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March 2008
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Last month, I blogged about two strays in the Pinemont/Acres Homes area, which has become a dumping ground (according to at least one animal rescuer) for stray dogs. Remember this guy? Yeah! He - named Sugar Ray, for his fighting spirit - is a walking miracle with fur. He was picked up, fostered, and is enduring some pretty tough heartworm treatments. Here's an update from his rescuer and his foster mama: "I'm happy to report that Sugar Ray made it through the weekend, although it didn't pass without incident, and he did have to see the doctor on Monday. Gail found some droplets of blood in his cage Saturday morning, and then about 1:00 a.m. Sunday morning, he let out a very loud bark and when she went to check on him, she found he had sprayed blood out through his bark. That was very frightening. Then I went to visit him Sunday afternoon and he was very excited to see me - started with the That being said, he actually looks pretty darn good! All of his hair has completely grown back in and you can barely see his ribs anymore - he is starting to fill out some and has gained 5 lbs. since he went to live with Gail (she's a good cook!). But the best part is his eyes, which looked brighter and more alert - no longer that glazed, dull look. It's hard to believe he looks so much better on the outside, but is in worse shape on the inside right now! But he had a favorable report on Monday and they say he is healing, even though it will be a slow process. It will be harder to keep him super quiet as he starts to feel better, but right now he seems to be quite content in his "den". 6 CommentsLeave a comment |
Bless your hearts for helping Sugar Ray, just look at him now, he's so cute. You can see that sparkle of life in his eyes that was not there before. Baby had heartworm's when she came here, but I chose not to do that hard thing, for the main reason of keeping her quiet, she was so full of energy, Dalmatians are very active and must run and romp. I started her on heart worm medication and she always had them but it stopped them from getting worse. She lived many years here, playing ball, which she could jump and catch in the air for many years. I have proof in her gorgeous pictures, she was very photogenic, all Dal's are.
I just wanted to say what a wonderful person you are for picking this dog up and giving it a good chance, and it will always shake it's tail and body for you, they don't forget your kindness.
Your a great person! Tonya
You have done an amazing job getting this pooch into better shape. He looks so much happier! I have also had a rescue with severe complications from heartworm treatment. It is so hard on their system. Even after a pulmonary embolism that caused bleeding from his mouth and an inability to stand on his own, my rescue is a perfectly healthy and happy dog today. Most frustrating thing is that it is easily preventable.
Great to hear and Gail you are an Angel!! I hope that Sugar Ray continues to get stronger and stronger!
Wow, what a wonderful story, I saw the first posting, it was so sad. God Bless both of you for saving this sweet dog's life, he looks great!
He has come so far in such a short period of time!! The change is amazing!! I know he still has hurdles to overcome, but I know that he will because there are so many praying for him!! Thanks to all of the human-angels who were there to rescue this loving and wonderful creature! Your have earned your place in Heaven for sure!
I would try natural medicine to treat heartworms it's not painful at all and it works... read the success stories...
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Heartworm_sp_36.html