Almost There Rescue

Alamo

Help Alamo Heal After Life-Saving Surgery

Phoenix, AZ • Almost There Rescue

Sweet Alamo and his siblings came into Almost There Rescue’s care after a reservation-owned dog had puppies. Thanks to Adopt A Dog Rescue, which convinced the former family to let the puppies come to us while their adult dogs are being altered to help prevent future litters. Soon after arriving, it became clear that Alamo needed more than routine puppy care. He was diagnosed with Persistent Right Aortic Arch (PRAA), a congenital vascular abnormality that was compressing his esophagus and preventing food from passing normally into his stomach. Alamo struggled with severe regurgitation, dehydration, poor nutrition, and the dangerous risk of aspiration. Thankfully, there was hope! Alamo underwent specialized surgery on July 30 to correct the vascular ring, and his surgical team is encouraged by his prognosis. But his journey isn't over yet. Alamo still needs careful supportive care as his body heals. He is receiving medication to reduce stomach acid and esophageal irritation, daily anti-nausea medication, fluids as needed to keep him hydrated, gradual dietary management, and close monitoring for aspiration and nutritional concerns. He'll also need follow-up evaluations to make sure his recovery stays on track. We're asking for your help to give Alamo the chance his doctors believe he has. Specialized surgery and ongoing veterinary care come at a high cost, and every donation helps Almost There Rescue continue saying yes to puppies like him. Please consider donating toward Alamo's medical care and sharing his story. Together, we can help this little guy put surgery behind him and get back to the most important job of all: growing up.