Groot's Story: Assisting Struggling Pet Owners with Emergency Veterinary Costs

Meet Groot, the six-year-old Pit Bull/Boxer. His pawrents were experiencing financial hardship but were finally getting back on their feet and catching up on bills. 

Unfortunately, Groot's housemate, an unaltered female, went into heat and Groot was determined to reach her at all costs. He escaped from his kennel and broke through doors, causing injury to himself in the process. 

Groot's injuries were gnarly and required immediate attention, which his dad couldn't afford. Thankfully, he was able to apply for help with Fur Kids Foundation. After a brief discussion about the importance of sterilizing pets, we were happy to help. 

Groot received the necessary stitches and we are optimistic that his dad will have Groot’s housemate spayed to prevent a repeat of this unfortunate incident.

Fur Kids Foundation wants pet owners to know that spaying and neutering are important for preventing unplanned or unwanted litters, and reducing pet overpopulation. However, there are many other reasons pet pawrents should opt to spay or neuter their pets. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reports that health benefits associated with spaying female dogs and cats can prevent uterine infection and reduce the risk of breast cancer; while neutering males can eliminate their risk of testicular cancer and reduce their risk of developing enlarged prostate glands (known as benign prostatic hyperplasia). Behavioral health benefits for removing a female dog or cat's ovaries eliminates their heat cycles and generally reduces mating-related behaviors that may frustrate owners; while removing a male dog or cat's testicles reduces their breeding instinct, resulting in less roaming and fewer urine-marking behaviors.

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.

Will you donate $10 today to help us continue to help fur kids get back on their paws? Donations are tax deductible. Or you can join our pack to help get fur kids back on their paws by becoming a volunteer. If you didn’t know, 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. ​