FurFriends Animal Rescue, INC.

Freddy

Look at little Freddy go!!!! He is doing soooo much better. He is still on 3 types of antibiotics. He is also doing his water therapy and learning to walk around with no braces. We need continued prayers and positive thoughts for this little guy… He is so precious and we are so hopeful that he will continue recovering and that the potential diagnosis is incorrect or will stop progressing forever and he can live out his life. His prognosis is still extremely guarded… The most possible reason for all these issues is not something we wanted to hear at all. The disease is called Neosporosis. “Neosporosis is an important neuromuscular disease of domestic dogs world-wide. The causative parasite, Neospora caninum, cycles between canine definitive hosts and herbivore intermediate hosts, most notably cattle. Congenital N. caninum infections occur in both cattle and dogs. Disease: Clinical neosporosis is a result of the proliferation of tachyzoites within tissues leading to inflammation, granulomata formation, and necrosis. Tachyzoites are present within many tissues, but clinical signs are most often neuromuscular. Disease is most severe in congenitally infected puppies. More than one littermate will develop paralysis of rear limbs, often with hyperextension, beginning 3 to 9 weeks after birth. Muscle atrophy and contracture become evident. Cervical weakness and dysphagia lead to death. Neosporosis is often observed in dogs less than six months of age, but dogs of any age can be affected. Neosporosis in adult dogs may result from recent infection with N. caninum or recrudescence of an existing infection as a result of pregnancy or other immune-compromising condition. Multifocal central nervous system signs or polymyositis are most commonly observed, but other manifestations reported include myocarditis, dermatitis, and pneumonia. https://capcvet.org/guidelines/neosporosis/

Mateo

Mateo is playing fetch with his new foster. He is doing so good. 😍👍

This is an unusual request for us….‼️WE NEED A KITTY FOSTER WITHIN 1.5 hours OF PORTLAND OR. ‼️ We were contacted regarding a very sweet kitty who’s momma is very sick and on hospice. She was crying and very worried because her kitty has no one if she passes. We want to help, but we don’t have any kitty fosters. Molly is 1 year old, loves people even children, dogs and other cats. She is a sweetheart. Indoor kitty only. Cat box trained and very well mannered. If you can help Ms. Molly we will provide everything needed. Apply to foster Kitty Molly on furfriendsrescue.com

Merlin

Merlin did great at his neuter appointment. What a champ. He came out wagging his tail 😍❤️

Freddie

Freddie went to the doctor today. His blood numbers are looking little bit better. He seems to be getting stronger. He is in good spirits, eating, drinking and playing like a puppy should. Therapy is very important in his recovery. Freddie’s wonderful foster makes sure he gets the exercise he needs. ❤️

The kitten (Syd) is fascinated by our little Freddie and Freddie loves the foster kittie. They both love Oro’s tail. (Yes, he now Freddie has a rope chew toy that his foster swapped out for him.) 🤣🤣🤣😆❤️

Freddie

Good morning Freddie’s followers 😍 Here is a Video of little Freddie in his brace. His walk is much steadier and his right front rarely buckles at all. We think the nutrition and his antibiotic medicines are really working. ❤️ We are so happy to give you this update. He is getting stronger and he is a very happy little guy 😍

Freddie

Little Freddie is learning that his braces are not a chew toy and they are not a bad thing. 🥰 Training your dog to wear extra gear takes time. Isn’t he just the cutest little 2 lbs bundle of joy? 😍 Freddy’s story: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/gfSMbMDDMNnqzghN/?

Teddy

Teddy had a bath to wash off the shelter and start a new life. He is so very sweet and friendly.