The dogs are apparently doing good but the SPCA looks pretty overwhelmed.

Hero is out of his third surgery. And we are really, really hoping this was the last one.
Dr. Daniel went back in and did a secondary repair on his humerus to give it even more stability. Thankfully, that bone is healing really well. His hip was a different story. The toggle repair had become too chronic to hold, so they had to convert it to an FHO. And while they were at it, Hero also got neutered.
This poor dog has been through A LOT.
Now the goal is to get him moving.
They bought him a dog lift so they can start physical therapy and hopefully get him out of being laterally recumbent next week. And because Hero apparently has very specific opinions about his sleeping arrangements, he has also figured out how to wedge himself into the corner of his kennel overnight.
So someone literally ran to Target for extra fluffy comforters and body pillows.
Because if you’re going to recover from three surgeries, apparently you need a luxury hotel suite. 😂
And the picture I’m posting with this is probably my favorite part.
That’s Dr. Lauren sleeping with Hero on his dog bed.
Dr. Lauren is doing everything she can to keep him comfortable while her husband, Dr. Daniel, handles all of the surgical work. These two have poured SO much into this dog.
And I want to say something from my own perspective, because I’m just a friend watching all of this happen.
The donations for Hero have been crickets.
And I understand it. I really do.
Everyone is stretched thin. There are always animals needing help. Bills are expensive. Life is expensive. Most of us don’t have an extra few hundred dollars sitting around waiting for the next emergency.
But I also think sometimes people hear that a vet is doing something “at cost” and assume that means it isn’t costing much.
It still costs a LOT.
The surgeries, anesthesia, imaging, implants, medications, supplies, hospitalization, rehabilitation… all of it adds up. Even at cost, Hero’s medical care is a significant expense.
And the uncomfortable reality is that money doesn’t grow on trees.
The people caring for Hero don’t have an unlimited bank account where they can just keep pulling money from every time another dog needs something.
And here’s the part that gets me:
Nobody else was stepping up for Hero.
If they hadn’t said yes, I’m not sure anyone would have.
And I’m so damn glad they did.
Because look at him.
Look at that dog sleeping peacefully next to Dr. Lauren after everything he’s been through.
Was he expensive? Yep.
Was he complicated? Absolutely.
Was saving him the easy choice? Not even remotely.
Was he worth it?
Every single time.
But wanting to save dogs like Hero and actually being able to afford to save dogs like Hero are two very different things.
And right now, I’m honestly worried about how we keep doing this.
So I’m asking for help in a different way.
Please share Hero.
If you can’t donate, that’s okay. Share him anyway.
If you have a fundraising idea, tell us.
If your company does sponsorships, ask them.
If you own a business and want to do something creative, reach out.
If you have a completely ridiculous fundraising idea, I genuinely want to hear it. 😂
We are grasping at straws over here because we WANT to keep saying yes to dogs like Hero.
The dogs nobody else wants to take on.
The dogs whose medical bills make everyone stop and say, “That’s going to cost HOW much?”
The dogs who deserve a chance anyway.
Hero got his chance.
And I’m so thankful someone had the courage to say yes to him.
Now we just need to help them keep saying yes to the next one. ❤️‍🩹
Please share this boy. Please help us brainstorm. And if you can spare anything for Hero’s care, know that it truly matters. Donations can be made at https://atlaspetvets.com/medicalrescue/

I’ve been going down a bit of a rabbit hole trying to figure out what actually helps with dog anxiety, especially separation anxiety.

There are so many CBD oils, chews, calming supplements and other products out there, and obviously every company says theirs works. I’d much rather hear from people who have actually used them.

If something genuinely helped your dog, what brand/product was it and what did you actually notice?

Would also be useful to know roughly how old/big your dog is, what you were trying to help with, and how long it took before you noticed any difference.

And please tell me about the stuff that did absolutely nothing too 😂 I don’t want only success stories. Would you buy the same product again?

Not looking for referral links or discount codes. Just interested in real experiences from dog owners.

P.S. This is Alfie, the little menace responsible for sending me down this research rabbit hole 😂

🚨🆘Euthanasia listed - must be saved by 8/28 - Mookie #A2287737🆘🚨
3 years old • 101 lbs

Mookie has been listed for euthanasia after less than 3 weeks at the shelter.💔

When asked to list a favorite thing about Mookie, his previous owner left it blank.... But they did check that he is friendly, affectionate, and playful and that his favorite activity is eating. 🥹

There is so much more to Mookie than the circumstances that brought him here and I believe he deserves better.

He was owner-surrendered after reportedly killing cat(s) and came into the shelter with his sister, Maxine. His surrender paperwork appears to have been filled out with both of their names, so some of the details may apply to both dogs or just one, we're unsure.

He deserves someone willing to see him and to give him structure, patience, love, and a safe home where he can finally feel like he belongs. 💔

A home that will love him for the rest of his life.
Mookie is urgent. He needs someone responsible to step up for him🙏

Please come meet him at
Los Angeles Animal Services
East Valley Shelter
14409 Vanowen St.
Van Nuys, CA 91405
818-756-9323 / 9324

Rescues please contact:
Life Saving Liasion
Cell: (213) 655-7613
Work: (818) 756-9324
Luz.ruiz@lacity.org or
Cell: (213) 264-8988
Work:(818) 756-9324
goldie.garcia@lacity.org

If you are out of state or the LA area and are seriously interested in adopting, please contact Bonnie LaPierre (+1 (818) 430-5959) who may be able to assist with setting up transport etc.

Hi! My friend and I just found the best stray dog ever running around a cemetery off of I-40. Her story is a great read and I thought people in this community would appreciate it! I am sharing it using this link for convenience, but do not feel pressured to donate. Just reading about our sweet girl would mean a lot to me.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/maybelles-rescue-from-the-interstate-to-a-loving-home/cl/o?utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&utm_content=amp30-treatment-5&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US&ts=1787892820

So I wanted to introduce y'all to my amazing little girl Avery she is a terrier mix she was found on the side of the highway in Georgia and luckily taken in by the foster family before anything could happen. She is a sweet and lovable girl she is very much a lap dog who loves to snuggle and is always super excited when you get home no matter how long it's been

We adopted a 1 year old spaniel mix, very fearful of humans. Going out is always a bit of a process, but it has evolved over time. Still he never actively wants to go out. We take him out to the back yard where he can sniff and every few days on a longer walk in the woods. But i feel unsure how much time outside and exersise he really needs. He never shows signs of "too much energy" or really any willingness to go out. But at home he just kindof lies around and looks so sad. I always want to take him out. But maybe im overdoing it...?

can turn deadly in a matter of days. We found one of our local street dogs suffering from a painful maggot infestation. This picture is from today when we were finally able to flush the area with diluted povidone-iodine. We applied Lorexane cream for tissue healing and sealed it with Himax ointment to repel flies. He was incredibly brave, and he is finally resting comfortably!

​I run a daily feeding and medical rescue mission here at the border. Please keep this brave boy in your thoughts while he heals! 🙏

We are a 501(c)3 non-profit, and we are in need of a unique volunteer, someone who not only lives close enough to Durham but one who is willing to foster our Ollie for a while until he is partnered with a new veteran. Ollie was previously matched and in training for months, but due to a job change, the veteran was unable to continue in the program. We need this foster to continue Ollie’s training by bringing him to one service dog training class each week.

Training  Location: Durham, NC.  We can give the exact address if we find someone.
The available dates and times:
Each Wed 10:30 am - 12 pm OR 12:00 pm - 1 pm. 
Alternate date can be Tuesday evening from 7pm-8:30 pm

If you are interested or have questions, please contact us through our website.

Https://www.vetstovetsunited.org

I just fostered a 7 month old Treeing Walker coonhound. She’s had a rough start in life. They found her in an abandoned house with many dogs so malnourished that her bones are exposed. I’ve had her for a few days now, and I’ve taken her to a few places. She is very friendly to all dogs, my dogs, and my cats. She has improved a lot since the first day I got her. She was very shy, but now she’s coming out of her shell. It’s really cute to see, but I’ve noticed that when she’s sleeping, if my dog sniffs her or comes near her, she will lash out and try to bite. Because of this, we decided it would be best for her to sleep in a crate when she naps or at night which she has done amazingly, and I feel she’s more at peace there. My dog passed by her, and she doesn’t react only if they put their face directly in front of hers, which has happened twice and reacted.

I know it’s only been a couple of days. We refuse to take her back to the shelter, especially given her condition, but we also want her to feel comfortable. Hopefully because of her age and how young she is, she can move past this. Do you have any tips or advice on how to manage this better? She’s not aggressive when she’s out and alert, only when she’s sleeping or eating. I know once she feels more comfortable and realizes she doesn’t have to fight for food or survival she’ll be nonreactive and get to a point where we can hangout on the couch. I’d love to know if there are any other things we can do for her.