Pacific Northwest Cattle Dog Rescue

Rickie

Rickie is a two-year-old Australian Cattle Dog in Mount Vernon, WA, who needs $2,000 for an MRI.

Mount Vernon, WA • Pacific Northwest Cattle Dog Rescue

From the moment Pacific Northwest Cattle Dog Rescue saved Rickie, she has limped and had trouble walking. The reason why remains a mystery, and now the rescue needs your help to find out answers. "She's a spunky quintessential cattle dog. She's obsessed with fetch, which is difficult with her mobility issues," Marie A., with the nonprofit group, tells Waggle. "She wants to run. We want to get her close to having that life she deserves." The sweet dog and her pup were originally dumped in Texas during the devastating winter storm that hit the state earlier this year. "You never know what you're getting into when you rescue a dog, but we didn't think twice when we learned they were in need," Marie says. Rickie is now living in a foster home in Washington. She needs an MRI at the Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle to help her medical team diagnosis what's going on. "She doesn't appear to be in pain, but her mobility issues slow her down," Marie adds. "We need the scan to get the information and figure out does she need surgery or supportive therapy." The outlook for Rickie is very positive, and once her medical issue is figured out, she will be up for adoption. "She’s settled in beautifully with her foster family and their two resident dogs," Marie says. "She loves hanging out in the backyard and going on leash walks with the rest of the family. Rickie has already been on a couple of boat rides in Puget Sound. She loved it!" Please help Rickie get the scan she needs. "She's got a strong spirit," Marie adds. "She's a brave dog, that's for sure."