Prinz is a 5 year old Dachshund in College Park, MD, who needs $2,000 for Back Surgery.

Little Paws Dachshund Rescue

Five-year-old Prinz's owners took him to the vet to be euthanized after being diagnosed with Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). They didn't want to spend the money on surgery, nor care for a paralyzed dog, so euthanasia it was. Thankfully, the vet knew Prinz was not a lost cause and that IVDD is not a death sentence. The vet convinced the owners to surrender Prinz to Little Paws Dachshund Rescue.

Little Paws got Prinz scheduled for surgery, but the neurologist became very concerned as she was about to operate. Not only had Prinz lost function of his hind, his loss of sensation was creeping up his spine to his ribcage. She told them the worst possibility: Prinz's spinal cord may be dead from his accident, but with no medical intervention, he would soon lose all bodily functions and die.

They then needed to conduct an MRI, which showed a bad lower disc rupture AND an old upper disc rupture. It also showed that Prinz's spinal cord is very much alive! Little Paws wanted to try giving this sweet little one a chance at walking again and alleviating some of his deep pain, so they moved forward with the surgery.

Prinz is now in his foster home recovering with lots of love. They are waiting for signs of him walking again. Little Paws will continue to monitor his recovery and spoil him with love. Please consider donating to support Prinz's medical journey!