 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:
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:
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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 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:
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. 
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:
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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: 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.  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:
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:
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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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.
AuthorThe Fur Kids Foundation blog is written by board member and Founder Felicia. If you have ideas that you would like to see published in the blog such as concerns about pet-focused topics in the community or a funny story, please contact the Foundation. Enjoy! Archives
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