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Skipper

Skipper was found dragging his back legs.

Kewaskum, WI • Stray Dog Support

A few weeks ago, Stray Dog Support welcomed this precious little puppy named Skipper into their program after they were contacted by a lady who rescues cats in Cairo, Egypt. She had spotted Skipper dragging himself along the streets, clearly unable to use his back legs. They don’t know exactly what happened to him. Fortunately, they were able to get Skipper to safety and straight to the vet. X-rays revealed permanent damage to his spine. They’re hopeful that with physical therapy, nutritious food, supplements, and lots of love, they might see improvement. Miracles do happen, and Skipper deserves every chance. When he arrived, he was also covered in fleas and was so severely anemic that they truly believe they got to him just in time. Had he remained on the streets much longer, he may not have survived. Today, Skipper is safe in boarding care while he gains strength and begins his rehabilitation. Despite everything he’s endured, he is the sweetest, cutest little boy, and they are determined to help him thrive. As puppy season begins, Stray Dog Support is already being inundated with more and more little ones needing urgent help—and they know this is only the beginning. Every rescue like Skipper’s is only possible because of your support. If you’d like to be part of Skipper’s journey and help cover his veterinary care, boarding, food, supplements, and rehabilitation so he has a chance at finding his forever home, please consider making a donation. Every dollar makes a difference, and together we can give this brave little boy the future he deserves. Thank you.

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Rojo

A shocking discovery revealed Rojo's pain.

Kewaskum, WI • Stray Dog Support

A few weeks ago, during Stray Dog Support's vaccine clinic in Mexico, they met a dog they would never forget, and his name is Rojo. As he approached them they could tell something was terribly wrong. Rojo wasn’t walking normally—he was moving only on his front legs, holding both back legs in the air. It was obvious he was in severe pain. At first, they assumed he had been hit by a car. They rushed him to a veterinarian, hoping something could be done. It turns out that X-rays revealed Rojo had undergone surgery sometime in the past. Metal hardware and pins had been implanted in his back legs, but the implants had failed catastrophically, causing severe infection, deformity, and unimaginable pain. Who performed this surgery? Why was it done? Was it an attempt to help him that went terribly wrong? They may never know. What they do know is that Rojo had been surviving on the streets while carrying failed implants inside his body. After consultation with an orthopedic surgeon, the heartbreaking decision was made that one of Rojo’s legs could not be saved. And Rojo underwent amputation surgery. The surgery was successful, and he is now recovering in the hospital. In the coming weeks, he will undergo another major surgery to repair his remaining back leg. Their hope is that it can be saved and become functional again. Walking only on his front legs is not sustainable and places tremendous strain on his body. His amputation, hospitalization, medications, and upcoming orthopedic repair are expected to cost approximately $3,000 USD. Stray Dog Support is currently overwhelmed with veterinary debt, but there was no way they could leave this sweet boy to suffer on the streets. He deserved a chance. Once recovered, Rojo will move into foster care while we search for the loving forever home he has always deserved. If you can donate any amount, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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