Thursday, February 19, 2009

URGENT! Need home SINGELE PET home for F/Spayed springer spaniel in Columbia SC

This is an emotionally/behavior disorder dog.  She is an original Handipets Rescue that now needs more help.  Please read the following with an open mind.  Annie is not a brute.  She just needs to be in a home with no other animals, and in an an area where she can run in a back yard with no other animals nearby.  She would NOT be a good city pet.  Annie really needs to be in a rural setting and that is something nobody in our family can provide for her.

Annie has quite a story to tell.  Her life began as an abandoned pup.  Eyes just barely open.  Found in a clay pit, cold, hungry and unpottied.  We took her in and hand nursed and raised her into a healthy dog.  We were unable to keep little Annie though.  Our county has a restriction on dogs and we could only have 4 dogs.  Annie needed a home.  My sister kindly took Annie in and things were wonderful for quite some time. 




Later, my sister adopted another dog who had been mistreated and was in need of a good home.  Molly a beautiful young boxer came to live with my sister and all was well for a few months....

But Annie Changed.

 

Annie became highly aggressive toward Molly.  My sister worked with the dogs but fights became death matches.  Unwilling to give up on either of these beautiful creatures my sister saved up money and called in a professional to work with Annie.  This did not work out.  My sisters yard is much too small for Annie to run freely, she is hostile to the neighbors dogs through the fence, unsafe to walk with other dogs around so Annie cannot be properly exercised outside, and she is dangerous to other animals inside.

After over a year of trying to work through this situation a horrible fight broke out between Annie and Molly last night causing injury to both dogs and to my mother and sister who tried to break them up.  Aside from Molly the boxer there are two senior dachshunds in the home who are also at risk.

Sadly my sister now knows that Annie cannot live with other animals, cannot use her back yard and cannot be walked.  This is no life for Annie and the other animals in the home should not be abused by Annie.



Annie needs a home as as SINGLE PET.  She has never harmed a human.  When I had Annie she never harmed a cat but because she has grown aggressive with other dogs I would not recommend her as a pet in a cat family and would be concerned about her around small children. She has no history of harming children but her fierce fights against other dogs would make me concerned.

Annie needs a good place to run.   We have never chained our dogs, they have always had space to run, but when neighbors complain that your dog barks viciously over a fence at their dogs....that is a problem.  If you have a privacy fence, or no nearby neighbors Annie would do great in your back yard. She loves to run and play.



My sister worked and was gone about 12 hours a day.  Annie had been left home while she was at work and there was never a problem.  When I had her we could leave her home as well.  Annie would work out well for working families.

This is an <b><i>URGENT</i></b> plea for a home for Annie.  If one is not found within a week this sweet dog will need to be put to sleep.  All other things have been tried.  She has been spayed, has been on benedryl to help calm her, herbals have been tried, she has been examined by a vet and is healthy.  A professional trainer has come to the home to help, the house has been divided and more humans moved in to help  keep things safe.  Sadly all attempts have failed.  Annie is a danger to other dogs and simply needs a rural home where she is the only pet.

Annie has never been abused from the day she was rescued.  We are unsure of what drives this emotional disorder, could it be because she was hand nursed?  Most do not agree, but that seems to be the only thing different about her life.  She had no young pups to play with and the older dogs did try to put her in the rear of the pack...could that be it?  If we had the answers I'm sure we could solve this problem, but sadly we know only this.  Annie is not safe around other dogs, but she is a wonderful and loyal companion to humans.  She deserves to live her natural days on earth in a home where she is the only canine companion to her human.

If you have room in your heart and home for a dog who is known to be dangerous around other dogs...but is the sweetest loving creature to humans, is house broken, spayed, healthy and does not destroy your home...please contact me here or at handipets@comcast.net

You can also reach my mother and sister by phone.  If you are interested contact me for their number.

Monday, February 16, 2009

Please help Sadie get surgery for a torn ACL.

Rosie needs leg Surgery

Help BELLE!!

A FEW BUCKS FOR BUCK!

Please help with Jacob's Vet bills

Please help my dog

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Stewie the rescued pug needs your help to get hip and knee surgery

Laya's mouth/dental surgery - Help this cat!

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Iceey, partially paralyzed kitten, needs adoption



Name:
Iceey
Rescue ID: C090002
Status: Available for Adoption (adoption info)
Please Note: This animal is listed as a courtesy to another organization. Please be sure to contact the foster/caretaker for more information about her.
Species: Cat
Breed: Domestic Short Hair - orange / Mixed (short coat)
Sex: Female (spayed)
General Potential Size: Small
Current Age: 5 Months 29 Days (best estimate)
Good with People: Very Friendly
Good for Inexperienced Caregivers: No

Special Needs: She had been completely paralyzed & now runs & plays with just a little sway but she is incontinent of bowel & bladder. It is manageable & hopefully she will continue to improve & regain some or all of these functions

Description:

We named her Iceey because when she was rescued at about 6 wks old, her eyes were a Siamese blue. Now her eyes are golden but Iceey stuck. A dog or something injured her & we were afraid she wouldn't survive. She had no movement or feeling in her backend & tail. She swam for therapy to strengthen her back & back legs & eventually crawled & relearned how to walk. Now she is just like any other kitten her age.
I've been able to put her on a schedule for expressing the urine & feces about 4 times a day & at night she wears a diaper. She is very social & wants to be with us 24/7. She loves to be held & cuddled. She travels well & doesn't mind if strangers hold or pet her. She goes to our adoptions on the weekends & always has a crowd around her. She does well with other kittens or small dogs ( after a getting to know you period ) & loves to play soccer. She can open sliding patio doors, pocket doors, cabinets & drawers with just a little figuring out. She is such a sweet playful kitten & we love her dearly. She has had all of her kitten & rabies vaccines, is microchipped & has been spayed. Her tail was amputated with the spaying for her health & safety, the feeling never returned to most of her tail. Thank you for helping us find her a forever home.
If you are interested in Iceey contact us and we will put you in touch with the foster:)
If you want a kitty who really really needs you - please consider Iceey.

Apply to adopt this kitty!



Half Blind Cat desperatly needs someone who cares. (Marietta)

Reply to: comm-1026644870@craigslist.org

Date: 2009-02-08, 8:14PM EST


So here's the deal.. Rescued this cute white female kitten with one blue eye and one green eye. So the green eye turned brown, and the cat started become a little "wild". She was a sweet kitten but soon turned skittish. After looking closely at her eyes, the blue eye's pupil is not as defined as the other eye. We KNOW the cat is blind in the blue eye. We are looking to adopt her out to a home that is either looking for a cat that requires no attention, just food and occasional love *on her terms*. Sometimes when laying down she will approach you and give you love, but if you expect her to hang out with you, you're wrong. We are trying to find this cat a home, otherwise she will go to the pound and be euthanized. Please help this cat.





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Sunday, February 08, 2009

Rosie's Rescue/meds for rescued dog with diabetes and cushings syndrome

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Rosie is an 11 year old shepherd, collie, golden retriever mix.
Several months ago she was diagnosed with diabetes and I have been
giving her insulin shots, RD Science diet to help her lose weight (she
has lost 20 lbs.)and periodic blood work.

Today I took her to our vet because she had diarrhea and he gave
her diphox to stop diarrhea, metronidazole, and thyrosyn because she is
hypo thyroid. He says that dogs, etc. with diabetes often get sick.

In two days she will spend 8 hours at the vet's getting testing
for Cushings Syndrome, although he is 90% sure she has it. Then, if it
is confirmed, she will begin Lysodren 500 mg, 3-6 a day for 7-10 days
and 3-6 pills every 2-3 days lifelong. According to our local Sam's
club a bottle of 30 pills is $139. And she would continue on thyrosyn,
etodolac for pain, insulin and frequent blood work.

Dr. Cramer said treating Cushings at the same time as treating
diabetes is a little tricky due to the need for monitoring blood sugar
level variables.

Rosie has had a rough life with many physical and emotional
challenges. When we rescued her she had been hit by a car. A year later
she got out of our mini ranch yard with her dog friends and got hit on
Hwy 15. Her friend Tazia was killed. Rosie was picked up by animal
control and they kept her there with a broken leg and no medications
for three days while she waited. They said no dogs with her descritpion
had been picked up. Three or four years later she got tumor in the same
foot and had two toes removed. Last summer she was diagnosed with
diabetes. She misses living on our mini ranch and the ranch my
ex-husband moved to after our divorce. She could ot stay there because
he got a dog that tried to kill other female dogs.
I keep seeing her in my mind's eye running and playing like she
did 8 years ago. I want to give her every opportunity for that to
happen.

Her mate, Gravy, died last March. I have another dog, Winnie,
about 10 years old, two cats, a pond full of ducks------and a teenage
daughter.
We have been fighting our lender (with the help of a consumer
advocate and a law firm) to stay in the house. But like so many people,
we are trying hard to stay afloat.

I have informally started a Rosie's Rescue in Murrieta, CA. I feel
passionately about eliminating pet overpopulation, placing homeless
dogs and cats, etc., preventing cruelty and saving dogs from euthansia
because their owners can't afford the bills. I have witnessed this too
many times. At this point, however, I am not a non-profit and have no
funds of my own.

I have started selling my mandala art in the form of greeting
cards, postcards and coloring card kits (great for kids of all ages) to
see if I can raise anything that way.

It is clear that she needs to get started with her Cushings
medicine now. Our vet says the cushings medication will help with
diabetes and certain other organ failure.

If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-02-04.0618188152














Wednesday, February 04, 2009

Please Vote for Sidney's Photo to be on a Soda Bottle

This photo could be used in the upcoming Jones Soda labels.
Vote on the photo

Amy one of Sidney's moms drinks Jones Cream soda and she just happened to see on the box where we could submit a photo to be voted on to be on a label.  I think a kitty who was loved around the USA when he was shot and needed emergency amputation would be a great kitty to have on a label where those who helped him, could collect a bottle with his picture on it.

Do you have a spare moment?  Can you visit this website and vote for Sid's picture?  If so...come on then!  Oh and...hey, can you pass this along to help Sid get some votes?


http://www.jonessoda.com/gallery/view.php?ID=1027604&offset=8



Thursday, January 29, 2009

Stewie needs your help for hip and knee surgery

http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-28.5913205667/image_maxi

Our
goal is to raise $800 in 2 weeks so Stewie to get his hip and knee
surgery. In return I will continue to donate on this site whenever
possible and spread the word to friends and family!



Stewie is a 5 year old pug that we rescued two years ago. when we
got him he had open sores all over his body and festering ear
infections in both years. He suffered from severe allergies, ruptured
ear drums from infections left untreated and anxiety. After rescuing
him we poured everything we had to get him better and for the last year
and half he has enjoyed hiking, weekly trips to the dog park (when its
not raining, good ol' washington weather!) and walks around the lake.


However, a couple of months ago we noticed that he was limping
slightly and we took him to the vet. After a check-up and x-rays, the
vet determined that the ball joint in his hip no longer fit into the
socket properly, along with that he had a luxated patella. Being a
fairly young dog, theres no doubt that this was related to
irresponsible breeding, neglect and lack of veterinary care. Since then
we have put him on glucosamine and when it gets really bad he takes
tramadol. Initially there was some improvement, but almost suddenly
within the last month he has a constant limp and can hardly make it
outside to use the bathroom.



We have contacted multiple animal rescues but most of the ones we
contact are out of funding, we did recieve $100 dollars from concern
for animals, but the surgery is estimated at around $1300, so we still
have a long way to go.


my husband and I both work and have always been self sufficient,
it's just very overwhelming right now because we recently rescued a
kitten who required enucletion (eye removal) and a laproscopic surgery,
AND our other dog had to go in right after.
So it's been 3 huge vet bills one right after another, and with
the economy the way it is it's impossible to get assistance anywhere
and I feel like we can barely keep our heads above water.



So now, Stewie finds himself at the mercy of kind people everywhere
who will pitch in so that he can once again do the things that he
loves. It's heartbreaking to see him try to do the things he used to
and he can't, if he is able to get this surgery he should be able to
function like he did before, please help stewie so he can enjoy this
second chance at life!

If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-28.5913205667

Rescued Poodle Needs Multiple Surgeries

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Darling
Muffy came in as a stray to a high kill shelter in Jefferson County.
She was badly matted and infested with fleas but everyone fell in love
with her sweet personality. Potential adopters passed her by as she had
a large tumor on her belly. Another rescue was to take her but they
failed to show up on her "due out" date. This happened to be Christmas
Eve and the shelter was closing early. We could not stand the thought
of this beautiful girl being left at the shelter until the following
Monday and risking euthanasia so a volunteer transporter, Terri
Metzger, made the trip out to get her just before the shelter closed.
Muffy went into one of our foster homes and was taken to the vet as
soon as possible for vaccinations, spay and removal of the tumor. We
prayed the tumor would be benign but the pathology came back with
cancerous cells present. Because this was a mammary tumor the best
course of action to prevent a recurrence is to remove the remaining
mammary glands, basically performing a radical masectomy. During the
prior surgery it was also discovered Muffy had 2 broken molars. The
nerves are exposed, which can be quite painful, and she will need a
root canal on both.

Since they are located far back in the mouth pulling them would be
difficult and the cost would be close to what a root canal would run so
we have opted to try and save the teeth. Muffy is a young dog and we
feel she deserves every chance for a full and happy life. She loves to
cuddle and dances around on her hind legs for a treat or whenever she
wants attention. We've already spent $300.00 for her first surgery and
other medical needs and have gotten an estimate of $1,189.00 for the
radical mastectomy and root canals. I have set the fundable goal low as
we won't recieve anything if the goal is not reached but we are allowed
to go over it and hope we do! The pledges start at just $10.00 but you
can pledge as much as you want and as often as you like. Please find it
in your hearts to help Muffy!

If you'd like more information feel free to contact Lisa Knapp at
Angel Acres Animal Rescue; limarc@sbcglobal.net We are happy to accept
personal checks as well as have a PayPal account if you are
uncomfortable using Fundable. We have used Funable before with good
success, although they do take a fee from the money raised.


If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-28.1108402832


Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Please help me help my puppy

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I
adopted my 11 month old labbe puppy ( Labrador / Beagle ) mix from a
rescue when he was 3 months old. He is the greatest dog in the world. I
can't believe that he was almost put down. (BTW this particular shelter
GASSES dogs!!!!) He had severe food intolerances and ear infections.
After a lot of time, patience, and vet visits, he is as good as gold.
Almost. Unfortunately, he developed a luxating patella. Basically, his
kneecap is dislocated and hangs outside of his knee socket. It is
extremely painful for him. He mostly hops on three legs. His bent leg
is shown in the picture. It stays in that position. If let go, the
problem will go worse and he will likely become lame at some point. I
have found a surgeon who can do the surgery but it costs at least $1800
for the surgery, not including x-rays, follow up, etc. I have some
money left in my account, but like most of us in this economy, I am
struggling. My parents and a few friends have offered to help but I am
still $600 short. I am desperate for him to have this surgery so that
he won't use the use of his leg. Please help us. Any help is so
appreciated.

If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-27.1789789151

I WISH for help to pay for my little dogs surgery.

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Hi my name is Sabrina and my chihuahua Kai needs surgery on her back
legs. A few mths. back I was injured at work and had to have three
reconstuctive surgeries. While recovering from my work injuries I was
laid off. Now with no job I can't pay for the vet bill. I have put off
getting the surgery for my dog for as long as I could. One of her legs
may be too far gone but the Dr. wants to do surgery on the other so
that she'll have at least one strong good leg. I found a Dr. who will
do the surgery for 1,500. That is much better than the 2,500 to 4,000
that others quoted me.
I hate being in the position of asking for
help but I can't stand to see her in pain. I would be forever greatful
for any help that you can give. Kai is my little buddy and she has been
by my side though all of my surgeries and I feel horrible for having to
put hers off for so long so anything would be helpful.
I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this.

Sincerely,

SaBrina and Kai

If you can help please visit: http://www.wishuponahero.com/wishes/?id=69713


Helping Levi with damaged his meniscus or a ligament

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Levi
is the oldest of my two beagles. I have had him since he was 9 weeks
old and is going to be 4 this April. Levi has been in perfect health up
to this point. He is a very loving, affectionate, stubborn little guy
and is always happy. Recently he started to limp and eventually not
walk at all on his back left knee. After a 300.00 doctor visit and
xrays the vet tells me that Levi has most likely damaged his meniscus
or a ligament. Levi is slowly getting worse and keeping him still and
inside is a harder task than it sounds. Anyone who has owned a hunting
dog can relate. He no longer steps on the leg and cannot get up on even
small things like the step from one room to the other. He is
uncomfortable sitting and laying and he has to lay down to eat. This is
tough for him seeing as he is normally hyper and active and always in
the yard with his younger brother. While there are a few options that I
was given by various vets and specialist to fix Levi's leg, the
cheapest, most effective one will cost me anywhere from $1800 - 3600.
Not to mention follow up visits and post-op meds/care. I can normally
take care of all my animal expenses but this is a a huge one that I
cannot do in a timely manner. I have tried all the animal aid places
out there and because it is not life threatening they cannot help me. I
was denied Credit Care, and cannot find a single vet in the NorthWest
that will allow me to make payments. I never imagined I would have to
ask for help to make my beloved friend at least comfortable again. Any
and all donations are greatly and deeply appreciated. Many thanks.


If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-23.5618406536




Rescued Pets in Crisis - Clyde's Fund

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Please
continue to pledge and enter to win a custom pet portrait. The money
raised will go to the Emergency Center for abused animals that come
into the facility similar to Clyde's story.



Clyde is a 10 week old puppy. In the early hours of Jan 15th he was
brought in to the Bend Oregon Emergency Vets in CRITICAL condition with
head and internal injuries. The cause.... A horrific beating from a man
after Clyde had an accident on the floor. Clyde was beaten almost to
death in front of a child to even make matters worse..
The Bend Oregon Police department and the dedicated staff at the
Emergency clinic as well as Mt Bachelor Veterinary clinic worked on
Clyde, hovering over his every moment in hopes to save his life.
Clyde is lucky. He is recovering well and will be placed in a new
home soon. Applications for his adoption can be found at 1245 SE 3rd St
Suite C3 Bend, OR at the Emergency clinic.
Clyde is an example of the cruelty that exists in our society. He is not the only one.



I have set up this fundable to directly help cover Clyde's medical
expenses. With the remainder starting an ongoing fund for the Vet
Emergency clinic to help other pets that come in with similar stories.
Giving them the care and love and hope to find a home they deserve.



Clydes Story:

http://www.ktvz.com/global/story.asp?s=9679491



For every $10.00 donation your email will be entered into a raffle
to win a custom pet portrait. The painting is valued at $425.00 and
will be an original oil painting of your cherished pet. Knowing as well
that 100% of your donation will go to help other pets less fortunate
that need help to find a loving home. You can view examples of my work
at:

http://web.mac.com/deborahsprague/DocWyatt/PetPortraits.html


If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-17.6987311443

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Please help save the lives of six feral cats

My name is Judy Barre' and I am a feral cat caregiver. One of my neighbors
began trapping my cats about two months ago and bringing them to the
local shelter. I was able to identify them but not bring them back
home. I was required to board them in a private kennel. In the last
couple of months I have incurred more than $4,000 in credit card debt
on boarding, redemption fees and veterinary care. Four of the six cats
have been returned to the local shelter because I could no longer pay
for private boarding. The other two are still at Southern Animal
Foundation on Magazine Street because they had become ill and required
medical treatment. I feared that if they had been returned to the
shelter, they would have been euthanized. I love these cats and all the
neighborhood ferals so much that I remained in New Orleans during
Hurricanes Katrina and Gustav to take care of them. I am willing to
make whatever sacrifices are necessary to make sure that these cats are
not euthanized. I do not expect to raise enough donations to pay the
entire credit card debt, but any donations will help. Thank you for
your kindness and generosity. Thank you helping me to save the lives of
these feral cats.

If you can help please visit: http://www.fundable.com/groupactions/groupaction.2009-01-23.9699194647

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