Sick day with Emma..

So my sister's dog who has been with out family for about 12 years, became really sick last weekend. My sister took her to vet and Emma was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease that is leaving her blood cell count pretty low.

Hopefully we caught it in time an the steroid and antibiotic she is on will help her get better and get her blood cell count up.

Each one of my sisters and I have taken a day off of work this week so we could spend it with Emma, just making sure she is still feel ok.

Yesterday was my day and it really made me think about how important it is to keep a track on your pet's health. It also made me think about the poor pets that are getting left behind at foreclosed homes. How are they supposed to get help if something is wrong with them?

Meet one our rescue pets Amelia.
Amelia was left at a house with no food and about two-inches of green sludge for drinking water. At the vet's, it was discovered that Amelia was suffering from hip dysplasia. How was she supposed to fend for herself? How was she supposed to get to the vet for medical care?

We are in the process of raising money to get Amelia the hip surgery she needs so she can live a pain free life. Her face is a reminder of the trust pets put into their owners and her owners are a reminder of the way that trust is sometimes broken.

There should never be a reason to abandon a pet.

If you want more information about Amelia or what to help pay for her surgery visit our website.

I will keep you updated on Emma's condition. She is going to the vet on Saturday to check her blood levels. Keep your prayers up that she is improving!!!

Heidi
-The LOH intern