Peaches
Peaches: Her Surgery Was Only the Beginning
Westwood, NJ • Peace4Paws, Inc.
Peaches is a happy, loving hound mix with a goofy personality, a love for belly rubs, and plenty of hugs and kisses to give. But behind that happy face is a medical journey that began before she ever had the chance to experience life as a typical house dog. Peaches was born with congenital urinary tract issues. Her ureters were too short and did not properly connect to her bladder, and she was also born without a urethral sphincter, leaving her without normal control of her urine. After completing her heartworm treatment, Peaches underwent surgery to correct her urinary tract issues. Her surgery was an important step, but it wasn't the end of her journey. Although Peaches is now healthy, she does not urinate like a typical dog. Her urine comes out in drips rather than a normal stream, and it can take her a long time to fully empty her bladder. She may still need doggie diapers, making a fenced yard especially important so she has the time and space to take care of herself comfortably. These ongoing needs can make finding the right foster or adoptive home more challenging. For now, Peace4Paws continues to care for Peaches while searching for the right patient and understanding home for her. Peaches' journey began in Kentucky, where she was abandoned and left to live outdoors. Many of the things we might take for granted with a house dog are completely new to her. She's learning what it means to live indoors, be cared for, and feel safe—and she is taking it all in with the happy, loving spirit that makes her so special. Along the way, Peaches has overcome heartworm and Lyme disease and undergone surgery to correct her congenital urinary tract issues. Through it all, she has remained loving, brave, and eager to bond with the people around her. Her ongoing care comes with recurring expenses, including: $350 annually for doggie diapers $350 annually for vaccines and veterinary visits $200 annually for a wellness exam with blood and urine testing $2,100 for three months of room and board to keep Peaches safe These may seem like ordinary expenses, but for Peaches, they are an essential part of the lifelong care she needs because of her condition. Your donation will help Peace4Paws provide Peaches with the diapers, veterinary care, wellness testing, room and board, and other ongoing support she needs. It will also help ensure that her medical needs don't stand in the way of giving her the safe, comfortable life she deserves. Peaches may have needed more medical care than most dogs, but she hasn't let that change who she is. She's still a total goofball who loves belly rubs, hugs, and kisses—and she's waiting for the day when she can finally have a home of her own. Her surgery was only the beginning. With your help, we can make sure Peaches has everything she needs for the journey ahead. ❤️
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