Be Apart of Nicole’s Next Chapter

Nearly two years ago, Nicole and her sister Dakota came into rescue in heartbreaking condition.

The approximately 8-year-old Irish Wolfhound–Alaskan Malamute mixes had clearly been suffering for a long time. Their allergies were severe. They were missing patches of fur from constant itching. Painful lumps had formed along their backs from infected hair follicles. Even their teeth revealed both girls had been “corn cobbing” themselves in an attempt to soothe the relentless discomfort, resulting in significant dental damage. Nicole ultimately had to have several teeth removed.

But once they were safe, everything changed.

With antibiotics, dermatology care, and dedicated fosters who committed to weekly medicated baths, these girls began to heal. Their coats filled in. The infections resolved. Their personalities emerged. Nicole and Dakota finally knew comfort.

Tragically, near the end of January, Dakota passed away unexpectedly. Nicole lost her lifelong companion, her sister, her comfort.

And less than a week later, another blow: Nicole’s fosters discovered a lump near one of her nipples.

Diagnostics confirmed a mammary tumor.

The good news is that it appears to have been caught early. Nicole is scheduled for surgery to remove the mass, and her veterinarian is hopeful they will be able to achieve clean margins. We are all hoping for benign pathology results, but we won’t know more until surgery and biopsy are complete.

Funds raised through this campaign will go directly toward:

• Surgical removal of the mammary tumor
• Anesthesia and perioperative care
• Biopsy and pathology
• Post-operative medications and follow-up visits

Nicole deserved comfort after years of neglect.

If you are able to donate, share, or send good thoughts her way, it truly makes a difference. We are cautiously optimistic. And we are committed to giving Nicole every opportunity for a healthy future.

For Dakota’s memory.

For Nicole’s tomorrow.