Dr Mike Discusses Some of His Friends at DogTown
December 18, 2007  |
Dr. Mike - Veterinarian
Porto is a great dog. He was always very energetic and seemed to enjoy his visits to the vet’s office. He is very gentle and laid back – ready to except what the world gave him and make the most of it. He did not seem overburdened by his problems.
Bruno was a tough case because you could see a dog wanting to come out of the restrictions his disease gave him, but he could never really do it. Lots of times with a dog like Bruno, I will say their quality of life is not acceptable, but there was something in his eyes that made me want to try a little harder with him. I feel very sad about his case because of this. We could see glimmers of hope, but they never really materialized. It was horrible that he had to go the way he did (with GDV), but it was better than if we prolonged his condition that it did not seem he was going to recover from. I remember when my dog Scruffy tried to play with him (or dominate him – its hard to tell with Scruffy) that it made Bruno mad, but he wasn’t able to do anything about it. He did like my old lady Dalmatian named Dottie. Bruno and Dottie would go for little walks together outside in it was nice to see Bruno wag his tail and get a little bit excited. With dogs like Bruno, I am always hoping to get a glimpse of what they would have been like as a young, healthy dog; sadly, it never happened with him.
Zoeyann was very shy and hesitant. She was easy to work with, but she did not warm up to me in the same way Porto had – perhaps it was too many vet visits at such a young age. By the end of the appointment, she was a little friendlier, but was always a little hesitant. I think she liked being with the dogs more than me.
Best Friends/DogTown is an example of what is possible if people who care about something work together to achieve that goal. It is not an endpoint in the animal rights/rescue movement, but a nice stopping point on the way to end the suffering of animals. It is about the individual animal as well and what can be achieved if an animal is just given a chance to thrive and be loved. It is not perfect, and there is more we can do, but we certainly are able to help a lot of animals and can be used as a model for what is possible. It is great because it shows there are other options for many animals and that, although ending the treatment of animals as disposable beings is a long war, there are battles being fought and won that are making it a fight worth fighting.
You can preview an overview of DogTown by clicking here and if you want to see a clip from the first episode, Crisis Dogs, click here.
| DogTown Episode | Premiere Date |
| Crisis Dogs | Friday, January 4, 9p |
| Second Chances | Friday, January 11, 9p |
| The Outsiders | Friday, January 18, 9p |
Comments (80)
The vets at Best Friends are amazing! Conversations with them start with "How can we help?" and get better from there.
Our hats our off to them.
Tom Corrigan
Fredonia Humane Society
www.network.bestfriends.com/fhs/news
Posted by Tom Corrigan | December 21, 2007 3:36 PM
I cannot wait to watch this series. I have been to Dogtown, and it's an amazing place. You cannot leave without feeling hopeful. Thank You, NGC, for making this series --- the world will be a better place for knowing a place such as Dogtown exists. Thank you, Best Friends, for your never-ending labor of love.
Posted by Donna Stallard | December 22, 2007 5:11 PM
These are amazing stories from Dogtown. I've been to visit Best Friends and I love it. How wonderful that it will have its own show!
Posted by Claire Harris | December 22, 2007 6:05 PM
Can't wait to watch this! Looking forward to learn how Best Friends handles difficult cases such as aggression.
Posted by Natalie | December 23, 2007 12:33 AM
I can't wait to see this series. I have fostered several dogs from Best Friends. The people there are the best!
Mike Gilliam
Desert Hills Heelers
Canine Rescue
Posted by Mike Gilliam | December 26, 2007 6:33 PM
I can't wait to see the series. I volunteer and foster for DFW Labrador Retriever Rescue. I have sent the show info to all our volunteers on our group email. We are all programming our Tivo's and dvr's. as I write.Thanks to Best Friends for all that you do. Hopefully I can get to come out and tour the volunteer at Best Friends in the future.
Posted by Brad Cauley | December 28, 2007 10:22 AM
This is amazing and wonderful. These dedicated and knowlegable people are an example of what can be done with animals that are considered unadoptable.
This is what we should be focusing on, saving these animals lives and helping them to get good permanent homes, not banning breeds of dogs, based on the actions of a few dogs. How can we get this information
out to the people who are making laws to ban breeds of dogs based on their breeds? We need this to get out to our legislators, mayors, dog wardens etc., so hopefully they will see the truth about dogs and stop banning our dogs, based on breed.
Posted by Diana Vacek | December 31, 2007 12:32 AM
This is truly a beautiful place. The staff are friendly and care deeply about the animals' well-being. I look forward to this series and episodes on nutrition. I have heard of the miracle stories and the healthy recoveries the dogs have experienced.
Chris Conant
The Missing Link
www.missinglinkproducts.com
Posted by Chris Conant | December 31, 2007 1:52 PM
Give to Best Friends when I
can. Have a rescue dog would not trade her for anything.. Hope they have
Skippy Doo on from dog town.
Sam
Posted by Sam Siegel | December 31, 2007 3:44 PM
I am very excited to see this show. I have a dog that I adopted from Best friends (Jiminy)and he will be watching the show with me.
This Sept. I hope to be able to spend some time in Dogtown (specifically at Jiminy's old place) volunteering.
Congratulations to Best Friends - you've come a long way in a relatively short time. Bless you all for your love of all animals.
Posted by Lisa Young | January 3, 2008 3:56 PM
God bless these people. I wish there more like them in this world. Can't wait to see the show.
Posted by Lorraine Medon | January 4, 2008 9:10 AM
i wish that your 'handlers' would get some training on how to handle stressed out dogs. it's frustrating to watch them continue to grab abd squeak at these dogs who need to be helped to relax first. i always wish i could be there to intercede. i usually just turn the show off. couldn't someone talk to cesar milan maybe? or someone? please
Posted by kc lind | January 4, 2008 9:33 PM
What was Porto's allergy? I have a Chihuahua with a similar issue. We have come to many dead ends regarding the cause of his constant scratching.
Posted by Jeff | January 4, 2008 10:09 PM
I just watched the first show! How wonderful. It was great to Animal (Noble) in the beginning. I keep track of the different ones on the web site at BF. I would love to see more shows, maybe on Guardian Angels, or Cats or farm animals. They do so much for these animals. God Bless them all! And Thank you NG for having this show!
Posted by Denise | January 4, 2008 10:10 PM
HI, I SAW YOUR SHOW AND YOU HAVE GIVEN ME NEW HOPE THAT SOMEDAY THERE WILL BE MORE PLACES TO HELP ANIMALS LIVE A LIFE AS THEY SHOULD.
I WISH I WERE A MILLION DOLLAR PERSON BUT AS FAR AS MONEY I HAVE NONE . I DO HOW EVER DO ALOT OF ART WORK AND BEADING WHICH I THINK SOME HOW I CAN TURN INTO MONEY FOR YOUR WORK AND HELP YOU TO DO MORE. I DONT KNOW HOW TO DO THIS BUT WILLING TO TRY. I COULD HAVE SELLS OR SEND YOU SOME OF MY WORK YOU COULD SELL FOR THE MONEY TO GO SOULY TO YOUR WORK AND MORE THAN WILLING TO DO THIS.
PLEASE CONTACT ME AS I WOULD LOVE TO DO SOMETHING TO HELP. ANOTHER THING WE HAVE A COLLAGE IN WISCONSON THAT KILLS THOUSANDS OF DOGS A YEAR FOR RESEARCH, WHICH SHOULD BE STOPPED. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IS THERE ANYTHING WE CAN DO TO CHANGE THE LAWS TO MAKE IT WHERE THESE COLLAGES CAN NO LONGER USE DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS TO DO TEST ON THANK YOU SAMMIE
Posted by bessie | January 4, 2008 10:14 PM
Loved the show. God bless you for the work that you do to better the lives of animals!
Posted by Lisa | January 4, 2008 10:39 PM
I saw your show tonight and it brought tears to my eyes. I just feel so grateful that there are people out there like you. I have two rescued dogs of my own and I swear they watched the whole episode with me, feeling equally as grateful. THANK YOU, and bless you...
Posted by Stephanie Draven | January 5, 2008 2:38 AM
The first show has stayed with me all day. For an organization to save them all is a first. For an organization to re-train them all is a first. I am deeply touched by your commitment to the animals who say so much with their tails. This program can only raise awareness even more.
Posted by Mardi Street | January 5, 2008 1:18 PM
What Best Friends does offers so much hope for so many animals deemed unadoptable that might not be given a second chance. My dream is to have a smaller version of Best Friends' santuary some day and watching the program is so inspiring!
Posted by Deanna | January 5, 2008 1:23 PM
AWESOME and INSPIRING show - thank you NGC and Best Friends - can't wait to see more and learn about your amazing work
Posted by Steve | January 5, 2008 5:20 PM
Dr. Mike, I saw you on TV working on a hairless big black dog,forgot his name, but I have a simalar case home. I took a rotweilerpup from 51/2 months over from people who refused to continue fighting for his live. As a 3 month old pup he had parvovirus because they went out with a pup who only had 1 booster,I told they not do do that because it's very risky. Was treated at the vet for his virus and got tickfever and from their on it with downhill. His immuumsystem went dangerous low and the result was demodex with infection under the skin. They didn't want to spend no more money on the dog and I took the dog with me and continued with the vet. A lot of injections and antibiotics and prednizon and nothing helped , about $2000 later I dicided to go for a 2e oppinion to a other vet. Same diagnose but different treatment. 1- weekly vermecin injection for the demodex and 6 weeks antibiotic cephalocin 500mg 3 times a day. A little improofment but not to my satisfaction. And then I dicited lets try something natural on top. I live in Aruba and aloe is growing here like wheat. Every other day I cut 3 big leaves,peel them get ride of the yellow and the white meat from the plant I pass thru the mixer and then put it all over his body and after the 2e times I saw already a improofment. He was also diagnosed with allergies and can not eat even the best commercial dogfood. allergic to Fish,Rice,Wheat,potato Yeast,peanuts,trees,crops,grass,ants,molt. So the vet gave me from Purina vetarinarian diet HA. The pure aloe is a big help and he is doing a lot better.In a month from know when his blood % is at 45 i will castrated him that will probally help him to. I just wanted to share this with you because as more Info their is about this treatments for demodex as faster we can help this poor guys.I gave 11 dogs and 7 of them are rescues that I personaly saved and they are all doing great and have a sweet live,so I hope that Jack (the rothie) will become good and have a great live like the rest of my roedel. Dr.if you maybe have a other advice for Jack I would apriciate it.Thank you for your attention and you guys are doing a great job.I hope that the States will get a goverment who forbit PUPPYMILLS. Have a nice day
Posted by Rosy Maertens | January 5, 2008 9:57 PM
I would like info on adopting the hound brother who did not find a home-I believe his name is Ruger (?). Thanks.
Posted by Rose | January 6, 2008 12:39 PM
My wife and I just watched your show. W O W You people are doing some good stuff. We are the proud parents of a rescued Sheppard mix now 14 years old "Sara" and a spoiled little Yorkie "Zoey" now a year and a half old. We are near retireing, About 2 years, And I would love to spend some time with you as a volinter. Please let me know how we may do this. My E-Mail is Hrleemn@aol.com. Thanks Lee
Posted by Lee De Martin | January 6, 2008 9:09 PM
I was very pleased to watch Dogtown on NatGeo Friday night. This program will make a huge impact! It was so well done you would think everyone at Best Friends was an accomplished actor. I am telling everyone I know about it and the fact that I plan to visit Best Friends in the next few months. The work you are doing is awesome!
Posted by Dorine Getty | January 7, 2008 3:42 AM
I watched your show last night for the first time. AMAZING!!! I've been involved with a local animal rescue (bullie buddies of las vegas) for about 6 months now, they are a very small group with limited funds that rescues Pit Bulls.The scale of your operation is amazing, and god bless all of you for the work you do. I do how ever have a question for Dr. Mike. I have a 3 1/2 year old female Pit who is going through her second battle with Immune-Mediated thrombocytopenia in about 8 months. Information is very limited on this disease, and although we caught the problem early this time, I need to know how I can prevent my baby girl from going through this every 6 to 8 months, besides the expense it takes a huge toll on her body. can you please send me information on prevention, I know what the disease is, she also has AIHA as a secondary diagnosis. I wouldn't normally ask a question like this through a blog, however I can't seem to find another way to contact you and I'm running out of options. Thank you
Posted by Rhonda Foss | January 7, 2008 9:50 AM
I am trying to get the address for Dogtown in Utah so I can send them a donationa and there is no where on NG site or there site that I can find the address to send them a donation. I think what they are doing is a godsend. And remember dog spelled backward is GOD.
So if anyone at there has the address please send it to me. Carolyn
Posted by Carolyn | January 7, 2008 9:56 AM
You can visit Dogtown (part of the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary) at www.bestfriends.org. The run completely off of donations and I'm sure they would appreciate your support. Dogtown also has a specific website at www.bestfriends.org/dogtown
-Chuck
Posted by Chuck | January 7, 2008 11:32 AM
Thanks NatGeo for airing such a wonderful show. I look forward to seeing more shows about Best Friends. This is the best reality show to have come out.God Bless all those who support Best Friends and the welfare of animals.
Posted by Becca | January 7, 2008 8:40 PM
It's great Dogtown is on TV so even more people can learn the wonderful things that happen at Best Friends. I hope the series continues with visits to the cats, horses, birds, bunnies, and other animals at Best Friends, too!
Posted by Michelle | January 7, 2008 9:12 PM
i think that it is really wonderful that there is more to life knowing that NGC is here to help in any way i love animals and i dislike it when i see people with there animals not treating them with no love or respect, breeding them just to have money, i have LOTS OF LOVE FOR THOSE WHO RESCUE SUCH WONDERFUL CREATURES!!! i really LOVE your show! keep it up thank you
Posted by Brittany Curry | January 8, 2008 5:02 PM
TELL EVERYONE YOU KNOW TO WATCH THE SHOW THIS FRIDAY JANUARY 11TH AT 9PM. THE MORE PEOPLE WHO WATCH, THE MORE LIKELY IT WILL BE THEY WILL MAKE MORE SHOWS.
Posted by Marko | January 9, 2008 12:32 AM
I loved the show,please do more segments.We need more shows like this to educate people on humane treatment for animals.There is a saying-when we know better-we do better.Kudos NGC!!
Posted by jean dishaw | January 9, 2008 5:25 AM
My heartfelt admiration goes to Dr. Mike and Elissa, Jeff, Nadine, and everyone else at Best Friends for doing what they could for an old, sick dog like Bruno and all the other animals in their care. Also, thanks to L.A. Animal Services for making it possible for Bruno to get help. Things must have changed since I was a child growing up in L.A. in the fifties and visiting the city shelter was an unforgettably depressing experience.
Posted by Dale | January 10, 2008 2:13 PM
Thank God for All of those among us who realize how much more fulfilling and complete the human journey is when we share it with our animal friends. I have been an animal lover & pet owner all my life & can't wait to begin watching this show! Thank you NGC!
Posted by Michelle Suiter | January 11, 2008 5:31 AM
Those of you who read this really MUST read the books about Best Friends AND visit the sanctuary. It is a spiritual and overwhelming experience to see the sanctuary for yourself. Make plans to stay for a few days and spend time with ALL of the animals, you won't regret it!
Posted by Cindy Cain | January 11, 2008 8:36 PM
Being a dog lover as long as I can remember (I'm 55 now, so figure at least 53 years) I had to watch the show when I saw the first ad. While watching the inital episode I thought of riding my motorcycle to Dogtown from Ohio and volunteering for a month.
I've just watched the second show and still tear up about Bruno.
Dogtown is truely a noble and inspiring effort to help man's best friend and the humans that love them.
My best to you!
Posted by John Lassiter | January 11, 2008 10:28 PM
On wed the 8th we had to put are beloved pug down he was only 6 are family was devestated we miss him so much he seemed to have the same problem Bruno was having so this show was very special, God Bless the staff and all those who have made a contribution to dogtown !!!
Posted by Jacob | January 12, 2008 12:57 AM
I cry everytime I watch is show I wish I was there and I wish there was a place like this in every state at least, there are so many animals in need I am an animal lover,
Posted by Elia Gil | January 12, 2008 1:08 AM
Wow!! Just watched the show and I'm so impressed with the work you're doing at Dogtown! In a world so overwhelmed with homeless animals and filled with such sad animal stories, you are a breath of fresh air. I hope this show is a huge success and reaches millions. Education and awareness is the key. If circumstances permitted, I'd hop on a plane tomorrow and dedicate my life to volunteering at your wonderful facility. My two rescues and I will be watching and praying for all the wonderful people, and most of all the animals, at Dogtown- Best Friends! God Bless you all!!
Posted by Mary | January 12, 2008 2:32 AM
Have watched both shows and am so thrilled that "Best Friends" is getting out their message on National Geographic Channel--hope there will be shows on the wonderful work they do with cats, horses,birds, and all animals really!! Have volunteered at "Best Friends" and can recommend no better vacation spot and rejuvenation for the spirit!!
Posted by Gail | January 12, 2008 12:16 PM
How can I donate to Dog Town?
Posted by Doris | January 12, 2008 7:16 PM
I have the coolest Boxer who is 5 years old. He has a medium case of Hip Dysplasia. It is getting worse lately, he is getting to the point of not being able to stand up and even has a tough time laying down.
I have been giving him a bi-monthy shot of Adequan for about a year now. He is also getting a healthy/safe regiment of glucosamine and Rymadil.
What can I do?
Can DogTown help my boxer, Apollo?
Posted by Nicholas Thurlby | January 12, 2008 7:42 PM
Who funds Dogtown!! what a wonderful place, I love the show and I am amazed.. all these wonderful people caring for all these beautiful animals..
Posted by Jo | January 13, 2008 9:23 AM
wonderful show thank you N.G. i love the idea that there are people out there that love animals as much as i do keep up the great work
Posted by james | January 13, 2008 11:21 AM
DogTown is funded by the generous donations of its ever-growing membership.
It's easy to help DogTown continue rescuing and spay/neutering the puppies on the Native American reservation - just copy/paste below:
http://www.bestfriends.org/donate/gap.cfm
Posted by Mckenna Sidwell | January 13, 2008 4:34 PM
I watched DogTown and was so touched by what I saw that I immediately wanted to move there to help. Is there a direct website for DogTown? Your work is so wonderful! Our good wishes for continued success isn't enough. May the Grandfathers watch over you and keep you safe and give you many days with blue skies and good health. May he continue to bless the animals with a path to you.
Posted by Deborah Ward | January 13, 2008 11:41 PM
WHERE CAN A DONATION BE SENT?
Posted by JOE FAY | January 14, 2008 12:35 PM
Hi Mike!
I am beyond thrilled to know that you are out there in Utah, doing such great things for our favorite 4-legged friends. Good for you! And congratulations on your success with this program so far. I can only imagine how rewarding it must be to turn your passion into your profession.
My husband, Ben, and I have a rescued dog and there's never been a better pet, as far as we're concerned!
Best wishes to you.
Posted by Liz (Rosen) Shimizu | January 15, 2008 9:52 PM
I am so happy to be able to watch such honorable rescue organization like Best Friends on TV!! Thank you National Geographic!! Shows like that are so important for the welfare of our fur friends. I will be watching Dogtonwn every week.
Posted by Angela | January 16, 2008 2:33 PM
We honeymooned at Best Friends 7 years ago and return each year on our anniversary. What an amazing place! If you are planning a vacation to the National Parks, make sure you plan a day or several days to visit/volunteer at this most amazing animal sanctaury. I hope NG does more episodes on different part of Best Friends.
Posted by Julie & Scott Bertram | January 17, 2008 9:29 PM
poor Bruno touched my heart. I have a chow that looks a lot like Bruno. When poor Bruno passed I cried, but I saw that sweet man that overtakes the graves and delivers the prayers I cried again. His love towards these little creatures is amazing. I retold what this sweet man has said and others have cried too. God bless these people.
Posted by Kristen Green | January 17, 2008 9:54 PM
Thank you Dr Mike Discusses and all the staff at Best Friends! It is so wonderful what is being done there... gives me hope for man kinds future.
Also would like to thank NetGeo for making this three part series. It is my hope they will not be the last.
Posted by Eric | January 18, 2008 9:01 AM
Dr. Mike,
I just finished watching the episode about Bruno. I was sobbing & my heart breaking as I sat with my dogs and watched the program.
Best Friends is wonderful and all of you are too. What a great program and I love the compassion you all have for the dogs.
If I ever get out that way I definitely want to stop by.
Many Blessings to all of you.
Posted by Linda | January 18, 2008 2:24 PM
I just watched your show for the first time, and I just want to say God Bless you beautiful people!!! It was the episode with a dog named Bruno, and let me tell you, I cried so hard as I watched it with my 3 dogs. It is so nice to know there are caring people out there like you. A thousand thank yous for all the animals you save!!!!
Posted by Gina | January 18, 2008 6:42 PM
P.S. where can donations be sent?
Posted by Gina | January 18, 2008 6:46 PM
I love watching your shows and although I don't live close enough to vist Dogtown, I watch with an open heart and wet eyes with every new show. Your staff gives so much of themselves, and what your orginization does, is simply amazing!
You, your animals, the staff, doctors, and the work you do is such a blessing!! I hope the show brings an added awareness to the needs of animals all over the world. God Bless You!
Posted by Christine Schmid | January 18, 2008 10:24 PM
Donations to continue the spay/neuter project on the Navajo Nation - where the puppy was pulled from the tire pile - can be made here:
https://www.bestfriends.org/donate/gap.cfm?
Posted by McKenna Sidwell | January 18, 2008 10:52 PM
Tonight was the first time I had seen DogTown having just learned of it from an email from Best Friends. Having been a long time member of Best Friends, I was very anxious to view the program. It was positively awesome and touching; I loved it. What a fabulous crew of people they have working there at DogTown and Best Friends Sanctuary. I truly admire and respect them. I wish all of the human race could be that loving and kind (wishing thinking). Thank you so much for airing this program.
Posted by Janice Giampaoli | January 18, 2008 10:58 PM
Donations can be sent to Best Friends Animal Society 5001 Angel Canyon Road Kanab UT 84741 or you can visit www.bestfriends.org/dogtown to donate online.
Posted by Best Friends | January 19, 2008 6:49 AM
On the January 18th episode I saw that the caregiver gave a raw diet. Where can I find that size package? I can not find it in NC anymore? I have 8 elderly resuces and they would greatly benifit from that type of diet. One of my dogs (11 yrs)has pancreatitis and he is on prozyme but do you have any other suggestions to help him?
Thank You for doing wonderful things at dogtown!
Posted by Valerie | January 19, 2008 8:56 AM
I've watched all 3 shows. What a wonderful show. I notice that it's not on for at least the next 2 weeks. When will this show be on again?
Thank you,
Julie
Posted by Julie | January 19, 2008 9:08 AM
Dogtown is a wonderful show. Dr. Mike is a great vet. You can really tell that he is really giving his all to help these dogs and give them the best treatment. It's great how he never gives up on finding out what is the root to the dog's medical problem. Thomas who handles the aggressive dogs kudo's to you. It takes a special person to handle these special dogs and you can tell the dogs really respect and love him.
Posted by medusa'smom | January 21, 2008 9:40 PM
Your show is beyond words. Your Dogtown is beyond words, but more than that God Bless all of you who are vets there, technichians, trainers, anyone who works there. You are all a gift from God helping the helpless and NEVER giving up. There is a place in heaven for all of you and the beautiful dogs you have helped. I generally tape DogTown, and watch it a few times since I am so impressed and it has given me more insight on the power of love and giving to poor unfortunate animals. Thank you for all you have done to help them. I'm not sure if this is the place to ask a question, but I can't seem to get an answer from anyone. I have a female Bichon Frise and I would like to share our home with another, should I get another female, or male?
Posted by Donna Latella-Tuzzeo | January 22, 2008 2:21 PM
I worked at Best Friends for three and a half years, and worked with all the wonderful people there. It was the best experiance ever and i loved working in the clinic with Dr. Mike.It great to be able to see them on TV finally getting the exposure they finally deserve
Posted by Bonnie Allred | January 31, 2008 2:29 PM
TO ANYBODY AT DOGTOWN: I am in a situation and need avice asap. I did not see a "contact us" phone number so I am trying this route. My son, Mike, rescued a puppy about a year ago during a terrible thunderstorm. She is mostly pitt bull and very sweet. She was either abused or hit by a car and dropped off and should not have lived through the night. Mike and his college friends pulled their money together and took her to a vet. They were informed the dog probably would not make it. The next day, Mike went to see her at the vet and decided to adopt her. After several months of recovery, Dakota did fine. However, Dakota is now in need of surgery. She has torn the tendons in her right back leg and was informed the other leg will probably tear also. She is not two years of age yet. Mike did get two opinions and concluded surgery needs to be performed. The problem is, money. My question is, does your organization perform surgeries for rescued dogs that have been adopted? If not, do you have any referrals? The vets we researched all want $2,500 for only one leg. My son saved this dog and says he is willing to go into debt if need be. He's says there is no alternative. Do you know of any place we can go that will be cheaper then this amount? I realize I am probably barking up a wrong tree, but she is to go in for surgery next week if we can't find an alternative. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Mike and Dakota live in Lubbock Texas and is going to have surgery in Dallas next week. Her recovery, they say, will be one year and during that time will be confined to a kennel. Does this sound right? Your help or referrals will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
Michelle
Posted by Michelle McClain | February 1, 2008 6:36 PM
To Michelle McClain
Check your Local SPCA for help.
Posted by Sharron Hestand | February 4, 2008 4:53 AM