasing the wooden kits from Lazy KT Designs, so Kaitlyn has some recommended supplies for you to purchase ahead of time:
  • Paints in your favorite colors: Apple Barrel paints from Walmart
  • Brushes: Foam brushes as well as make up sponges from Walmart
  • Glue: Titebond wood glue or clear Gorilla Glue
  • Small clamps/weights: Binder clips work great. The small craft clamps from Dollar Tree to clamp the pieces together to help the glue set faster/keep them from sliding around. You can also set books/weights on the pieces, but they may slide.
A little more about the designs:
  • Measuring approximately 15.5" tall and 9.5" wide, this freestanding Christmas tree has a 10" wide base making it the perfect addition to your Christmas decor.
  • ​Who can't help but smile when they see this happy little gnome sign "welcoming" you home. Measuring approximately 10.5" tall by 6.5" wide, this festive little guy sits on a 9.5" wide base making him freestanding.
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2020 Success Story Diesel Chihuahua

11/20/2020

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This is Diesel, an 8-month-old Chihuahua. Diesel and his sister were playing pretty rough one night, shortly after Diesel was limping and acting uncomfortable. His mom was hoping he just tweaked something and would feel better the next day, but the next day he wasn't putting any pressure on his leg. Being a responsible pet parent, Diesel's mom took him to the vet to determine what was happening. 

At the vet they found out that during Diesel's wrestling session the night before, his sister knocked his knee out of place, and now Diesel needed a RidgeStop™ implant.

Patellar luxation in the dog is almost as common as an ACL rupture. In this condition, the patella (kneecap) will come out of the groove toward the inside of the knee, making the knee appear to lock in a bent position. Also referred to as slip knee, patella luxation can cause issues like cartilage damage, inflammation, pain, and even ligament tears. All of this can be very painful for a pup. 
According to Spruce Pets:

A dog with patella luxation will often hold up the affected hind leg when walking. This may occur for a few strides after which they use the leg normally. They may also bear weight on the leg while it is bent at an unusual angle. Sometimes the kneecap is able to be visualized moving back and forth in a dog.


If a chronic luxating patella has caused knee trauma over time, a dog may show signs of pain in their knee. Crying, licking at the knee, limping, and an unwillingness to walk on the affected leg can all be seen.
Surgery is the best way to help with this condition; and as you can imagine, surgery can be quite an expense. Diesel's mom is on a limited income, and just a few months prior used her savings for one of Diesel's siblings who was very sick. She was hoping to build her savings up before needing to go to the vet again, but Diesel was sure to keep her on her toes. She applied to Fur Kids Foundation for help, and we were happy to help with the emergency veterinary costs.

Diesel's mom is hoping everyone can play a little safer and she can build up her emergency savings once again.


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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2020 Success Story Maggie and Marley

11/13/2020

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This is Maggie the 6-month-old Boxer, and Marley the 13-year-old Pug. 

Maggie and Marley’s dad, like many in our community, was laid off from work due to COVID-19. While he was laid off, Maggie (the puppy) decided to eat a flashlight. Her dad thought he found all of the pieces, but he was afraid that Maggie ate the batteries, so he brought her into the veterinarian to make sure. 

Since Maggie and Marley are BFFs, he also brought Marley in with him. While Maggie getting an X-ray, he asked about Marley's masses and mentioned that she wasn't eating very well. The vet did an exam on Marley and found that Marley had several infected teeth that needed to be removed. 

What Maggie was getting an X-ray for was a bowl obstruction. Obstructions are caused when a dog eats a foreign objects such as toys, rocks, socks, bones, flashlights and more. Unfortunately, these objects are unable to pass through the intestines and then become lodged, which can cause perforation of the stomach and intestines, and can cause death. Signs that your dog may have a blockage include: 
  • abdominal bloating and pain
  • Diarrhea
  • drooling, burping
  • inactivity 
  • loss of appetite
  • straining during bowel movements
  • vomiting

As for Marley, dental disease is a very common illness in dogs, which can affect 80% of all dogs by age two. It can also be quite painful. According to Banfield Pet Hospital, there are four stages of periodontal disease, progressing from plaque and mildly inflamed gums to established gingivitis (gum disease), and then on to mild and ultimately severe periodontitis, which may involve bone and/or tooth loss.  The most common sign of dental disease in dogs is bad breath. Other signs to watch for:
  • Abnormal discharge from the mouth
  • A mass / growth inside the mouth
  • Bleeding gums
  • Broken or missing teeth
  • Change in behavior
  • Excessive drooling
  • Favoring one side of the mouth for chewing
  • Inability to chew, especially hard food or treats
  • Inability to open or close the mouth
  • Pawing at the mouth

Taking care of your dog’s teeth is very important. This can be done with regular brushing, dental chews, chew toys, and yearly dental consultations during your pup’s regular check up with the vet can help to keep their teeth and mouth healthy.

Their dad applied for help with Fur Kids Foundation, and we were happy to help. Luckily, Maggie did not have an obstruction, even though the batteries were never found, and Marley had her bad teeth removed along with a few of the masses. Marley is eating better and Maggie is back to being a puppy. Their dad is thankful we were able to help, and hoping that Maggie doesn't decide to eat toys she shouldn't. 

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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      • Shop AmazonSmile
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