Max came to our family in 2012. He came from an abusive family at 1 year old. In 2013 he was diagnosed with Immunologic Hemolytic Anemia. He was treated for the next five years until the medication damaged his liver. He was taken off the medication to allow his liver to heal. He is 14 years old now and enjoys relaxing on the couch.
Jasmine came to our home in 2014. Jasmine has since developed two large lipomas on her abdomen. She was diagnosed with diabetes in 2023 and is currently on insulin to regulate her glucose levels. Jasmine is considered our pack leader. She enjoys sitting in her daddy's recliner and playing with her toys. She is currently 9 years old.
Molly came to us in January of 2015. She was an unwanted puppy that was set to be dropped on the side of the road. We took her in and gave her a family. In April of 2022 she tore her cruciate ligament and had to undergo TPLO surgery to repair it. She went into kidney failure August of 2023 and crossed the rainbow bridge.
Paco came to us in 2017. He had been abandoned by his owner and was left to wander the streets of Dover, TN. He had a severely malformed front leg. In 2019 he suffered from immense pain due to disk disease in his back. He started to have seizures in 2021. Paco is now around 16 years old. He enjoys relaxing on the couch with his momma.
Daisy came to us in 2019. She was abandoned by her owner on the streets of Dover, TN. She had extremely bad skin conditions and most of her hair was missing. In 2021 she suffered an eye injury and had to have her right eye removed. She was diagnosed with a Grade 5 heart murmur and crossed the rainbow bridge in January 2022.
Chewy came to us in December 2019. He was rescued from a puppy mill situation and rushed into the vet for a severe case of ringworm, coccidia, and leg malformation due to a nutritional deficiency. He had a very poor prognosis upon arrival. We brought him home and treated his skin condition and coccidia with veterinary assistance. We did physical therapy and started him on a proper diet to correct his malformed back legs. He was soon able to use his back legs properly. Chewy quickly became a daddy's boy. In April of 2023 he was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis and has since been put on a special diet to help prevent attacks. Chewy is now 4 years old and enjoys sitting in the recliner with his daddy and playing with his toys.
Winston came to our home in December 0f 2022. When he came to us we discussed with the veterinarian the possibility of removing a portion of his little nubby tail should the need arise. His nubb curves into towards his rump and will have to be surgically removed now. He is currently 1 year old and loves his toys.
Walter came to us as a runt in July 2023. He is half the weight he should be and has severe stomach problems and jaw malformation due to a severe underbite. We have to watch him carefully and sometimes aid him in clearing his nose because he regurgitates his food. Walter loves playing with his toys. He recently turned one year old.
Expanding the Play Yard
Our current play yard is suitable for younger and able-bodied dogs. However, it presents accessibility challenges for senior and disabled dogs due to the eight steep steps leading to it. We understand the importance of inclusivity and are committed to creating a space where all dogs can enjoy playtime. Our goal is to ensure that every furry friend has the opportunity to participate in activities and socialize safely.
Expand the Fencing
Our plans are to expand the fencing to include our proposed new dog building and expand up to the front door where there is only one step. The fencing company will exchange the one step and put a ramp in its place. This will allow the senior and disabled dogs access to a safe space outdoors. This area will have two gates so that we are able to access the driveway for vet trips, get the mower in, and separate age and disability in the event that the dogs cannot safely play together.
Bring Ease To Getting Into the Play Yard
Currently there are 8 steep steps that the dogs have to traverse. Some dogs that we take in have trouble with stairs due to either age or disability. Also, the puppies that we take in and care for need to start on an even landing to the yard and not have to worry about being terrified of getting to the play yard to learn better potty behaviors.
Estimate Total for the Project
Last year a storm knocked down part of a tree in our play yard and took down some of our fencing. Be Be Works donated their time and materials to come and fix our fence. In this time of need we have called upon them again because of their excellent work and ethics. We have gotten an estimate from them totaling $6,030. This includes all fencing material, two gates, and a ramp. We have written for a grant from PetFinder to cover some of the costs for the new expansion. Click the picture below to see an expanded view of the estimate.
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