Sponsor These Dogs
The following dogs have extraordinary circumstances which require extra financial help. Can you help us take care of these special creatures? Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to Rat Terrier ResQ, or contact us if you can help otherwise.
Gizmo
Sex: Male •
Located in:
Florida •
Age: Adult 
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*Gizmo is being fostered in Babson Park.*
Hi! My name is Gizmo. I’m 3 years old and I weigh 14 lbs. Before I became a Rat Terrier ResQ dog, I was a stray in Northeast Arkansas. I was injured on the street and spent 3 days under a tree in a pile of snow before a nice volunteer came to get me. Due to my injuries, I was not eligible for adoption. Another volunteer arranged for me to take a plane ride to Florida where my foster mom was waiting for me. I’m doing much better now and am recovering from my injuries. I hope to be ready for my own family soon. I’m a really good boy. I sleep in my crate without complaining. I’m house trained, and I get along with everyone, including cats, dogs, and kids. I’m also very vocal and will talk to you if you like, but I promise not to bark too much. Do you have room in your heart and home for me? If so please adopt me, I have my own leash and will travel. If you’re wondering about my life on the streets, I’ll tell you all about it. You can also see more pictures of me!
Additional sponsor information: Gizmo was picked up by shelter volunteers after someone called to report that there was a little dog lying a pile of snow, and he hadn't moved for 3 days. Volunteers thought for sure the dog must be dead, but he was alive and obviously injured. At first it was believed that one of his legs needed to be amputated. Upon further examination, it was determined that his leg was fine, but his pelvis was fractured. To add insult to injury, he was also diagnosed with heartworm disease. Gizmo was considered unadoptable and subject to euthanization unless a rescue group could save him. Rat Terrier ResQ had a place for him in Florida, but Gizmo was in Arkansas. Volunteers scrambled to get him on a flight to Florida where he is currently recovering from his pelvis fracture and starting treatment for heartworms. Gizmo's expenses are estimated at roughly $950.00. Any amount you can help with would be greatly appreciated by Gizmo who is very happy to be out of the snow and in the Sunshine State.
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Came to rescue on: Jan 22, 2010 • Permalink to Gizmo's profile • 
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Hank Hobbit
Sex: Male •
Located in:
Arkansas •
Age: Baby Sponsor me!
*Hank Hobbit is being fostered in Arkadelphia.*
Hank is an adorable puppy, and is 8 weeks old as of 2/1/10. He was left on a doorstep in East Texas, and ResQ was contacted. Hank is a happy and healthy puppy, and has started his routine shots. He weighs 4.6 pounds at 8 weeks, and is extremely self-confident and bold! He does love to snuggle in your lap and give puppy kisses, though. He has short little legs, which means he is a Teddy Roosevelt Terrier (formerly called a Type B Rat Terrier). His ears are going up, but aren’t quite there yet. Hank is just a beautiful puppy. He is being happily spoiled by his foster mom, who is going to hate to see this little darlin’ go! Please see more photos of Hank and his brother, T.J.!
Additional sponsor information: T.J. and Hank and their two siblings came into rescue at six weeks old, after being left on a doorstep at a woman's house in Tyler, Texas. Their brother Tiger got sick immediately after arriving in their Arkansas foster home, and was diagnosed with Parvo. Medications were begun and given hourly in order to keep the other three pups alive. Unfortunately we lost Kira, the smallest pup, on January 23rd. But Hank and T.J. have made a complete recovery and are happy and healthy puppies! They are busy being spoiled by their foster mom! The pups survived because they were given Tamiflu, a very expensive medication. Their total vet bills for the Parvo treatment was almost $150. If you can help, you will have two very thankful puppies!
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Came to rescue on: Jan 15, 2010 • Permalink to Hank Hobbit's profile • 4 comments
Haydn
Sex: Female •
Located in:
Wisconsin •
Age: Adult • Special needs? Yes Sponsor me!
*Haydn is being fostered in Green Bay.*
Haydn’s story is a sad one. She was severely burned by her former owner and sustained third-degree burns over 30% of her back and side. Unfortunately, she received minimal medical care until recently, when she made it to ResQ. Currently, Haydn is on antibiotics, pain medication and Silvadene burn cream. She has also started cold laser therapy to heal the last open wound. Haydn, only about 2 years old, will need significant medical care for a while, including a possible wound revision surgery to help with the tightness the scars have caused since she has difficulty bending one of her rear legs. She may also need hydrotherapy to help with the strength in that leg. She is leery of new things, but we can see a very playful girl (at least, as playful as she can get with a cone on her head!) and believe that she has an incredible and joyful spirit inside her. Haydn is not yet available for adoption, but we’ll keep you posted here! Please see more pictures of Haydn, but be forewarned, they are a teensy bit graphic.
Additional sponsor information: Haydn had her first cold laser treatment on Saturday, January 2nd and will be heading to the vet 3 times a week for a bit. It costs about $20 a session (at rescue rate). They gave another refill of her Silvadene cream. They are going to look at her on Thursday, January 7th, for a possible wound resection of the surrounding scars. We will know more about further costs for her care after that.
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Came to rescue on: Dec 26, 2009 • Permalink to Haydn's profile • 2 comments
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