Courage the Rescue Pup

  • Home
  • Courage the Rescue Pup

Courage the Rescue Pup Courage was rescued by Detroit Pit Crew in August 2016 with severe injuries including a broken jaw, damaged eye, two legs requiring surgery, and infection

Detroit Pit Crew rescued Courage in August of 2016. He had been abandoned in a box with severe injuries including a broken jaw, broken zygomatic arch and massive infection and swelling. It was unknown as to whether he would lose his eye due to the injuries. The fabulous team at Center Line Veterinary Hospital provided emergency medical care, and were able to place drainage tubes in his head, admin

ister IV fluids and antibiotics, and render other necessary emergency care. Due to their quick and fantastic care, Courage's eye was saved, and he began on his road to recovery. Due to the age of the break in his jaw, it was determined that surgery would not be the best course of action. The jaw was allowed to heal naturally under the supervision of the veterinary team, and was able to fuse in an alignment that allows him to eat, drink, and play as a normal puppy would- it just is a bit sore from time to time now. It was also discovered that he had had a fractured femur, as well as damage to his front leg/growth plate. Courage was seen by an orthopedic surgeon in October 2016, and it was decided that the best course of action would be to operate on his front leg to realign the bones from the fractures. His rear leg required an FHO operation - the head of the femur was removed and the end of the femur reshaped to function as the ball in the socket of the hip. The FHO was successful, and our little guy recovered beautifully from that surgery. Unfortunately, the surgery performed on his front leg was successful at first, but due to the growth plate issue, it was not successful in the long range. The leg continued to cause Courage significant pain and prevented him from walking, running, and playing as a typical puppy should. Even with prescription medication, he was still in significant pain throughout each and every day. It was necessary to amputate his leg to provide him with a better quality of life - better mobility and less pain in the long term. His front right leg and scapula were amputated on January 5, 2017. Courage recovered beautifully, and now runs and plays just as a pup his age should! Courage loves everyone he meets - human and animal. He loves to play with his fur-siblings, Gracie and Malcolm, and spends his days chasing toys, playing fetch, wrestling with his fur-sibs, cuddling his humans, and living his best life. Courage loves to go out on the town, and has been known to use his puppy dog eyes to get pets and treats everywhere he goes. Despite his rough start, Courage is one happy, loving, silly, cuddly little guy. He's adapted to everything that life has thrown at him and brings unbelievable fun and joy to his family and friends.

Dad has popcorn in a delightful holiday tin. I too enjoy popcorn in a delightful holiday tin.  Perhaps if I make myself ...
22/12/2024

Dad has popcorn in a delightful holiday tin. I too enjoy popcorn in a delightful holiday tin.
Perhaps if I make myself tall, he will reward me for my balance skills by sharing said popcorn.

Guys, it has finally happened.  It was so cold out today that I didn't even want to put my on my coat and explore the ya...
13/12/2024

Guys, it has finally happened. It was so cold out today that I didn't even want to put my on my coat and explore the yard. I did my business, and bolted right back inside to get wrapped in a blanket that Mom warmed up in the dryer for me. I'm not coming out until spring. Nope. Uh-uh. No way!!

Happy Thanksgiving,  everyone! Mom tried to get a good picture of me waiting patiently for my special meal, but it smell...
28/11/2024

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Mom tried to get a good picture of me waiting patiently for my special meal, but it smelled so delicious that I couldn't stop wiggling. Dad made us New York strip steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans, yum!!

You can't fool me, Mom!! I know that this is really the red pillow!! And it is mine, all mine!!
26/11/2024

You can't fool me, Mom!! I know that this is really the red pillow!! And it is mine, all mine!!

I was just about to take a nap, when the glorious smell of chicken wafted past my nose.  Now I'm wide awake and waiting ...
01/11/2024

I was just about to take a nap, when the glorious smell of chicken wafted past my nose. Now I'm wide awake and waiting for it to make its way to me...mmmmm....

Just a guy and his gator
27/10/2024

Just a guy and his gator

Nothing like a lazy Sunday watching Casper with my mom. It find that it is more interesting if I watch upside down so th...
20/10/2024

Nothing like a lazy Sunday watching Casper with my mom. It find that it is more interesting if I watch upside down so that she is distracted by my cute little squished ears.

Sometimes when the red pillow is in the washer, a guy just has to rest his head on mom's lap and look pitiful until it i...
14/10/2024

Sometimes when the red pillow is in the washer, a guy just has to rest his head on mom's lap and look pitiful until it is done. That way I get it back right as soon as it is done - it is a trick of the trade!

Cozy couch, special dinner, and tummy rubs galore. I'm the happiest boy!
10/10/2024

Cozy couch, special dinner, and tummy rubs galore. I'm the happiest boy!

Sometimes mom forgets how cute and little I was at first, then one of these gems pop up. I was flipping adorable!
08/10/2024

Sometimes mom forgets how cute and little I was at first, then one of these gems pop up. I was flipping adorable!

Big Brother Malcolm's eyebrows are getting more and more white by the day. They are so expressive!
25/09/2024

Big Brother Malcolm's eyebrows are getting more and more white by the day. They are so expressive!

Here I am, just relaxing with my Gotcha Day gator. Yesterday was the big day, and I got to get this nifty new toy, enjoy...
12/09/2024

Here I am, just relaxing with my Gotcha Day gator. Yesterday was the big day, and I got to get this nifty new toy, enjoy some sweet potatoes, go for a sniffy walk, play with my snuffle mat, get endless pets and snuggles, and mom even let me have some vanilla ice cream!! It was awesome!! It was the perfect 8 year Gotcha Day.

Mom will never be able to resist our cuteness if we hold hands and look pitiful, right? We are going to score so many sn...
17/08/2024

Mom will never be able to resist our cuteness if we hold hands and look pitiful, right? We are going to score so many snacks this way!

This car sling is so relaxing!
26/07/2024

This car sling is so relaxing!

First time at a restaurant,  I'm loving this beach bum life!!
18/07/2024

First time at a restaurant, I'm loving this beach bum life!!

Sun time, fun time!!
14/07/2024

Sun time, fun time!!

Mom, you think that you are so sneaky up there taking pictures of me. I have news for you- you are busted!! Now you must...
11/06/2024

Mom, you think that you are so sneaky up there taking pictures of me. I have news for you- you are busted!! Now you must endure the dreaded stink eye for interrupting my peaceful sunbathing!

Mom, can we sleep on the couch tonight? Pretty please? It is so comfy!
09/06/2024

Mom, can we sleep on the couch tonight? Pretty please? It is so comfy!

Address


Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Courage the Rescue Pup posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Videos

Shortcuts

  • Address
  • Alerts
  • Videos
  • Claim ownership or report listing
  • Want your business to be the top-listed Pet Store/pet Service?

Share