Otis is a 12-year-old in Geneva, OH, who needs $170 for Cytology, Culture and Treatment of Massive, Resistant Ear Infection.

According to animal control, Otis had been wandering around the neighborhood all of his life. When he fell down a hill and collapsed, a kind soul called for help. Never having had a loving home or proper medical care, Otis somehow managed to survive into his senior years...barely. Animal control didn't want Otis to die in a shelter and contacted our Sanctuary for help.

Otis is the sweetest little 11 pound bundle of love we've ever had the honor of caring for. Otis loves to eat, is happy, and wags his tail all the time. He can't move very fast, but he does waddle around, exploring his small turf. If ever a little dog deserved love, and care, and good food and medications to make him comfortable in his golden years, Otis does.

Because Otis' front legs are deformed and much shorter than his hind legs, it's impossible for him to stand straight and his body is permanently tilted toward the left. He loves to be held and carried and he sinks into our arms and looks up at us with the most adoring eyes. He spends much of his time sleeping on his side, as it helps him breathe and he looks like a little rolly polly doll.

His body is worn and broken and his heart is very large. Otis never received dental care or an adequate diet, was anemic from a heavy flea infestation, and has old wounds that never healed properly. It's a miracle that Otis is alive. He has a resistant ear infection that was cultured and a special compounded medication developed. Dr. Tom Zulandt, of Madison Vet Hospital is caring for him.

While we can't fix Otis' heart, we can clear up his massive ear infection. The Sanctuary is a registered non-profit and provides lifetime care for old and very sick animals and relies on donations to pay for medical bills. Otis never had care, it's time to care for Otis.