Our Sick and Injured Dogs
Some of the dogs we rescue have severe illnesses or other serious medical issues that are much more costly than the money brought in by adoption fees. To help nurse these dogs through their medical needs so that they can eventually become healthy and
NOTE: In the event that donation amounts are raised in excess of the required vetting for any particular clinic dog, the overage will be used to assist other current or future New Rattitude clinic dogs. All clinic funds stay within the clinic specifically for dogs with special financial health needs.
Klondike, Polly, and Sweetpea – Heartworm Disease
Shelter dogs with heartworm disease are often overlooked because of the cost to treat them, not to mention the burden on their guardians to supervise them closely for the 2-3 month period it takes to rid their bodies of the parasitic worm infection inside their hearts. Without treatment, these dogs would have died a horrific death. New Rattitude rescued them, found loving foster homes to care for, supervise, and help them on their way to recovery.
We could use YOUR help with donations to pay for the treatment. If you can offer a gift, big or small, click on the “sponsor this dog” button below. Thank you!
Last updated: 09/08/2021
If you prefer, you can mail a check or money order to:
New Rattitude
P.O. Box 91
DeWitt, MI 48820
Please be sure to write “Sponsor Heartworm Treatment” in the note field of your check.
THANK YOU!
Hank – Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Five-year-old Hank was rescued from a local Georgia animal shelter, obviously underweight. On June 6th, he took a turn for the worse and was rushed to the ER vet – Hank was lethargic, dehydrated, and had very low blood pressure and blood sugar. He also had fluid in his abdominal and chest cavities. An endoscopic biopsy was performed to diagnose Hank’s condition and determine an appropriate course of treatment. He is back in his foster home and on medication that is making him feel better while we await the results of the test. We don’t know what Hank’s total vet bill will be, but so far have incurred $4,000 in emergency vet bills.
Please join us in cheering Hank on to good health and, if you can afford to do so, chip in a little to help New Rattitude with his medical costs. Thank you!
Update 6/15/2021: Hank has been diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease, a treatable condition!
Last updated: 10/17/2021
If you prefer, you can mail a check or money order to:
New Rattitude
P.O. Box 91
DeWitt, MI 48820
Please be sure to write “Sponsor Hank” in the note field of your check.
THANK YOU!