Fiona
Help Save Fiona After Devastating Seizures
Millis, MA • The LuvPug Foundation
Fiona has already overcome more than any dog ever should. She was found homeless in a desolate area of St. Lucia, suffering from seizures with no access to the medical care she desperately needed. While trying to survive on the streets, children threw rocks at her, leaving a painful gash on her head. A kind woman took Fiona in to keep her safe, but during one of her seizures, the other dogs in the home attacked her. Knowing she could no longer protect Fiona, and that releasing her back onto the streets would almost certainly mean a slow, painful death, she reached out for help. That help came from The LuvPug Foundation, who gave Fiona the chance to travel to the United States for lifesaving care. Just two days after arriving, Fiona suffered devastating cluster seizures lasting more than two and a half hours. She was rushed to an emergency veterinary hospital, where she continued having seizures before being transferred to a neurologist. The swelling caused Fiona to lose her vision, but doctors are hopeful that with the right medications, her seizures can be controlled and her sight may return. Fiona has since been diagnosed with toxoplasmosis, an infection commonly contracted from raw meat or exposure to cat feces. For a puppy simply trying to survive on the streets, this diagnosis is sadly not surprising. Hungry puppies have been known to eat almost anything, even rocks, just to quiet the pain of an empty stomach. She is now receiving medication, is being closely monitored, and finally has a real chance to recover. She isn't out of the woods yet, but for the first time in her young life, Fiona has hope. Despite everything she has endured, she hasn't lost her sweet spirit. The veterinary staff caring for her have fallen in love with her, describing her as happy, affectionate, and always excited for food and treats. The emergency care, hospitalization, neurological consultations, medications, and ongoing treatment have created enormous medical bills that The LuvPug Foundation wasn't prepared for so soon after Fiona's arrival. Now they need our help. Every donation, no matter the amount, will help cover Fiona's medical care and give this brave little girl the chance to live the happy, healthy life she deserves. If you're unable to donate, please consider sharing her story. Together, we can give Fiona the future she's fought so hard for. 7/12/26 Update We wanted to share a hopeful update on this sweet girl. Last week, she had her first non-emergency vet appointment, an important milestone after everything she's been through. She also had a stretch of over 2 weeks without experiencing a seizure, which was an encouraging step forward in her recovery. During her visit, her vet discovered that she tested positive for a tick borne disease. While this is unfortunately not uncommon in rescue dogs, it's one more medical challenge that needs to be addressed. She's already being treated for toxoplasmosis, which can contribute to seizures and potentially worsen the seizure activity she already experiences. For now, her veterinary team is taking things one step at a time to make sure she receives the best possible care while carefully managing these complex medical issues. Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared her story, and kept her in your thoughts. Your support is helping ensure she gets the ongoing treatment and monitoring she needs as she continues her journey toward recovery
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