OHIO :PLEASE HELP MOLLY INJURIES SEVERE Lt R leg amputated, Rt R Leg/pelvis broken, she walks on front legs

                                MOLLY

LEFT REAR LEG AMPUTATED AND RIGHT REAR LEG AND   PELVIS FRACTURED.  SHE WALKS ON HER 2 FRONT LEGS!

Molly came into rescue at Saint Francis Animal Sanctuary May 12, 2007.  She came from Blacksburg Virginia on a rescue transport and spent the entire day traveling by car.  We knew that she had 3 legs but here is what we did not know!  Judging from her hair growth on her left hip area we can guess her left rear leg was amputated a few months ago.  The hair is not completely grown back.  Molly first showed up in VA at the shelter on 1/25/07.  She already had a left rear leg amputation.  The shelter contacted ALL the vet clinics around Blacksburg VA and no one remembered the dog. No owner could be found.  This poor dog was adopted in early February and showed back up as a stray at the same shelter in mid May.  When she showed up she could not use her existing rear right leg.  Her bones were sticking out of her rear area causing deformity.  She could not walk on her rear leg.  This poor girl is walking on her 2 front legs only. She holds her right rear leg tucked up under her abdominal area as if in pain to put weight on it.  She was adopted out again in this condition with out any ortho consult or evaluation.  Poor Molly!  She was only kept for 2 weeks and taken back to the same shelter as an owner surrender.  The shelter took her to a vet where she did not have any x-rays done.  The vet watched her walk on her 2 front legs and tuck her rear leg under her.  They said she had a fracture of the right rear leg above the knee.  She most likely had a shattered pelvis also.  No x-rays were taken because the doctors told the shelter the injuries had probably healed by that time.  Sorry folks... that's just not good enough for us.

THE RIGHT REAR LEG IS NOT USED TO AMBULATE.

THE VET SHE WENT TO IN VA SAID SHE HAS A FRACTURED RIGHT LEG AND SHATTERED PELVIS.

MOLLY TUCKS HER FRACTURED LEG UNDER HER.

SHE CAN ONLY WALK ON HER 2 FRONT LEGS FOR A SHORT DISTANCE UNTIL SHE GETS EXHAUSTED.

We can not let this poor dog go with out a complete evaluation of her rear leg and pelvis.  She is a young dog perhaps one or two years old.  What if  a surgery would give her the use of her only rear leg?  We are in the process of getting a wheel chair donated for Molly but that's still not good enough.  We really need donations now so Molly can get the medical care and evaluation  she needs.  Molly has suffered almost her entire life with failed adoptions, living in the dog pound and awful injuries that have changed her life forever.  Please send a donation to help us figure out what we can do to help Molly have  a  wonderful life without pain. She is a survivor!  The shelter where she came from had no funds set up for x-rays or surgeries  Molly may need and we  understand.  Lets hope it is not too  late and Molly will have a chance at a more normal life.

I OPENED MY EYES FROM A NAP! THIS IS WHAT I FOUND

I TOOK THE PHOTO WITH MY CELL PHONE! MOLLY SLEEPING RIGHT NEXT TO ME! SHE IS A WONDERFUL DOG!

UPDATE:  MAY 16,2007

Molly is scheduled at the vet this week where she will be spayed and get the much needed x-rays to determine if any thing can be done for her.  If her hip is "out of the socket" she may a procedure called FHO:

Femoral Head Ostectomy

The weight of the dog has some bearing on the outcome on this surgery. In the surgery, the ball portion of the hip joint (the femoral head) is removed and the bone smoothed, if necessary, so that no bone to bone contact occurs between the pelvis, which contains the now empty socket and the remaining portion of the femur. The joint is not stabilized, it is destroyed. While that sounds bad, in almost all dogs under 40 to 50 lbs in weight, this surgery will provide reasonable comfort. A "false joint" forms, consisting of fibrous scar tissue around the bone end. This forms in the muscles over the hip, which fortunately are strong enough to provide some stability. It is less painful than leaving the dislocated femoral head rubbing against the pelvic bone.

We have to see what is going on with her fractured rear leg that may have already fused.  Please donate!

We need emergency funds for Molly who will be evaluated by a vet.  We are a 501(c)3 non profit group and donations are tax deductible  Thank You.

Farmingville , NY: Kitty with Cerebral Palsy needs home

 Her name is Cloud, all white with 2 differant color eyes and she is 7 years old, she was pulled from the shelter.
Why was she there you might ask, because this poor soul has Cerebral Palsy,but she gets along just fine.

 

 
She can be seen at
LUV N PUP,1055 PORTION RD Farmingville , NY Merri is her foster mom, you may contact her at 631 631 3556

 

 

she can be seen on line at

 

 

feralfelinesfriends.petfinder.com

Blind Tortie Kitty at Spaulding, GA AC...Gassing Shelter

There is NEVER much time for Special Need
animals at Spaulding...PLEASE help her!!!!

Contact numbers below:

please crosspost!!!

this cat is at Spalding animalcontrol, Griffin GA.
she is totally blind but very friendly.
she is very confused at the shelter (lots of barking dogs in the same
room as she is) and keeps meowing all the time.

very sweet girl, comes up to you for headrubs.

photo:

 

http://i99.photobucket.com/albums/l283/stefcat_2006/blindtortie.jpg

spalding is a high-kill and gassing shelter, she will be on very
limited time.

please call the shelter if want to save her:

Phone:
(770) 467-4772

Address:
Spalding County Animal Control
208 Justice Boulevard
Griffin, GA 30224

Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.

also some help with pull and boarding can be organized with winging
catrescue, contact barbara:

blowe@optonline.net

Injured Dog Needs Donations!

Here are a couple of pictures of Ziggy's injuries. The close up you can see how big the laceration was by his leg and the drain. The huge bruise on his side and chest is where the ribs were broken. I'll try to get a picture of his neck this evening. That is on his right side.

 

If you want to contributue to Ziggy's bill please call the Vet directly to donatate 678-475-1262

 

With everything that has happened this spring, the three shelter puppies that eventually died from parvo that left me with HUGE bills and a rescue refusing to pay, the mama bulldog that had an emergency c-section totaling over $1600 and now with Ziggy in the hospital and bills over $4300. Plus, there is no telling what my emergency bill is going to be. There is no job in sight although I?ve had several interviews. I just have to come right out and say it I NEED HELP! I desperately need any help you can give. Ziggy will be in the hospital at PetFirst 678-475-1262 for a couple more days. If you can see it in your heart and can help in any way please do. Feel free to contact the clinic if youd like to get an update or want to pay the Vet directly. I want to bring my poor little guy home.

Cranston RI : Two kittens with missing feet need homes

This was written to Handipets through MySpace,  Keep an eye on Handipets MySpace as Erin has commented there and may keep updating.

 

 

Hello,  I thought this would be the best site to come to.  I have 2 handicapped kittens of my own.  They are disabled because when they were born there umbilical cord was wrapped around their back feet so now they are unable to use them.  There is one kitten with 2 feet and one kitten with 3 feet. 

 

 

 

I have taken both of them to the vet several times and they are fine.  I can't find homes for them because people don't want the responsibility.  I would take them myself but I have 4 cats and a dog of my own and this is not an easy task.  If you know of anyone or anywhere I can call please help me.  I refuse to take them to a shelter because of how much I love them.  Please if you know anyone let me know.  I have pictures of them if you would like to see.  Most adorable things I've ever seen.

 

 

Through conversation with Erin Handipets received more information:

 

 i am in cranston rhode island and id be willing to travel a couple miles depending ... there feet are stumped ... they fell off but they still have legs.. they are learning to walk on i will send u a picture... actually they are on my pics on my myspace if youd like to see. my email is emrinaldo@CCRI.EDU they are still feeding from the mother so id give it maybe 2 more weeks until they are ready. my number is 401 270-2726. when taking them to the vet she told me that they would have to be indoor cats with rugs. Becuase of the stub feet rubbing on the ground they do not have sickness at all. so hopefully you can help me and find a family.

 

thank you
erin

 

 

 

One eyed blind tabby cat (TX)

Hello, I am trying to place a blind female cat.  She was left behind by neighbors, and had a litter of kittens that are now 4 weeks old. I have found homes for the kittens but am having trouble placing the momma cat.  She had to have her eye removed last year, and only sees shadows from her other eye.. She is very fearful of dogs, which I have 8 of so my home is not the ideal place for her.  She is extremely sweet and likes people once she gets to know them.  She is mostly blind so will need to be an indoor cat. I am in east Texas..  If you would like more info on her, please contact me at 

 

murphy9697@gmail.com

Micah
www.abtr.net
Have a Heart, Adopt an Old Fart!  Senior pets make wonderful friends.. 

Wanted: I need dog food, Missouri; Independence

 

I have a dog who had puppies (ten of them) I have 5 of them left. I'm
trying to give them to a good loving home. I can not afford to feed
them all. They do eat wet food, that I bought at the local dollar
store. I cant afford to buy it nolonger. Because I have two kids, one
wearing diapers, the price of gas ($3.09) and my husband is the only
one who has a job right now. We just can't afford it, if you could
help me out I would really appreciate it. You can reach me by e-mail
melisastrode@yahoo.com I live in Missouri; Independence.
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PLEASE can anyone help? Paralyzed 2 year old dachshund to be put to sleep monday

 

Hello,

I have a 2 & 1/2 year old dachshund named Elf. This past Saturday he
collapsed and he could not use his back legs and has no control of his
urinary or bowel functions. I took him to the Columbus, Ga animal
emergency clinic and they took x-rays, then told me I would need at
least $3000.00 for surgery. I am on a fixed income and could not
afford this. So they put him on Prednisone. I have been trying to
take care of him but I am not able to give him the proper care he
will need. I am giving him baths every few hours but he has now
developed rashes from the urine. I am using training pads and
baby diapers to try to keep him dry, it is not working. He is also
constipated and in discomfort. I called the vets office and was told
there is nothing they can do for him, they receptionist told me to
give him some pumpkin and it would help, however it has not worked so
far. At this point I am afraid if I cannot find someone who can take
care of him I will have to have him put to sleep. Is there anyway
your Resue group can help Elf? He is extremely loveable and gets
along well with children and other dogs.

My contact information is Christine Shotts

Phone # 706-464-8576

I live in Smiths Station, Alabama 36877

Thank you,

Christine Shotts

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New York City- Blind Chow Mix needs loving home!!

 

Goldie is a gentle, loving and magnificant 4-year-old Chow/Collie mix who was rescued from the city pound. Goldie came in as a stray and was going to be euthanized because he is blind. But, his lack of sight does not deter Goldie's love of life, enthusiasm and affection. (He reminds one of an unseeing Lassie) Goldie loves people and other animals. He is housebroken and otherwise healthy. It is hard to put into words, Goldie's courageous and optimistic spirit. He does not let his disability interfere with his zest for life. If bumping into things, Goldie simply moves on. Sightless dogs usually attach very closely to their caregivers and give great joy. Some of our most successful adoptions have been blind dogs. Can you open your heart to this wonderful dog who is ALL heart? If so, please call us at (212) 427-8273, rather than email. Goldie is a true "find" and will make some lucky and compassionate person very happy!

 

 

New Yorkers for Companion Animals (NYCA)
New York, NY
212 427-8273
NYFCA@aol.com

 

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Donations needed! Please help Kane, loving 10 MONTHS pit bull, nds surgery or will be euth'd.

Email yep6cats@aol.com with any questions.

Some of you may remember Kane,  the white pit bull I met at the shelter, being dumped by his person, Maria. Maria told me that Kane was suffering because he was having a hard time walking. She cried as she told me she wanted his suffering to end and that's why she was bringing him to the shelter. Sadly, a lot of people in the South Los Angeles area are naive about what goes on at the shelter. She thought they would vet her dog and then  find him a new home. I told her that the shelter does not have the resources to vet her dog. I told her that the dog must be held by law at the shelter for 5 days and that he would be terrified and sad, knowing he had been abandoned. She did not leave Kane at the shelter.

 

 Maria is one of the few owners turning in a dog who actually cares, who actually wants help so she can keep her beloved dog.  She has had Kane since he was a puppy. Maria's friends are telling her "he is just a dog" but to Maria, he is her child.

 

A very kind person donated so that Kane could go to Dr. Olds, the BEST ortho vet, and get a proper diagnosis.  Kane has grade three luxating pattela--his knees pop in and out when he walks. The cost to correct both knees is $3200!  Maria has agreed to raise $500 to help her dog and I told her I would do my very best to raise the $2700 balance so that Kane can once again run and play like a normal young pup.

 

This seems like a huge amount to raise and I am praying for a miracle for him. If he does not have the surgery, Maria feels that Kane is suffering and she would rather euthanize him than let him continue to suffer and be sad.

If enough funds can be raised, the surgery will be done by Dr. Olds at Brentwood Pet Clinic. They no longer accept phone donations because they have been bought by a large corporation and are now not allowed to accept donations over the phone.

Donations of any amount to help Kane are greatly appreciated. To make a donation,  please visit his fund raising page at:

https://www.fundable.org/groupactions/groupaction.helpkane

With gratitude,

Rita

Franklin,GA Sweet Injured cat in shelter needs help now!

Picture is a little graphic....

Heard County Animal Control Center
11818 Ga Hwy 100
Franklin, GA 30217

Phone: 706-675-3570

Email: heardcountyanima@bellsouth.net (@bellsouth.net)

 

kaylene at heard county got this sweet friendly tortie in today.
this cat craves attention.  and really needs some tlc.



The torti was attacked by something and the skin on one side of her face has been tore off. I will be putting some anti's on it so hopefully we can help it out some. Just let me know. Thanks kaylene

Lexington VA: beautiful bluetick with injured foot needs help ASAP

Alexandria is a very pretty young female bluetick, surrendered by her owner
to the Rockbridge SPCA in Lexington VA. Alexandria came in rail-thin and now
she has a deep cut in her foot. This shelter is very crowded and while they
want to find Alexandria a good home they will also need to euthanize for
space. The vet comes tomorrow and Alexandria is near the top of the list. Can
someone help this pretty girl? Alexandria is only about a year old. She is
very sweet, good with other dogs, and tested foodbowl safe. Please let's
give her a chance!

http://www.petfinder.com/fotos/VA321/VA321.8249351-1-x.jpg

Alexandria
Bluetick Coonhound Size: Medium Age: Young Sex: Female
Notes: My name is Alexandria and I'm a simply beautiful blue tick hound. In fact look how skinny I am, you know I use to model. Now that the modeling career is all over I think it's high time I put on a few pounds.   So bring on the purina one and treats, and did I mention treats. I would love to snuggle on the sofa for a little petting and watching animal planet, I understand there are lots of dog shows on there and I would love to check out all the men. I'm definitely NOT a hunting girl, I'm now a comfort girl. please email rockbridgespca@rockbridge.net     Lexington, VA 540-463-5123 rockbridgespca@rockbridge.net This pet is up to date with routine shots.
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Funds needed to help Tinkerbells surgery

 

This poor little girl has had a hard life so far in her young years.
She was born with out her ears like she should have. She had a hole in
the top of her head. And now we are told she has internal hernias that
needs surgery. She is ask you for your help to cover her doctor needs.
This Little Doll has been fighting since the day she was born. And is
still fighting to live. Lets HELP her win the battle to live a full
life. You can send Donations to help with medical expenses to : TYNDALL
VET CLINIC c/o BUDDY'S SHELTER, PO BOX 457, TYNDALL, SD. 57066 .
TINKERBELL THANKS YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

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The Humane Society of the United States Praises Senate Passage of Legislation to Protect Food Supply

The article below has been sent to you from http://www.hsus.org by handipets@comcast.net

Title: The Humane Society of the United States Praises Senate Passage of Legislation to Protect Food Supply

Link to full page: http://www.hsus.org/press_and_publications/press_releases/senate_pet_food_bill.html?log-event=sp2f-view-item&nid=33214475

UPDATE, Still looking for a home for Ari, we're moving, must rehome her ASAP

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I had thought that Ari was going to a rescue, but I never got any further contact about it, Now the army is moving us, and I have got to place her ASAP, and I lost all the addresses of others who were interested in her. PLEASE! If anyone is interested in helping her, or having a special needs themselves, PLEASE contact me ASAP. Again, she is perfectly healthy kitty, and a sweetheart, she had to have a tumor removed, and is spastic ( I was told by the lady who I took her in from that she has cerebral palsy ) she walks like a drunken sailor, but uses a cat box and everything fine. I rescued her myself from a army couple here, that were being moved, and were going to have her put to sleep that day because they had no luck in adopting her out because of her issues( which I have ran into here as well ). Please feel free to contact me if you can help. And to crosspost as well! Thank You!

Lori and Ari

 

Proud Army Wife to Daniel, Mom to Ben,Becca,Danni, and Nathan! Fur Mommy to Hope, Phil, Chloe, Ari, and Noel!

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Bowling Green KY: Tucker needs help! Hit by car. Donations needed

Bowling Green-Warren County Humane Society
Bowling Green, KY
270-783-9404
LorriC143@aol.com
Shepherd Mix

 

Tucker was hit by a car and having problems w/ his legs. He has been taken to the vet and given x-rays. He has slight nerve damage in his front leg and w/in time, he should regain mobility of his leg. We are hoping to raise $50 to cover the cost of his x-rays. Please help us, help Tucker!
Cat testing can be done upon request after the application is received.

 

Size: Large
Age: Baby
Gender: Male
ID: OS2
Notes: Intake Date: 5/1
Available Date: 5/1
Age: 5 months
Stray

 

FRANKLIN GA Injured Siamese mix male is scared and needs a home!!

This Siamese needs TLC and a rescue ASAP!

 

http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j38/cpqcpq/mayheardsiamese.jpg

Please help find this poor frightened cat a place to go. He was
trapped at night, and the underpaid overworked short staffed ACO for
Heard county got him before noon the very next day, but he was obviously
frantic at being trapped, and did this damage to himself. He allows
himself to be touched, so he is not feral. Just in need NOW.

Barbara

Heard County Animal Control Center
11818 Ga Hwy 100
Franklin, GA 30217
Shelter phone: 706-675-3570
Website: http://tinyurl.com/2rqgz3
Email: heardcountyanima@bellsouth.net
(heardcountyanima @ bellsouth.net)

Pet Notes: http://tinyurl.com/2kba89

**MillerCat**=

L.A. CA. - Precious little disabled Terrier (missing 1 foot + 1 is deformed) came into South L.A. Shelter emaciated, flea-infested, matted!

At the South L.A. shelter on Friday, one of the RVTs asked me if I would groom a little dog which had just come in.  This little girl had just been caught on the street by an officer, and was in the medical room.

The dog is the most adorable terrier--a norwich terrier/poodle lookalike--who is not only missing her right rear foot, her left back leg is deformed--possibly from an untreated break.   She was also very emaciated, matted all over her body, and had one of the worst flea infestations I've seen at the shelter...and I've seen some awful ones.

I can hardly bear to think what a terrible life this darling girl had been subjected to that she ended up in this condition.

 

The first thing I did was shave off her mats.  I was able to remove her coat almost in one piece quite quickly (thanx to Espree De-Tangler spray.)  It came off like I was shaving a sheep.

Her flea infestation was so bad, I had to use undiluted organic flea shampoo, and shampooed her twice.  You can see the blood oozing from the flea dirt in the attached photos.  Even when I rinsed her, dead fleas were still stuck all over her body.  All those black dots you can see on her body, head, face, etc., are all fleas.

All through this process, this baby was as good as gold.  She was really cooperative all the way: cleaning her filthy ears, cutting her horribly overgrown nails were no problem.   Despite all she's been through, she is really sweet and not scared of people.

She is just skin-and-bone.  And with her disability affecting both back legs, she is going to need to find a really special home.

 

Her impound number is A869998.  She is 4 years old and not yet spayed.  She is available on Wednesday, May 10th at 8am.

*BUT PLEASE ONLY RESCUE HER IF YOU CAN PUT HER DIRECTLY INTO A FOSTER HOME AFTER HER INITIAL VET EXAM.

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HER IF YOU PLAN TO PUT HER IN BOARDING, WITH ONLY A WEEKLY TRIP TO ADOPTIONS.  THAT WOULD BE CRUEL.

THIS LITTLE GIRL DESERVES TONS OF TLC, AND SHE NEEDS IT AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE!

*South L.A. shelter Direct lines:  213-485-0117, 0119, 0227, or: 213-485-0303.
(Phones answered 24/7; please get the name of the person you talk to.)

thanks,
Jane

Trenton, OH : deaf american bulldog

 

Rah 2373622 foster Dog		E-mail this pet   Printer Friendly Magnify Photo Animal Friends Humane Society Trenton, OH (513) 867-5727
American Bulldog Size: Large Age: Adult Gender: Male ID: 2373622fostered Craig
Notes: Rah is current on shots, licensed and microchipped. He is a sweet boy who just happens to be deaf. He is 2 years old. Most dogs have been heartwormed tested. All pets are spayed/neutered prior to adoption. All our dogs are temperment tested and "should" like dogs, cats, and kids unless noted. WE HAVE MORE PETS IN THE SHELTER THAT ARE NOT ON PETFINDER. Call with the pet's name and ID if you have questions on this pet. Save time, print out and bring our Pre-Adoption Form Learn more about Animal Friends Humane Societ

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Oviedo, Florida - $3,500 in donations needed to save Rudy the tiny abused chihuahua! Broken legs need titanium plates

 

PLEASE CROSSPOST WIDELY

 

Donations can be sent to:

Town & Country Vet Clinic

1725 W Broadway

Oviedo, FL 32765

407-365-3565

 

For more info contact Adopt a Rescued Kitty Inc:  animalsinneedusa@earthlink.net (earthlink.net)

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contacts:Town and Country Vet clinic in Oviedo,407-365-3565 ,1725 w. Broadway, Oviedo, Florida 32765.
Adopt a Rescued Kitty Inc's.  small breed rescue dog division-   animalsinneedusa@earthlink.net

May 5, 2007 12:53 PM
Subject: Rudy the tiny fawn chihuahua left to die with mutiple factures in the front legs

Can you please croospost this poor Baby shouldn't have to die because his owners were cruel to him.
 
Three weeks ago a 7 month old-5 LB Chihuahua was left and thrown into the Clay County ACC holding area. His two front legs have multiple fractures and breaks. He is alive but not for long. His legs were wrapped, but the damages is so bad, that for him to survive and walk, he will need multiple titanium plates and the surgery will cost at least $7,000. Clay ACC asked the media to cover the story to find out if anyone knew anything so we could go after the criminal who did this. Donations were asked too. Lots of money was sent for the same type of crime for a dog at the JAX Humane Society, but not one dollar was received at Clay. JAX received lots of donations.
A group of surgeons are willing to sponsor him, but we need to raise at least $3,500 to cover just the cost of the materials. The rest will come.. Thank goodness for the humanitarian efforts of these Vets. Please Post nationwide and get the word out. All donations can be sent to the Town and Country Vet clinic in Oviedo.   Their phone # is 407-365-3565 for credit card donations and mailing address is 1725 w. Broadway, Oviedo, Florida 32765. Further information can be emailed to us the sponsoring 501C rescue. Adopt a Rescued Kitty Inc's.  small breed rescue dog division-   animalsinneedusa@earthlink.net (earthlink.net)
1-888-873-1897 for messages. Please help. I have asked Debra Sue at C ACC to attach a picture to be posted.

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