Help Harper Battle Severe Arthritis

Harper has always been a fighter. When she was just a tiny baby turkey, a local farm store employee reached out to Barn Sanctuary for help, afraid she wouldn’t survive. Harper was given the chance she desperately needed, and with plenty of love and dedicated care, she grew into the happy, beloved turkey she is today.

Now, Harper needs help once again. After noticing that Harper developed a limp, a veterinary exam revealed severe arthritis in her left foot, particularly in her middle toe. Her caregivers began closely monitoring her condition, hoping they could keep her comfortable and prevent it from progressing.

Unfortunately, the swelling in Harper’s foot has increased significantly. She returned to the veterinarian for radiographs and additional diagnostic testing, and the results brought difficult news: the arthritis had become much worse.

Because Harper’s middle toe plays an important role in bearing her weight, amputation isn’t a viable treatment option. Her bones will continue to degenerate, which means there isn’t a surgical fix that can make this problem disappear.

Instead, Harper’s veterinary team is focusing on what matters most now: keeping her comfortable and giving her the best quality of life possible.

Her medication must be increased to help manage her pain as her arthritis progresses. For a sanctuary caring for rescued animals like Harper, the cost of ongoing veterinary care and medication can quickly add up.

Harper was once a tiny, sick turkey whose future was uncertain. She fought her way through those difficult early days and grew into a healthy, happy bird surrounded by people who love her. We want to make sure that as she faces this new challenge, she continues to receive that same level of care.

Your donation will help provide Harper with the veterinary care and medication she needs to stay comfortable. Every contribution, no matter the amount, helps give this special girl more comfortable days ahead.