Success Story: Bella

Bella is a three-year-old Pomchi (a cross between the Pomeranian and the Chihuahua) who was really sick. Her family watched as poor Bella shook, vomited and lost her appetite.

Her family rushed her to the vet clinic where she had to stay the night, receive fluids, and was eventually diagnosed with Hemorrhaic Gastroenteritis (HGE). According to VCA Animal Hospitals, HGE can affect any breed, age, size, or gender of dog, but it is most common in small- and toy-breed dogs. Most cases of HGE occur suddenly in healthy dogs.

The exact cause of HGE can be related to eating non-food items or even dramatically different foods than what the dog is accustomed to, intestinal parasites and bacteria, or even stress, anxiety, and hyperactivity in many cases. Dogs with HGE will appear severely ill and, if left untreated, may die, so it is best to rush your dog to a vet immediately if you see the following symptoms:

1. large amounts of bloody diarrhea, very often bright red
2. a painful abdomen
3. decreased appetite
4. fatigue
5. or fever
   

Bella’s mom is out of work due to a disability, and her dad is the only one working, so having Bella sick was hard on the family. They reached out to Fur Kids Foundation for assistance, and we were happy to help. After Bella's hospital stay, some medication, and fluid therapy, she's feeling much better and back in the comfort of her home with her family.

Fur Kids Foundation is grateful for the dedication of our volunteers and supporters who have helped local families stay happy and healthy, and together! If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help families in Campbell County, Wyoming with animals, please consider making a tax-deductible donation. The money helps families during a time when they may not be able to afford adequate veterinary care. Check out more Success Stories.