Battle for the Bully "Changing the Perception"

12/07/2024

Pup Luna received her last set of puppy shots this week! Her spay is scheduled for February. She is currently in a foster-to-adopt home; once her medical is complete, her adoption will be finalized.
Luna is loved beyond measure.

12/06/2024

Ivy completed her HW treatment this week. She spent 2 days at the vet for monitoring. All went well.
She arrived back at her foster home with HER SECRET SANTA GIFTS WAITING ON HER!!
She was so excited! What a nice surprise after a rough couple of injection days.

12/06/2024

The below text was posted by Pound Pitties Dog Rescue . We agree 10000% with this message and it couldn't have been written any better!
"When we started this rescue, our mission was to help the abused, neglected and discarded dogs in our city and beyond. Our mission has never been to relieve you of your commitment YOU made to your dog when you took them in.
People have babies and keep their dogs.
People change careers and keep their dogs.
People's schedules get hectic, and they keep their dogs.
People move and find a way to keep their dog.
People run into issues with manageable/trainable behavior AND THEY KEEP THEIR DOGS.
These situations are not unique.
We didn't start this rescue to bail you out. I'm sorry, I know that may sound harsh-- and yes, we know that there are absolutely situations in which people can truly no longer care for their dog- and we help with those as much as we can.
But for the love of Dog-- step up for your dog. Show up for your dog. Show your dog the same love and commitment today that you showed them the day you brought them home.
Dogs are being euthanized here, in shelters every single day because the shelter does not have space. FRIENDLY. HEALTHY. HAPPY. ADOPTABLE. DOGS.
Your dog is no different than any of the dogs that have been losing their lives every day and if you give up on your dog-- they could be next."

12/06/2024

BFTB needs committed fosters to continue with our mission of saving dogs from being euthanized. We can't continue without you. Please consider fostering.
We pay for everything. You will provide the commitment of keeping the dog until he/she finds a forever home, providing love, guidance and teaching them all humans aren't bad.
Yes, it is hard to let them go, but it is also hard knowing they died alone in the shelter. Feeling the pain of knowing you saved a life is much better than feeling the pain of letting them die alone not knowing true love and the soft ear rub from a human. Think about it.
Application to foster: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoption

12/05/2024

12/04/2024

❤️‍🩹Canon Update❤️‍🩹
Canon has been experiencing some discomfort, which is not unusual. Once a foster dog's adrenalin and nervous energy goes away once settled, they begin to feel pain from injuries. He has been taken Metacam, but the vet incorporated some Gabapentin as well. Receipt in comments for transparency.
His breathing is much better. Eyes are looking good. Appetite is amazing. His surgery is scheduled for Dec 17th. After discussion with the Surgeon, they feel a FHO v. a toggle will be the plan due to further review of x-rays and the length of time it appears the injury has been present. This is a pricy procedure, and PT will be needed. We paid the $500 deposit to secure the appointment. Receipt in comments for transparency.
Depending on his healing from the surgery, we will then plan on the HW treatment. The goal is for him to do crate rest/leash walks at the same time v. heal from one and start over.
Our boy is putting on the LB's!

12/04/2024

Who doesn't love Taters?
Our boy is still waiting patiently for his forever home. Tater is a stubborn boy, but he is worth the effort and will give you his whole heart. He has your typical bully stubbornness x'10. Not, his bio isn't appealing, but we are here to find the perfect home, not just "a home".
He is not for a first-time dog owner. Applications that don't fit criteria will not be processed.
Primary Needs, no exceptions: Work from home, fenced yard, low energy female/male dog that accepts communication well, needs to be stimulated mentally and physically, kids 13yrs+, not a chaotic home.

Bio: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoptables
Application: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoption

12/03/2024

Let's support the most misjudged breed by sharing our message!

Shelter and rescue populations in the U.S. have surged by 900,000 overall since January 2021, and more than 359,000 dogs were euthanized in 2023. Pitbulls are the number one dog breed with the highest amount of euthanasia in shelters.

12/03/2024

Our sweet Ivy has her HW Treatment tomorrow. Please send her lots of love and positive thoughts.

12/02/2024

Foster Application: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoption

12/01/2024

Everyone needs that one person that will look at them like Gunner is looking at this piece of ham for his picture😂
Gunner spent his first Thanksgiving with his family. He was such a gentleman while everyone ate; he did get a bite or two as you simply can't ignore that precious face and the drool on your leg.
Happy Life, Sweet Gunner! You are so loved 💞

12/01/2024

Bonnie dressed up in her new Christmas outfit in hopes her new family will see her. What a Christmas present it would be for Bonnie to land in her forever home by Christmas? ❤️
Bio: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoptables
Application: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoption

11/30/2024

Want to foster? We would love to work with you to save more lives! Please apply at:
Application: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoption

11/30/2024

Update on Canon

Canon had a cough and raspy breathing the first night here. I've fostered enough HW+ dogs and knew it wasn't related to HWs. Not to mention discharge from his eyes.

He has an ear infection and an upper respiratory infection. They started him on Doxy and did an Oti-Pack for his ears. I have meds for his eyes too. We also did a full panel blood work but that was sent out for processing. We should have results by tomorrow, no later than Monday.

He is HW+ but his heart is not enlarged based on the rads that were taken today, which is good news. We have a preventative on board and the doxy needed to prep him for his HW treatment.

His rads for his hip have been sent out to an orthopedic surgeon. They expect he will need a toggle, which is a pricy procedure. But is better in this situation than an FHO. We are pending feedback from the surgeon. We could really use your help if you have any funds to spare. Nothing is too small.

There is risk if we do surgery before HW treatment, or after. I have elected to do the surgery first, wait 2 weeks, and then do the immiticide treatment. This way he can do his crate rest in parallel.

There is no easy answer in regard to doing surgery before or after. It is a judgement call. He does fall at time when he potties, and he whines when coming up the steps or ramp, so I know he has some discomfort, even when he lays down the wrong way he will whine. He is currently on Metacam for the pain.

He is eating 4 times a day - small meals. And, yes, he is FULL of worms. He already took his Drontol so we will do another round in 3 weeks. Hopefully this will help with weight gain, which needs to take place before surgery or HW treatment as he has a very low body score. And we need to make sure he is infection free.

I'm hoping he will get some better rest now that we have meds on board. He is a good boy and just wants to be loved on.

11/28/2024

11/28/2024

Adoptable Ivy says, "Happy Turkey Day"! We hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving with your family and friends.
Note: Please be cautious of your dog's food intake with all the visitors and food that will be available.

11/27/2024

Adoptables: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoptables

Application: https://www.battleforthebully.org/adoption

11/27/2024

Meet Canon (MAS-A-41614), our new medical marvel!

This sweet boy's got a rough past, but we're on a mission to help him forget it and live his best life! Here's what he's facing:

• Heartworms
• Dislocated hip (needs surgery)
• Facial injury
• Emaciation
• Hair loss

BUT, that cross-eyed cuteness is irresistible!

Stay tuned for updates after his vet visit Friday. In the meantime, small meals & TLC are on the menu.

Want to help with Canon's medical bills?

Venmo:
CashApp: $battleforthebully
Zelle/PayPal: [email protected]

Let's give Canon the future he deserves!