We can learn a lot from dogs and cats with extraordinary medical needs.
They learn to enjoy life to the fullest with just a little help from us.
Please consider donating today to help a rescue dog or cat get on their way on the Road to Recovery, today!
Road to Recovery
As a rescue, we often take in animals with special medical needs because we have resources available to us that enable us to care for them when other shelters and rescues cannot. We take in animals who would otherwise not have a second chance at life. These animals come to us in need of cherry eye repairs, FHO surgery, ACL repairs, masses or tumors, dental disease & even broken bones. They have been hit by vehicles, severely injured, and in some cases left without necessary veterinary care for extensive periods of time. We address their medical issues as needed and put them up for adoption as soon as possible.
We are very grateful that we have the ability to take in these special needs animals, give them the medical care they need and place them in their new "furever" homes. Although we are fortunate to have many resources available, like a working relationship with the University of WI Vet School, the costs to provide the necessary care still requires us to seek donations from our supporters.
Recently, we've taken in a few special animals that will require extraordinary care. Your support paves the way for animals in the most need. Scroll down to meet Ginger, M&M, Amun (also known as Goose), Whipple, Aker, & Reese's Pieces, who's anticipated medical expenses exceed $13,500.
They say it takes a village, and that has never been more true than when working with cases like these. Every donation counts. With the help of staff at WCVC, residents of the UW Vet School, and our many supportive partner organizations, we can make life-saving differences for those who need us most.
Please consider making a donation to help us reach our goal. With your support, we can get them all back on their feet and in the fast lane.... on the road to recovery!
Green Lights for Ginger
Ginger is a one-year-old Golden Retriever, Poodle mix who came to us from an area humane society after being found abandoned with a pretty obvious injury, which was soon diagnosed as a fracture of her radius and ulna. Thanks to the UW Vet School Surgery Residents and generous volunteers, both fractures of Ginger's front leg were quickly surgically repaired and she is currently recouping and recovering in foster care.
The Extra Mile for M&M
M&M is a nine-month-old Yorkshire terrier, Poodle mix who weighs in at just under 3 pounds. He was surrendered to SFTS after being diagnosed with a liver shunt, which is currently preventing his tiny body from eliminating harmful toxins and from absorbing vital nutrients. Surgical intervention will be needed to ensure his survival. Although he is small, he is mighty... and he has so much love to give!
An Alternate Route For Amun
Amun is a seven-month-old bulldog that was transferred to us from a partner organization, where he arrived as a stray with a painful injury to his front right leg. Radiographs revealed an incorrectly healed elbow fracture and lots of scar tissue that was preventing normal movement. Surgery was performed to realign the bones and several orthopedic screws were placed to ensure proper alignment throughout his healing process. Even though his road to recovery has been a little long and tedious, Amun remains in GREAT spirits and loves all of the extra attention he's currently receiving.
One-Way Trip for Whipple
Whipple is a six-month-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who was rescued from a puppy mill. During her initial exam, it was discovered that she was suffering from painful medially luxating patellas on both legs, both of which will require surgical repair. We are currently navigating through all of the normal stops with Whipple and working to arrange an orthopedic surgeon to get this little pup on the mend. She is an otherwise happy and healthy gal and we are certain this minor detour won't hold her back one bit.
A Small Detour for Aker
Aker is a sweet, blind, senior shih tzu who came to us with a handful of small concerns; but nothing he wasn't up for tackling, with our help. He was suffering from chronic ear infections, poor skin, and needed a large mass removed from his chin. The surgery itself was simple, and the mass itself was determined not to be harmful, but afterward, Aker developed pneumonia and needed to be hospitalized. During this time he became depressed and refused to eat. He gave us quite a scare, but after about two weeks of special care, Aker made up his mind to fight- and fight he has done every day since. He may have taken the long way around, but we're happy to report he's back on track and searching for his very own happily ever after.
Reese's Pieces Under Construction
Reese's Pieces is a one-year-old beagle, spaniel mix who just recently arrived at SFTS. He was transferred to us from an overcrowded shelter out of state, with what was described as an old leg injury. His initial exam revealed that he was suffering from a severe medially luxating patella of his left leg, hip dysplasia, and a grade 3 heart murmur. He will need surgical intervention to fix his knee, and additional care to address his heart murmur moving forward. It's clear that this poor guy has seen his fair share of difficulties throughout the last year, but he doesn't let that stand in his way... and neither will we.