Fiammetta , Foxy Lady and Shyla's Story
On May 10 th, 2008 rescuers packed up to go help some very needy pups. When we arrived we found Shyla, Fiammetta & Foxy Lady tied up. They were very shy and scared, but willingly allowed us to take the ropes off their necks and put on pretty new collars. The girls were loaded into the vehicle, where they relaxed and feel asleep for the rest of the trip. All three are very skinny and covered in burs. Poor Fiammetta had to be shaved down when she arrived at her foster home because the burs and mats were too much to comb out.
Fiammetta has been spayed and the injury to her leg has been examined by a couple of vets. X-rays show she has a previous fracture to her ankle and elbow area which is causing her walk with a limp. Her foot is somewhat turned out and we are guessing she was probably hit by a car. Because the injury was not treated at the time, the bones have healed on their own and there is likely no benefit from surgery at this point. Fiametta does not seem to be in pain and is living the life of a normal, healthy, happy dog. We are having a final consultation with Big Hill Vet in Cochrane to ensure there is nothing further we can do for Fiametta.
Fiammetta is one lucky puppy because her foster mom works at Sit Happens (dog training) and she gets to go and learn obedience! Her best friends are her foster brothers, a big Boxer and a small Shitzu. Fiametta is a small dog, weighing in around 20 lbs. Update 7July08: Fiammetta came to us with an injury to her front leg, x-rays confirmed she had a previous fracture to her ankle and knee area. This injury at such a young age without medical attention caused the growth plates to close in her long bones. As a result her leg is much shorter than her other leg and not only does she walk with a terrible limp, but also is in pain. After consultation with 3 different vets, we have made the decision to have this leg amputated. Fiammetta will go for surgery on July 9th, 2008. Update July 11, 2008: Fia is doing great! After a rather hairy trip out to Cochrane to pick her up, (I had to pull over because it was hailing so hard lol!) I arrived safely at the vet to find an extremely happy (and hoppy lol!) Fiammetta. She had been eating, and going to the bathroom with no problems. She hopped out to the car on her own, but needed help getting in. She sits up just fine, and can navigate the few stairs on her own already! If you would like to sponsor Fiammetta and donate towards her surgery costs you can donate through CanadaHelps.org or send a cheque to AARCS, 336 Rainbow Falls Way, Chestermere, AB T1X 1W5. Fiammetta: Spayed Female If you are interested in adopting one of these dogs please check our “ Adoption Process” on the main “Adoptions Page”
Below: 11July08: Post Op photos.
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