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K9 Stray Rescue League
"A Non-Profit Organization Giving Pound
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We often have dogs that have expensive medical conditions or circumstances that require them to receive extra care and attention. We try our hardest to provide our dogs with whatever it is they need, although sometimes it can become very costly. For example, the cost of treating a heartworm positive dog can range anywhere from $150 - $300 per dog. The following are dogs that need sponsorship and/or they are "special needs" dogs:  Maggie's
luck changed when she was pulled from animal control but
unfortunately she still has a few more hurdles to cross before she can
find her new forever home. Maggie was a victim of overbreeding.
She was used over and over again to breed puppies for her greedy owner
and when her owners were done making money on her they dumped her at a
local animal control facility. In addition she tested positive
for heartworm and most recently we found out that she has ligament
tears in both of her knees. Maggie's heartworm treatment and leg
surgery will cost from $1700 -$3200 depending on the type of leg
surgery we get for her. The surgery can be done two different
ways. The more expensive version is called a
tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) and is usually
recommended for younger dogs, which Maggie qualifies for. The less
evpensive version is called a modified retinacular imbrication
technique (MRIT). This version does not stop the progression of
arthritis, but it does stabalize the knee. We are very determined to
get this girl back to health and into a happy forever home. If
you can contribute to Maggie's medical expenses it would be greatly
appreciated. Please contact us if you can help. Shadow
is a female, 4-year old black lab. After a short time with K9
Stray Rescue we discovered that Shadow's rear left leg
had a
torn ACL and
meniscus. She underwent a TPLO surgery, and a bone plate with bone
screws were put into her knee. Shadow is now fully able to walk on her
leg now, due to the loyal dedication of one of the volunteers who took
Shadow in as a foster dog. For Shadow to stay in good health, she
will need a gloucosimine pill every morning and daily walks will be very
important. Shadow does have arthritis in both her rear legs and these
strategies have greatly increased her quality of life. Since Shadow's
surgery
she can now get frisky with toys, people, and other dogs,
but overall she is still generally a calm dog. She devours attention
from people of all ages. Also, she definitely enjoys interaction with
other
dogs and cats, provided they don't jump on her. If you
would like to help for the costs of Shadow's surgery or if you would be
interested in adopting her... please contact us.
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