Holly - This was a Border Collie removed from deplorable conditions along with three other dogs and Holly’s seven wee puppies. All were left outside and she was unable to walk. She was taken to the veterinarian’s office where she received passive limb exercises and was lifted regularly in order to go to the washroom and change her position. Slowly, she showed signs of slight movement in her legs. She was referred to a specialist where she received further treatment and now she is in a permanent home, receiving regular water therapy. Now she walks and moved without any problems.

Of all of these dogs that came in, only one, a beautiful 4-year-old German Shepherd, is still waiting to be adopted.

Captain Jack Sparrow - Along with the above-mentioned dogs that we rescued, this poor little cat came in as well.  He had a badly ulcerated eye, which was erupting and required its
removal.

Bronx - A wonderful big grey tabby who was removed from terrible surroundings by Debbie, our inspector. Poor Bronx had some episodes of wheezing and had actually used a little kitty ventolin puffer. We’re waiting for results from the vet as to whether it is a bacterial infection or in fact asthma. Since he’s come back from his vet visit for a few weeks now, he’s been great. He’s waiting for a new home; you’ll love him if you see him.

Morgan - Another cat requiring removal of an eye because of deteriorating conditions

Marci - A sweet little dog, left tied outside the shelter one cold winter night. Again, another dog with her coat completely matted in awful shape. She had two cherry eyes and ulceration
of one. She has been adopted by one of our staff members and lives happily now playing with two canine siblings.
One of our kittens in foster care developed a bowel obstruction and required surgical intervention. She has recuperated nicely.

Fred- As mentioned earlier, Fred the shelter cat required all of his emaining teeth to be removed and several abscesses treated.

Vance - A sad big orange stray that has been badly attacked, we have no idea by what. His ear is mutilated and facial
injuries. What a sweetheart. He required suturing and cleaning up. Now he’s on analgesics for pain and antibiotics. He’s safe and warm.

Because of many of you who gave so generously to our Gift of Life.We were able to take some of our animals requiring specialized care to veterinarians who deal specifically in orthopedics (bones), ophthalmology (eyes), respirology (lungs), and oral surgery.

Our Fred, thanks you for allowing him to feel so much better.

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