Noah's Arks Rescue

11/09/2025

Video of Timber this Morning.

11/09/2025

Timber is OUT of the ER! 🐾💙

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1236

We’re so happy to share that Timber is out of the ER and back at our Rehab Facility! His amazing medical team at CVRC has worked tirelessly to adjust his treatment plan, and thanks to them, he’s finally off most of the antibiotics that were taking such a toll on his body.

Back at our Rehab Facility, Timber is as spoiled and silly as ever—always underfoot, always full of kisses, and always “helping” the morning crew like our very own Noah’s Arks Rescue inspector. 🐕✨

We are still facing the heavy cost of his last ER stay, and we could use your help. Every dollar goes directly to Timber’s care. Please consider donating to support this incredible boy who has fought so hard for his second chance at life. 💙

09/09/2025

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25/08/2025

TIMBER is back in the Hospital. Please, Help Us, Help Him by DONATING.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1235

We have both good news and difficult news to share about Timber. The good news is that he has gained 24 pounds since leaving the hospital. Unfortunately, the more serious update is that Timber has tested positive for three drug-resistant staph infections, one of which is a human strain that can be transmitted to people.

Most of the dogs in our care are immune-compromised—though not to the extent Timber is—and are therefore highly vulnerable to opportunistic bacteria. We have been running weekly cultures, and this past week results showed the emergence of the human strain. Because of this, we were faced with the difficult decision to return Timber to the hospital. The medication he requires is toxic to humans, and the risks to our staff and other dogs are too great. Veterinary hospitals are much better equipped to manage animals with contagious infections, thanks to their quarantine protocols and specialized facilities.

We love Timber deeply and want to ensure every precaution is taken to protect him, our staff, and the other dogs in our care. This situation highlights one of the main reasons we cannot allow well-meaning volunteers to help with medical care at our facility. The risk is not only from potential bites but also from introducing or contracting dangerous bacteria. When working with open wounds, we follow strict protocols—always wearing gloves and sterilizing instruments—because even something as small as a cut, contaminated fingernail, or improperly cleaned tool can transmit infection. We have seen this happen too often, and the risks are simply too high.

We are incredibly grateful for everyone who wants to support Timber. At this stage, the most impactful way to help is by contributing toward his new hospital bills. This ensures Timber receives the highest level of professional care in an environment that strictly follows infection-control protocols. We expect he will remain hospitalized for 7–10 days. During that time, we will continue to oversee his care, receive frequent updates and photos, and share his progress with you.

Thank you for your continued love and support for Timber.

12/08/2025

TIMBER is out of the Hospital and at our Rehab. Facility.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1234

I’m thrilled to report that Timber is out of the hospital and now at our Rehabilitation Facility in Okatie, SC. We were all nervous about his transition from the ICU, but he had improved enough that I felt confident he was past the worst danger. At some point, I had to trust my instincts and give Timber the chance to be a dog again, free from round-the-clock hospital care. He had already overcome so many obstacles and was finally able to eat his normal amount of calories.

I’m hopeful the worst is behind us. Timber remains in critical condition and requires constant care and bandage changes, but I believe we can provide everything he needs and more. Animals don’t thrive in hospital environments. While hospitals are essential for saving lives, once an animal is out of immediate danger, a home or rehab facility is far better for recovery. Timber has thrived since being released from the hospital. What we thought would be overwhelmingly stressful has proven otherwise. He still needs intensive medical care and frequent bandage changes, but he’s gaining weight and beginning to stand on his own.

I learned long ago that animals heal more quickly and effectively in a home-like environment, which is why our Rehabilitation Facility is designed to resemble a home. The interior features rooms similar to those found in a typical house. This is critical because most animals in our care will spend their entire lives at our facility. We are their family, and this is their home.

I’ll provide weekly updates since Timber’s progress will be gradual over the next couple of months. He will require wound care and bandage changes for at least two months, possibly longer. Once his main wound has healed, he’ll be able to socialize with the other dogs. For now, he interacts through his kennel and loves when every dog stops by to say hello. His kennel is next to Maya’s, and I’ve noticed Maya getting up at night to check on Timber. Once she’s sure he’s sleeping soundly, she settles back down to sleep.

Thank you for helping us save this incredible dog. His fight to survive has now become his journey to heal. Timber is happy, loved, and growing more confident each day. Six months from now, I believe you’ll be amazed at how magnificent he’ll be once he regains his weight. I look forward to sharing his progress each week.

01/08/2025

TIMBER has developed a Pneumothorax. Please, Help us, help Him by Donating.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1233

Life for Timber in ICU has certainly had its ups and downs. The beginning of the week started off with Timber having difficulty breathing. X-rays were done, and it was discovered Timber had developed a pneumothorax, which is a serious condition where air accumulates in the space between the lung and chest wall, potentially causing breathing difficulties and even lung collapse. It can be caused by trauma, surgery, or underlying lung conditions. We do not have a clue if trauma caused it prior to coming to us, but it is strange for it to show up two weeks later. We wanted to do a CT Scan to best determine the cause, but Timber is not strong or stable enough to have anesthesia. His breathing has improved and is no longer as labored, which we are taking as a positive sign.

Timber is finally past Re-Feeding Syndrome, which had hampered his ability to gain weight. He is now at the point where he is getting 125% of his daily requirement, which will enable him to gain weight. Timber has not shown any signs of intolerance to the additional calories. If anything, he is much brighter and has become more animated. He is able to hold himself up for brief periods before tiring and needing help. This morning was the first time he was able to take a few steps on his own and urinate. Timber has had a urinary catheter since he arrived. He has had to relearn how to urinate on his own without assistance.

Our sweet boy has been in the ICU for two weeks. What started out as seeing if he would make it through the weekend has shown us his will to live was far greater than giving up. Each day has brought more challenges and more heartbreak, seeing how abused and neglected this poor pup has been. What he has endured to find humans who loved and cared for him is beyond heartbreak. Timber has gotten a lifetime of unconditional love in the two weeks we have had him. His bills are so high that I have long since passed the point of caring, and focusing on saving him has been our top priority. Our hopes right now are that he will get strong enough to get out of the hospital and come to our Rehab Facility.

Thanks for your patience in waiting for this update. I have posted some small snippets of Timber, taking a few steps. He is eight pounds lighter than when he arrived. His weight loss is due to massive parasite overload and fluid created from infection. He has lost significant muscle mass due to his inability to move. Over the last couple of days, we have seen a significant improvement in his ability to move around without assistance. That will be critical for him to survive. We all know Timber is a Survivor. His Journey to live Life surrounded by people who love and adore him has begun. Thanks for making his Journey to Heal possible.

23/07/2025

TIMBER has started Physical Therapy and can STAND. Please, Help us, help Him by Donating.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1232

We are making lots of progress with dear Timber. The pictures still show a very emaciated dog, but time and food will take care of that. He is still in danger of re-feeding syndrome, which is why he is only at approximately 80% of the calories he needs. We hope that by the end of this week, he will be meeting his calorie requirement to gain weight. He has received several plasma infusions since his last update, and as of today, he remains stable. His glucose has stabilized, and his blood PCV has gone up since his last transfusion. We were prepared to do another blood transfusion yesterday since his PCV had dropped again, but it came up to 24% during the night. His albumin level has only improved slightly, which is why he will probably need another plasma transfusion.

The biggest issue we currently face is that he is refusing to drink fluids. We have been adding extra fluid to his food to encourage him to consume more fluids. We are weaning him off his IV fluids so he can start to heal without so much intervention. So far, he is enjoying having the extra water in his food, but without food, he is not interested in drinking plain water. Fluids alter electrolytes and blood values, so it is crucial that we get him to drink water.

The next critical aspect of his care is helping him stand independently and move his body around. He can’t stay in one place like he had been, or he will get more bed sores. His ability to move around independently without staff assistance is crucial to his overall care. He is also getting physical therapy several times a day. Yesterday was the first time he was able to hold himself up while standing over a double therapy ball. During the night, he stood up on his own and ate out of a bowl they were holding.

Timber is still critical and in ICU. We are in the early stages of saving his Life. We are not even thinking about him being adopted until he is well. If you would like to be considered for adopting one of our dogs, please complete our online adoption application. We always select the best possible candidate, considering the dog and the Family environment. Currently, we are doing everything possible to save Timber, in addition to attending to the medical needs of the 39 dogs in our care at Noah’s Arks Rescue. I will do my best to do updates on Timber a couple of times a week and more if possible.

Please be patient, and know that our ultimate goal is for every animal in our care to receive the best possible medical and emotional care. Right now, it seems like every dog that woke up at Noah’s Arks Rescue this morning has decided they need special attention today, and we are going to make sure each one gets it. I have a dog with a hole in its heart getting a repair and a pup that needs to have its leg amputated, and one that needs to have its eye removed. That is a typical day for us, and each animal requires funds to be raised.

The best news in this update is that Timber’s body is starting to respond and take over with less intervention. Timber standing on its own is a Miracle. I would like to think we could get Timber out of ICU and the hospital soon, but that is not possible. He needs too much round-the-clock care for his basic needs. Until that changes, we will continue to do so, taking it one day at a time. In the meantime, I have just uploaded some fabulous videos of dear Timber standing and doing physical therapy.

Thank you for caring about Timber and all the other pups in our care who depend on us for all their medical needs and unconditional love.

20/07/2025

TIMBER Survived his Surgery and is showing Progress. Please, Help us, help Him by Donating.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1231

I am happy to report that Timber did well during his surgery to debride dead tissue and clean any infection from below the skin on his back and remove any foreign matter. Drains were inserted before closing to help remove fluid buildup and promote healing. His skin had already begun to heal and adhere to the tissue below, which was debrided by the next morning.

Timber’s glucose levels have been dangerously low and have required supplementation with dextrose. Today was the first day, his Specialists decided to allow his body to adapt and see if it stabilized without supplementation. His glucose level did not return to a normal range, but it also did not drop as low as it had been.

We are still having to give him a plasma transfusion each day to boost his albumin levels. Plasma transfusions contain various proteins, including albumin, and can help replenish albumin levels and improve its binding capacity.

Timber is still on restricted calories because he is in danger of re-feeding syndrome. He has also lost a little weight because he had some wound edema that was adding to his water weight, which he no longer has. Timber is one of the most emaciated dogs we have ever saved. The fluid around his wounds gave the impression he was larger than he actually was. Now that his edema has gone down, we can see how emaciated he actually is, which is heartbreaking. If you look at the top left photo, you will be shocked to see how much of his spine and ribs are exposed. The good news is he is able to keep his food down and has a healthy appetite.

The most remarkable change is seeing the light return to Timber’s eyes. It's as if a light bulb has come on, and he can finally see and react to everyone around him. He has not shown any aggression and has been as sweet as can be. Timber’s recovery is expected to be a long and expensive process. I want to think the worst is over for this special boy, but sadly, that is not the case. He still has lots of obstacles to overcome.

I never thought we would reach the point we are today. He has survived surgery and can begin to heal without the burden of infection and necrotic tissue. We may still have to debride certain areas, but that is normal given how extensive his wounds were. Having the drains in will help us stay on top of his infection and do cultures without having to do surgery.

We are committed to saving Timber. His Quality of Life has improved dramatically. We are boosting him up with supplemental care, but we are not keeping him alive. He is alive because he has chosen to fight for his life. Our worry was always that he would give up and stop fighting to live. Watching him engage with the Specialists and Vet Techs. has shown everyone that Timber wants to be here.

I will be begging for donations for Timber’s medical care for as long as it takes for him to get healthy. This is not a sprint but a long Journey for him to regain his Life. No animal should ever have to know the abuse and hardship that Timber has known. You are a significant part of his survival. Without your love and donations, none of this would be possible. Thanks for being there for Timber and us. Your love and support keep us going.

18/07/2025

TIMBER appears to be Brighter today. Please, keep him in your prayers.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1230

I am doing my best to stay on top of the pups at Noah’s Ark Rescue and keep everyone informed about Timber, as he is in Critical Condition.

Last night was a bit of a rollercoaster with Timber, but by the end, he seemed more lively than he has in a while! At one point, his glucose level dropped significantly, so he was given a bolus of dextrose to help him recover. He also had signs of re-feeding syndrome when his albumin dropped too low.

His Surgical and ER Team decided he was not strong enough to undergo the surgery they had originally planned for today. His vitals indicated he would not survive anesthesia. It was determined that Timber would benefit from another transfusion, and a unit of plasma after his transfusion. His calorie intake was also increased throughout the day, which he was able to tolerate.

The Surgical Team and their Specialists have determined that they need to debride the necrotic tissue and remove any foreign matter for Timber to have the best possible chance of survival. Their plan tomorrow, if he continues to improve, is to debride the tissue on his back. The large ulcers will be cleaned, opened, and dead tissue removed. Debridement is a crucial step in wound care as it promotes healing by removing barriers to tissue regeneration and reducing the risk of infection.

Timber’s team believes that he is more alert and brighter than he has been since his arrival. His first transfusion was what his body needed, but it was not enough to perk him up with everything else going on in his body. Tonight, he is definitely brighter. He is getting lots of small meals with a higher calorie count, which can also be perking him up. His glucose levels have also remained stable since last night.

The other critical element in any animal’s Will to Live is being surrounded by Veterinarians, Surgeons, and veterinary technicians who adore each animal they are caring for. Timber is surrounded by people who love him unconditionally. His recovery is a team effort that would not be possible without the dedicated staff at CVRC. It has never been about the money with them. It has always been about the animal’s quality of Life, which is why we use them for every animal.

I would call today a WIN for Timber. I greatly appreciate everyone’s love and support. I always say, it takes one evil person to damage an animal and a Village to save them after the abuse. Thanks for being our Village and Timber’s Lifeline. I hope this update brings you comfort, knowing everything that could possibly be done for Timber is being done. If he died tomorrow, he would know what a Lifetime of unconditional Love feels like.

17/07/2025

GRAPHIC******Update on Timber at CVRC in Charleston, SC

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs/1229

My heart aches for this beautiful dog we are calling Timber. CVRC did X-rays yesterday and discovered he did not have any broken bones and had not been hit by a vehicle. The wounds on his body are because he has been starved and was too weak to move his body around. He developed pressure sores that became necrotic.

He was covered with fleas that had inflamed most of the skin on his back, causing an infection. Every wound and inflamed area of skin was covered with maggots eating away at the dead tissue. His anemia is due to all the parasites that have been feeding on this poor pup. He received a blood transfusion late last night that went into the early morning hours. His blood values did improve, but he still has a long way to go to return to normal.

Timber is still too weak to stand. The most significant issues we are dealing with are that he is borderline septic, and he is very close to having re-feeding syndrome. He can only have tiny meals until his electrolytes stabilize. I want to give Timber the best possible chance, but I am realistic enough to know that even with the best medical care, we may be too late.

Timber is in the best possible ER facility for a dog in his condition. He has a team of specialists and surgeons who are overseeing every aspect of his medical care. He is in the ICU and will remain there for as long as it takes to turn his life around. The minute I feel like he does not have any fight left in him to live, I will lovingly allow him to cross over the Rainbow Bridge.

I am taking it minute by minute with Timber. CVRC is aware of my concerns regarding his quality of life. We have to be making progress that Timber can sustain. Tomorrow will be a big day regarding how much food we can safely get into him. If he is tolerating his feeding, we will consider doing surgery on his wounds to rid his body of as much infection as possible. Once that is done, he will have the best possible chance of surviving.

Please, keep Timber in your prayers. The hardest part for Timber was surviving the horrible, painful neglect he endured. Timber was being eaten alive by all the parasites on his body. Once we rid his body of the parasites, he will finally have a chance at living.

Timber's medical bills are through the roof, and we just started his medical treatment. We are in this for the long haul until Timber lets us know he is done. I never put a price tag on a dog's life and am not going to start with Timber. Please continue to donate until he is out of the hospital.

16/07/2025

TIMBER Update.

TIMBER is in the process of getting a transfusion now and will be receiving that for most of the night. It turns out he was not hit by a car but has been severely neglected and abused. I will have more of an update in the morning, but I did want everyone to know that he is alive and in ICU. He is critical and will be for several more days while the Specialists address his immediate Life-Threatening needs.

Our hope is he survives the night and is strong enough for the Criticalists to do their Magic. He is more animated than he was when he arrived and loves getting treats from the staff.

Next update will be around Noon tomorrow.

15/07/2025

BEAUFORT, SC......5 y/o Shepherd Husky Mix CRITICAL, in need of Emergency Medical Care. Please. Help Us, Help Him by DONATING.

https://www.noahs-arks.net/animal/view/timber-bcacs

YEMASSEE, SC.... Every second I get is spent doing everything humanly possible to save a dog. It does not matter where the dog is located; the pleas for help never stop. The critical calls in Beaufort and Jasper County always get top priority because that is where we are located. Beaufort County contacted us with a crucial case that required their assistance. We are their Last Resort when they reach out to us.

Timber appeared to have crawled in next to a bush and a house and could not move. All local shelters in and out of our area were full. The Animal Control Officer contacted Beaufort County to see if they would offer assistance for a dog out of their County. As they always do, BCACS could not turn their back on an injured dog that needed immediate medical care. At the end of the day, I like to think we all do our best for an animal in need.

I soon realized this poor dog did not have the luxury of me taking my time to figure out if I could offer assistance. It was now or never, and I knew it when I saw his condition. I immediately instructed them to take him to CVRC in Charleston, SC. If we were going to save him, that was the best Emergency Care facility within a 300-mile radius. There is nothing they cannot handle, and they have the most qualified and experienced Specialists in the Country, which is why all of our animals go there.

I am assuming Timber was hit by a car since he was found about half a mile from Interstate 95. I also think he was able to walk briefly until he collapsed in a stranger's yard. BCACS is en route to Charleston now. I don't know any more than what I have mentioned above. What I do know is we need to raise funds so we can get Timber the medical care he needs to survive. As soon as I receive information from CVRC, I will post an update.

Timber appears to be a Shepherd / Husky Mix that we believe is around 5 years old with no identification.

In the meantime, we need help with funds so he can get the best possible medical care and give him the best chance of survival.

Please Donate to Timber's Medical Care.