This blog post coincides with the fundraiser for wheelchairs, other equipment and supplies for three wonderful dogs in need. I run a small rescue DENVER DOG RESCUE that specializes in special needs dogs (aggression, socialization, behavioral, medical, elderly and handicapped). As most of you know, rescuers are all volunteers that use a lot of their own money to take care of animals that otherwise would suffer and/or perish. We do it for the love of the animals and appreciate any donations to help our dogs and many others. So thank you!
DOG 1:
Red is a Boston Terrier that was rescued by a member of the BTRTOC. She and her husband have 8 dogs in total, all rescued. One is blind. One is young but spinal issues requiring a diaper for life. Red is older, has arthritis and his back legs do not work so good. He has needed a wheelchair for many months and we have already raised the funds for his wheelchair and ordered it. His proud mom has "leaky eyes" from so many kind donations. She takes in many dogs that no one else wants and loves them unconditionally. Our rescue wanted to help her and Red as wheelchair experts -so Thank YOU!
DOG 2:
DOG 1:
Red is a Boston Terrier that was rescued by a member of the BTRTOC. She and her husband have 8 dogs in total, all rescued. One is blind. One is young but spinal issues requiring a diaper for life. Red is older, has arthritis and his back legs do not work so good. He has needed a wheelchair for many months and we have already raised the funds for his wheelchair and ordered it. His proud mom has "leaky eyes" from so many kind donations. She takes in many dogs that no one else wants and loves them unconditionally. Our rescue wanted to help her and Red as wheelchair experts -so Thank YOU!
DOG 2:
Buddy is a member of the Denver Dog Rescue pack. He came in as a last ditch foster effort (he had four homes in less than two years). Bostons particularly do not do well moved around from home to home so Buddy had some issues with constant marking in the house which makes him feel more settled/comfortable. He also was blind due to juvenile cataracts, along with diagnosed ADD and bad manners like jumping on people. The intake rescue and myself afforded him the corrective lens surgery and it was a success. Buddy is a hot mess of adventure. He has survived falling into the lake (blind at time) nearly drowning, major eye surgery, copperhead bite, Myelomalacia, and wheelchair being hit by my own golf cart (both learning the "new" Buddy) while exercising. Buddy goes on daily runs (grass/dirt/gravel trails) as well as he hikes, swims, etc. I made it my mission to keep him to his normal life as much as possible. Because he off-roads a lot, he beats his wheelchairs to death. Buddy is 10 and has been thru 4 wheelchairs, all different brands. They all have been soldered, taped, sealed, refurbed, new tires, etc. It is time for a new one for all his many adventures. Backstory, Buddy became handicapped at age six due to disc blown out (peeing of all things). He doesn't feel anything below the waist and is the happiest dog around. Here is more on his story:
https://www.wbtv.com/story/32280418/paralyzed-boston-terrier-overcoming-all-obstacles-even-swimming/
DOG 3:
This is Noah. He is a two year old purebred French Bulldog and needs a forever home. I am helping foster for his intake rescue Peanuts Place Small Breed Rescue in Matthews, NC. You can find them on Facebook and https://www.peanutsplacerescue.org/. Please contact them directly to submit an application or inquire on Noah. I will assist in helping new owner with training, equipment, and special needs. Noah also ruptured a disc at his breeder's outdoor kennels and has Myelomalacia. He was taken to vet and surrendered to the rescue due to his lifelong condition. The rescue (not the breeder has spent thousands to save Noah and could use more dog loving community support). Noah is a super sweet dog. Loving. No aggression. He is still learning his new reality and needs continuous love, support, physical therapy (will show you how), wheelchair training, diaper changes, and general dog training. He is still learning his name and how to play. I agreed to help him with all the equipment needed, training, fostering and vetting as his intake rescue is overwhelmed with dogs at this time of year and I have rehabbed "down dogs" before. He can go anywhere in the US but new potential owners must come to rescue to be interviewed and meet him before he can go home with you. Denver Dog Rescue has now raised enough for him to get his very own wheelchair (using a loaner from Buddy that doesn't fit great) so again THANK YOU!
Please consider donating to Peanuts Place (see link above) or Denver Dog Rescue. Both are registered 501 (c) (3) organizations and can provide you with a receipt.
Denver Dog Rescue
8180 Hope Drive
Denver, NC 28037
Or Fundraiser at https://www.facebook.com/donate/778811999254961/
