Get your cameras ready! Our Photo Contest kicks off on Monday, September 27. But this year, we have something a little different in store for you.
This year, we are asking for an entry fee of $5; but, votes are still $1 per vote. The top 3 winners with the most votes (funds raised) will win a photo shoot with the paw-rrific Brooke with Wyoming Pet Photography! Grand prize gets an hour-long photo session for your pet with three digital images, and second and third prize will get a 30-minute mini photo session for your pet and three digital images. We also decided to sell something you could have a little fun with: a deck of playing cards! We'll be taking up to 52 images submitted to create a fun, animal lovers' deck that also helps support local families afford emergency veterinary care. Contest opens on Monday, September 27 and will end on November 1. Spread the word! We can't hold fundraisers like this without these businesses: Wyoming Pet Photography, Red Hills Veterinary Hospital and Animal Medical Center Of Wyoming. Please be sure to help us thank them for their support.
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Check out this little lady: Molly, a 4-year-old Corgi/Chihuahua mix. Her parents adopted her six months ago and are head over heels in love with her!
(Seriously, can you blame them?) Molly was acting sad, not very active, and not wanting to eat. Her mom, who is on a limited income, was very worried. She was even more worried when she noticed a piece of plastic missing from a toy. She was so scared that Molly ate the piece of plastic and had a blockage. Molly’s mom decided that Molly needed to go to a veterinarian to be seen; but she wasn’t sure how she was going to pay for this emergency veterinary bill. That’s when she applied to Fur Kids Foundation. Thankfully, Molly did not eat anything she shouldn't have, but she did have soft tissue damage to her back leg. This was causing her to feel crummy and not wanting to eat. Soft tissue damage can refer to any trauma to the muscles, tendons, and ligaments; and can include injuries like strains, sprains, and muscle damage. As dog owners know, dogs are active and athletic, so this kind of an injury is common. Just as in humans, it can take some time and patience before it heals. According to Wag, soft tissue trauma signs in dogs can include:
One very important note is that many of the same symptoms as minor fractures, bone degeneration, infections and even cancerous conditions are similar to soft tissue damage. So, making sure to take your dog to a veterinary professional is very important. Molly was given some pain medication and her leg was wrapped. We’re happy to report that she’s on her way to feeling much better! About Fur Kids Foundation Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories. This is Benjermin, a 2-year-old handsome cat. He suddenly began vomiting and had bloody diarrhea. His mom was so worried about her baby boy.
Benjermin's mom says: "He is my heart. Him and his sister are the only reason I smile sometimes, since my oldest daughter died and my youngest isn't always around." She was hoping Benjermin would begin to feel better, but he started to feel worse. Benjermin isn't vaccinated, so she was so scared Benjermin had distemper or feline leukemia. Just like humans, cats should get vaccinations to help their overall health. Vaccinations help protect your cat from viruses and diseases, as well strengthen their immune systems. Your veterinarian is qualified to help you determine what vaccinations are best suited for your cat depending on their age, overall health and where you live. Chewy has a great article on cat vaccinations that also includes a schedule of when cats should start receiving their shots here. Benjermin's mom is on a limited income and is a single mom, and she was very worried about the cost of an emergency vet visit. She decided to take him to the vet, and applied to Fur Kids Foundation for help. Thankfully, Benjermin didn't have either! He had an intestinal infection, causing him to feel icky. He was put on medication to clear up the infection, and his mom is going to get him vaccinated as soon as he's healthy enough for the shots. Infections like this commonly cause inflammation of the intestinal lining, stomach upset, and diarrhea and if treated quickly, most cats will fully recover. However, there are cases where the diarrhea can cause life-threatening dehydration. If your cat shows the signs that Benjermin did, make sure you contact your vet immediately. Fur Kids Foundation recommends that all pets receive their regularly scheduled vaccinations and have yearly appointments (or more frequently if younger or older) with a veterinarian. About Fur Kids Foundation Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories. This beautiful boy is Samson, a 7-year-old English Bulldog/Staffy (Staffordshire Bull Terrier) mix.
Samson’s mom recently moved to Gillette, and was helping take care of her aging father, which was her full-time job. She recently found a full-time job, and is a single mom taking care of her kids, when her beloved boy Samson started acting sick. His stomach was distended, he wasn't eating, and she knew that he felt crummy. Just getting back on her feet financially, she scraped up what funds she had to bring Samson in on an emergency vet visit. At the clinic, tests indicated that Samson had a splenic torsion (or a twisted spleen) and needed emergency surgery to save his life. Splenic torsion occurs when the blood supply to the spleen twists on itself, which prevents blood drainage, causing an enlargement of the spleen. According to the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, signs of splenic torsion include:
Knowing that she couldn't afford the cost of Samson's emergency vet visit on her own, she applied to Fur Kids Foundation for help, and we were happy to help this family keep their treasured fur kid. Samson had his emergency surgery that consisted of removing his spleen, which was three times the size it should have been! We are so happy to say that he is recovering wonderfully and getting back to his normal self. According to PetMD, dogs are rarely affected by an abnormality such as splenic torsion. However, it is more commonly seen in large-breed, deep-chested dogs such as German shepherds, standard poodles, and great Danes. About Fur Kids Foundation Fur Kids Foundation is 100% run by dedicated volunteers who give their time to help the Foundation raise money with events, take applications, and spread the word about the good work the Foundation does in Campbell County, Wyoming. If you would like to help Fur Kids Foundation continue to help local families with animals afford emergency veterinary care, please consider making a tax-deductible donation via PayPal or signing up to become a volunteer. Read more Success Stories. |
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