 This fine gentleman is Tigger, a 9-year-old feline. His parents noticed that he wasn't eating as much of his food, and upon inspection of his mouth, noticed that his teeth looked awful. His mom said that she thought Tigger’s canine tooth had grown causing it to jab into his bottom jaw, which was causing him to be in pain when he ate. At the vet’s office, the doctor let them know that Tigger's teeth hadn’t grown longer. Unfortunately what Tigger had was an abscess tooth, causing his gums to swell, which is why it appeared his canine was pushing into his bottom jaw. According to VCA Pet Hospitals: A tooth root abscess is a severe infection that develops around the root of a tooth. A tooth root abscess forms when bacteria enter the exposed root canal of the tooth. In cats, this most often occurs when the tooth breaks and exposes the tissues that lay beneath the enamel. A tooth root abscess may also develop in association with periodontal disease, an infection of the tissues surrounding the tooth.
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Willa may be 15, but she is a fighter. And we were very happy we could help Willa and her family.
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.  This beauty is Nova, a 2-year-old German shepherd. Nova decided to explore her neighborhood recently, and unfortunately was hit by a car. This resulted in some pretty serious injuries, including a severely broken leg. Dog leg injuries are easy to identify if your dog is either limping or refusing to walk altogether. But these signs alone don't necessarily indicate a broken leg. According to VCA Hospitals, other signs that your dog's leg might be broken include intense pain, swelling at the site of the fracture, and the leg lying at an awkward angle. If you think your dog may have a broken leg, please take him to a vet right away rather than attempting to examine or treat the injury yourself. A veterinarian can better determine the seriousness of the injury and determine whether the broken leg requires treatment. Nova's parents work hard, and can afford Nova’s daily care and vet visits. However, when faced with an amputation or surgery, both resulting in thousands of dollars, they were overwhelmed and concerned, knowing they couldn't afford either. They applied to Fur Kids Foundation, and we were happy to help. Nova's parents made the decision to amputate her leg. Financially it cost less than the surgery to repair the break, but also Nova's parents knew there would be a long recovery of rehab with the surgery, and potential future issues from the surgery. Nova is now an adorable tri-pawd, and hopefully will never escape her yard again.  Read more at: Boneo: How To Tell If Your Dog Has A Broken Leg 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.  We received a pawsome end-of-2019 surprise when the Howladay Inn Play & Stay contacted us today to tell us that they had a donation for Fur Kids Foundation! This will surly help us kick off 2020 to a great fundraising start. Since they opened around six months ago, the owners collected tips from clients who used their facility, and gave the money to the Animal Shelter, Fur Kids Foundation and Rest Easy My Friend Canine Rescue and Sanctuary! For those who don’t know, Howladay Inn offers dog boarding (as well as cat, bird, ferret, rabbit, and more), doggy daycare, and a host of services mixed in while you’re away from home. If your dog is small and the larger dogs scare them a bit, they can keep them in a separate area to ensure their safety. The owners live above the facility, so someone is always there to make sure your pet is safe. You can even schedule a secure early drop-off and late pick up if needed, which is great for shift workers. We sure are grateful for such generous businesses in our community who love pets just as much as we do. If you do business with Howladay Inn, please be sure to say thank you to them for their support. And if you don’t, consider a tour at least; they are located at 1721 Phillips Circle in Gillette, Wyoming. Call (307) 363-3043 or check out their Facebook page. Let them know that Fur Kids Foundation sent you!  This beautiful pup is Felony, a 4-month-old black lab/hound. When his mom adopted him, she wasn’t aware that he had an existing neck injury. From their best guess, Felony had a deep cut that must have healed wrong, causing scar tissue to pull Felony's ears back.
For two months Felony's mom and the vet tried everything they could to fix the scar tissue and avoid surgery, but unfortunately none of it worked. Now it was time for Felony to have surgery. Felony's mom is a single mom and the only income for her family. She depleted her funds trying to help Felony avoid surgery, and unfortunately at the same time, one of her children got really sick and also needed medical attention. When it became time for Felony to have surgery, she was worried she wouldn’t be able to afford it. That’s when she learned about Fur Kids Foundation. She applied and we were happy to help alleviate some of Felony's mom's stress. Felony had surgery to remove some of the scar tissue from his neck, and was also neutered at the same time to help keep him healthy in the future. His vet expects him to make a full recovery. Did you know neutering removes the possibility of testicular cancer as well as reduces the risk of prostate enlargement and infection later in life for a dog? Neutering is also believed to reduce hormone-related behaviors such as leg lifting, humping, and some forms of aggression. Fur Kids Foundation is a huge proponent of spaying and neutering dogs. Read more about spaying and neutering in the Whole Dog Journal. 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.
Unfortunately, Rowdy found himself in the middle of a large dog fight, and was badly hurt, with multiple wounds. Rowdy's parents took him to the vet as quickly as they could to have everything evaluated. The most significant wound resulted in his stomach herniating through his ribs! Rowdy was gonna need some extra time at the vet. And his parents were very concerned about what it would cost them. Much like humans, dogs can experience hernias. For those who don’t know, a hernia is a condition where the contents of a dog’s abdomen pushes through a tear or hole in the muscle wall or fatty tissue. Most hernias are genetic, while some can develop due to a trauma, like a dog fight. According to PetMD, signs to watch for if your dog could have a hernia may include:
If you suspect your dog may have a hernia, it’s best to get them to the veterinarian as soon as you can, as hernias are treated with surgery. If you’ve ever experienced a dog fight, you know how terrifying it is; for those of you who haven’t, you’re lucky. To learn how to break up a dog fight, check out this article, and info-graphic, from The Spruce Pets.  To make matters worse, around the same time Rowdy was hurt his family was experiencing some family medical issues forcing them to travel. Everything was happening at once, causing his family to be in a tight spot financially. They applied to Fur Kids Foundation, and we were happy to help.
Rowdy had to stay overnight at the vet clinic and had to have surgery for his hernia, but he's on the road to recovery and doing well. 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.  Sponsors are needed to help the Foundation make A Night for Paws an even more magical night than it was in 2019. We want to help even more families afford emergency veterinary care in 2020 in Campbell County, Wyoming; can you help us? We have several options available, and are taking sponsor donations until January 3! Donations can be made online via PayPal. Or, feel free to contact FKF at furkidsfoundation@gmail.com or 307.363.1131.
Fur Kids Foundation is a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization. Tax receipts for donations and silent auction items are available. Read more about Fur Kids Foundation here or check out how your money is spent by reading some of our Success Stories.  We truly have the greatest supporters!
Wyoming Pet Photography is hosting some Christmas Mini Sessions for dogs this weekend, Saturday, December 7, and possibly Sunday, December 8 at CAM-PLEX Park in Gillette, Wyoming. A portion of the proceeds will return to Fur Kids Foundation to help us continue to help Campbell County families afford the costs of emergency veterinary care for their pets. The 10-15 minute sessions are $75 (for two dogs, it's $15 each additional dog) and you can get 2-3 digital files (with printing rights for sizes up to 11x14); plus, you always have an option to purchase additional files and products. To book, please contact Wyoming Pet Photography via Facebook Messenger, email wyopetphotography@gmail.com or call (307) 421-6263. Check out more info in the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/475316519755048/. And, be sure to like her on Facebook, www.facebook.com/wyomingpetphotography/, and Instagram, @wyopetphoto.  WOW. Thank you to everyone who contributed to Fur Kids Foundation's #GivingTuesday fundraiser. You helped us raise $1,135 to help Campbell County, Wyoming families afford emergency veterinary care for their pets. We appreciate all that everyone does for us and this community. We had a goal to reach $2,000, but we are completely thrilled with this amount! Please know that the Facebook fundraiser is open until Saturday, December 7 if you wish to give some more: https://www.facebook.com/donate/432201620789594/  It's here! It's Giving Tuesday, and we’re raring to go!
Fur Kids Foundation needs your help to raise $2,000 to help Campbell County, Wyoming families afford emergency veterinary care. We know that this is a lofty goal for this group, but with you on our team, we know we can do it! There are several ways that you can donate:
The best referral we could possibly get is from fundraisers like you. In addition to your support today (and all of the other days you've supported us), could you also share our fundraising goal on your social pages, or even share this email with your friends and family? If you cannot donate, simply sharing the news can help us raise the money. The impact your donations will have is incredible. As of December 2, we've had 114 applicants in 2019 and we've granted $26,875 in emergency veterinary aid. Since we began in September 2012, we've helped 719 families, and granted more than $134K. Plus, more than 80% of the funds we raise go directly to helping local families. Be sure to read about our success stories here. Thanks for your support. As the day goes on, we’ll keep you updated on the progress toward our goal!  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:
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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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.
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