 This is Aurora, a 6 to 12-month-old kitten. Her mom rescued her from one of the bad snow storms we had this winter when she saw her walking along her property all alone.
They say when it rains it pours. Aurora's mom recently left her job, then one of her dogs became very ill resulting in an expensive surgery, draining her vet reserves. A few months after the surgery, Aurora started to show signs of not feeling great as well, including not wanting to eat and vomiting. When her mom took her to the vet, they suspected a blockage or obstruction, which requires surgery. That’s when Aurora's mom applied with Fur Kids Foundation for help with her emergency veterinary costs. Cats love to play with strings, ribbons and rubber bands; and in many homes in Campbell County, cats are mousers with a job to do on a farm or ranch. Sometimes cats also get the urge to eat items they really shouldn’t, making an intestinal blockage surgery for cats fairly common. Signs of an obstruction in cats include:
Aurora underwent exploratory surgery, but the vet wasn't able to find anything. It's unsure if Aurora had a blockage and passed it, or if she just had a really angry belly. Aurora is feeling better now and on her way to recovering. Obstructions in cats and dogs are fatal. No matter what is happening with your fur kid, at any stage of life, Fur Kids Foundation encourages you to call your veterinarian sooner rather than later. 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 or sign up to become a volunteer.
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 This pretty lady is Luna, a 4-year-old Blue Heeler/German Shepherd Mix. Luna and her family moved to Wyoming in the last year and her mom is a single mom doing everything she can to make ends meet. That is when Luna, who was playing a little too rough, severely injured her middle toe.
We'll spare you the details, but when her mom took her to the vet they learned that the best bet for Luna would be amputation of her injured toe. Her mom knew that procedure was going to be way outside of her budget, so she applied with Fur Kids Foundation for help with Luna’s emergency veterinary visit. We’re happy to report that Luna had her toe amputated and has made a full recovery! Did you know that toe amputation is a fairly common surgical procedure for dogs? A toe, or digit, amputation may have to happen due to trauma (like Luna) or due to other health concerns such as severe infection, cancer or a tumor, or an abnormality that has caused the toe to not be able to heal. Often amputation can stop the spread of a disease, reduce pain, and improve the quality of life for your pet. For many families, amputation of the affected toe can be the simplest, most effective, and most cost-efficient method to help their dog feel better. Choosing to pursue an amputation is a difficult decision for you and your pet. Should your pet need a toe amputation, Fur Kids Foundation believes that the compassionate veterinary teams in Campbell County, Wyoming will help you decide whether the amputation of a toe is the best treatment option for you and your pet. 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 or sign up to become a volunteer.  This little nugget is Teedo, a 6-year-old Yorkie Mix.
Teedo’s mom noticed that he wasn't wanting to eat, was acting very sleepy and had little energy. “He means the world to me," says Teedo’s mom; so she was very worried when her BFF wasn't acting like himself. His mom thought he had teeth issues and maybe had a tooth infection. Teedo's mom is on a limited income from Supplemental Security Income, and she was worried that she wouldn’t be able to afford an unplanned vet visit. She applied with Fur Kids Foundation for help with Teedo’s visit so her best bud could get the help needed. The vet found that Teedo had great teeth, but he was having some tummy troubles causing him to not feel well. He was put on some meds to settle his belly and is already feeling better! Curious how to know if your dog has an upset belly? Not surprisingly, many of the signs that humans have are similar to the signs that dogs have; which include:
Your dog may have some stomach issues due to eating food they shouldn’t (some human food or even poop), food allergies, intestinal blockages, overeating, parasites, tumors, or even ulcers; however, it could also include heatstroke, kidney or liver problems, pain, pancreatitis, parvovirus, and stress. When your dog has an upset stomach, understanding what is causing it is very important–if a dog has pancreatitis, their treatment is much different from a food allergy. If you are unsure of what is causing your pups discomfort, it’s always best to consult your veterinarian. 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 or sign up to become a volunteer.  This is Lucy, a six-month-old Corgi pup. We all know how mischievous puppies are, and that they frequently get into things when their pawrents aren’t looking. And this is just what Lucy did.
Lucy's mom noticed that she was acting like she wasn’t feeling well–Lucy wasn’t eating, she was having troubles going potty, and then she started vomiting. Her mom knew she needed to get Lucy to the vet right away. She had enough for the initial exam, but when she was told Lucy's illness was actually an obstruction that required emergency surgery, she knew she wasn’t going to be able to cover the costs. PetMD reports that an intestinal blockage (aka bowel obstruction) can be a partial or complete blockage of the intestines, which means that solid foods or liquids have a hard time passing. This can also prevent absorption of nutrients and water, and can cause a lot of health issues. Unfortunately, blockages can also damage the intestines and cause the tissue to die or break (bowel rupture or perforation); and this can be fatal. Some common symptoms of a bowel obstruction in dogs includes:
Lucy's mom is a single mom who is transitioning between jobs. She loves her pets dearly and tries to look after them. Lucy's mom applied for Care Credit, but didn't get approved for enough to cover the full costs of the surgery for the obstruction. She applied with Fur Kids Foundation for assistance so she wouldn't have to make any difficult decisions for Lucy. We were happy to help. Lucy's surgery was a success and they were able to remove the objects she had eaten (dang puppies!) and is at home recovering. Her mom now knows how curious little Lucy is and will keep things out of reach and a better eye on her. No matter what is happening with your fur kid, at any stage of life, Fur Kids Foundation encourages you to call your veterinarian sooner rather than later. 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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