RI Pet Connection Foundation

Kailani

Kailani is a 1-year-old Mixed in Warwick, RI, who needs $2,000 for spinal surgery.

Warwick, RI • RI Pet Connection Foundation

World, meet Kailani, a 9 Month old Thai Ridgeback Mix. This sweet girl came into our care a few months back- she was small, and on her very first night with us she started crying out in severe pain. We rushed her to Ocean State where they performed multiple tests. It was diagnosed that she is currently suffering from Spina Bifida (spinal cord defect) AND a condition called Dermoid Sinus. Dermoid sinus is a genetic skin condition in dogs, also known as pilonidal sinus. However, unlike pilonidal sinus in humans, the dermoid sinus in dogs is a neural tube defect. Dermoid sinus is rare in dogs and cats. It causes extreme pain, loss of mobility and general discomfort. She is unable to lift herself and move. Kailani is in a tremendous amount of pain. We are doing our best to keep her comfortable. She is in foster care where we can manage her pain while we save up the funds required to perform a surgery she needs to survive. Kailani is a fighter, and a love!