Sweet Betty needs your help!

Betty was found sitting quietly at a stop sign when Castaway Critters was called to rescue her.

She is only about a year old, but her body tells a much harder story. When she was found, Betty was severely emaciated, her small frame worn down from what appears to have been life as a breeder mom. She had painful bite wounds, a severe infection, and her teeth had been filed down. Her skin was inflamed with hot spots, and in her distress, she had chewed her own paw pads so badly that she could barely walk.

And yet, Betty greets people with the sweetest spirit.

Despite everything she has endured, she wiggles with excitement when someone comes near. Her little body tries so hard to show happiness, and her tiny underbite gives her the most endearing smile. She leans into gentle hands and looks up with trusting eyes, as if she still believes that kindness is coming.

Betty is now safe, but her road to recovery will be long. She needs intensive veterinary care to treat her infections, heal her skin, manage her pain, and help her regain strength so she can walk comfortably again. For a dog so young who has already suffered so much, this care is essential to give her the life she deserves.

We are asking for help to give Betty that chance. Veterinary treatment, medications, and supportive care add up quickly, and Castaway Critters cannot do it alone. If Betty’s story touches your heart, please consider making a donation to support her recovery. Every contribution will go directly toward helping her heal and giving her the opportunity to experience the love and safety she has never known.

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\\\_If funds raised exceed the goal for this campaign, Waggle will use the surplus to help other animals in catastrophic situations and support our mission to end economic euthanasia.\\\_

4/14/26 Update

Betty is on the mend and receiving the treatment she needs at the moment, along with lots of love from the wonderful care at Castaway Critters.

5/19/26 Update

We are incredibly grateful to all of the support Betty received. We are happy to report she is doing excellent. All of her wounds have healed, and she is up to a healthy weight. She was able to attend a baseball game where she got to assist in throwing the first pitch. She has moved to her foster-to-adopt home. Thank you!