Pearla is a Maltese in WHITESTONE, NY, who needs $1,800 for Life-Saving Obstruction Treatment.

NYC Second Chance Rescue

A few days ago, we received a heartbreaking email from a fur-mom desperate to save their dog, Pearla.

Pearla, a young Maltese, suddenly started vomiting and was unable to keep any food down. She became weak, lethargic, and wasn't her playful self anymore. When her mom rushed her to the vet, she was given medication for an upset stomach. The medication seemed to help with nausea, but Pearla still wasn't behaving like herself. She wasn't eating, drinking, or playing, so something was clearly very wrong.

Her owner rushed her to the hospital, where X-rays were taken, revealing a foreign object in her abdomen. The vets recommended further tests and exploratory surgery. The estimated costs for Pearla's treatment kept rising to thousands, an amount her owner simply did not have. Living in NYC on a very tight budget, they needed help.

Determined to save Pearla's life, she contacted multiple animal welfare organizations. Unfortunately, her efforts were fruitless until she emailed us. Without hesitation, we agreed and referred Pearla to our vets, who promptly proceeded with the surgery after reviewing the x-rays. The doctors successfully removed the obstruction, which was a peach pit. Pearla is recovering well and will soon be reunited with her mom.

Please send all good thoughts to Pearla as she continues recovering, and please consider making a donation to her medical care if you can. $1 or $50, every single ounce of help counts!

Mission:
NYC Second Chance Rescue was founded in 2009 based on one fundamental principle that has guided us ever since: They Matter! As simple as it sounds, we believe every animal deserves to be treated with compassion and dignity, regardless of breed, age, or medical needs. We are dedicated to ending the unnecessary suffering of animals and working towards a better future by reducing animal overpopulation in shelters, rescuing and rehabilitating critically injured and neglected animals, and connecting the community to services that help pets stay in their homes.