Abner??

Abner is ready to meet his new family

Abner arrived at Red Lake Rosie's Rescue in April, 2015, badly injured and starved very nearly to death. He spent weeks gaining back the proper amount of weight. Then, his leg had to be amputated because it was too damaged to repair. Perhaps most remarkable is that he retains a sunny disposition despite the cruelty he has suffered.

UPDATES FROM ACT V:

May 2

He's getting around ok on three legs, he's home with his foster mom, and to quote her, "It's smooth sailing from here on in...!"
How very true.
Send him a smooch!

May 5
He's getting a lot of love in his foster home and some much-needed rest.

We don't take limb removal lightly, but sometimes it's a necessary evil in order to save a life. Not just save a life - our goal is to give that very life high quality.

Don't ever think our decisions don't weigh on our hearts and minds.

We love you, Abner, and we've cared for many a three-legged dog.

May 8
It's a 'Happy-Face-Friday!'
Thank you South Hyland Pet Hospital for taking such good care of Abner.
Count 'em... 1-2-3-4 smiling faces!

May 14
Abner seems to be adjusting quite well!
We have to think his pain is greatly reduced compared to what it once was.
He is a gem of a dog.
Meet Abner!

May 20
Abner is feeling better....

:-)

PREVIOUS RLRR POSTS ABOUT ABNER:
http://redlakerosie.blogspot.com/2015/04/abner-arrives-at-rlrr-near-death.html
http://redlakerosie.blogspot.com/2015/04/world-is-better-with-abner-in-it.html
http://redlakerosie.blogspot.com/2015/04/abner-back-from-brink.html
http://redlakerosie.blogspot.com/2015/04/abners-surgery.html
http://redlakerosie.blogspot.com/2015/04/abner-check-out-my-shades.html

Abner: Check out my shades!

Abner is enjoying the the beautiful weather while he rests and recovers. He's a cool dude!

UPDATE FROM FOSTER HOME:
I am fostering the love bug Abner. We had a nice quiet day yesterday following his surgery. He is getting around great on three legs. He is such a nice boy who gets along with my other 4 dogs and 2 cats. Thank you for saving him!!!

Abner's surgery

We are very grateful that ACT V Rescue & Rehabilitation agreed to take in Abner to continue his recovery. He had gained back enough weight and strength to address the orthopedic issues with his damaged rear leg.

UPDATE FROM ACT V:

Well, Lord knows we tried.
Abner had to have his leg amputated last night.
The surgery went well, and we are hoping his pain will be relieved with the leg gone.
He was assessed yesterday, and his X-rays revealed a fractured acetabulum and pelvis. He had a cruciate rupture and patella luxation. He had been dragging his back end around town, but hopefully very soon he'll be a frolicking, happy three-legged dog!
He'll be back with his foster mom very soon, and then the loving begins...!

Abner: Back from the brink

It has been just over 3 weeks since Abner came to Red Lake Rosie’s nearly dead. See earlier post: http://redlakerosie.blogspot.com/2015/04/abner-arrives-at-rlrr-near-death.html. Many people have been asking how Abner is doing, so we thought a few photos and update would be nice.

ABNER NOW AT RLRR

ABNER AFTER A WEEK AT THE VET, FINALLY ABLE TO STAND

Abner is gaining weight rapidly. He is solid as a rock! He has been eating grain free kibble, canned puppy food, and has received some excellent supplements from Linda including high calorie food additive, mineral and vitamins and a liquid form of nutrical. He has many animal friends at the shelter 

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Abner has been neutered and vaccinated and wormed. The next step in his recovery will be an xray of the rear leg and anticipated orthopedic surgery. Red Lake Rosie’s Rescue will be looking for a rescue to take Abner’s case on.

ABNER'S BACK WOUND NOW

ABNER'S BACK WOUND TWO WEEKS AGO

Abner is a wonderful dog and we are so happy that he is recovering and has a bright future. It's amazing what good food, love and a safe place can do to help animals.

We thank all the RLRR supporters, Linda, Terry and the Cornerstone Veterinary Service for helping pull Abner through the uncertain days!

Sincerely, Karen

Abner arrives at RLRR near death

ABNER AFTER A WEEK OF VET CARE

We first met Abner when Aris brought him to the shelter as surrender- then Abner was near death. His temperature was dropping and he lay motionless in the crate. Aris then drove him to the vet as we wanted to get him help.

ABNER ON ARRIVAL TOO WEAK TO MOVE

Abner lingered between life and death for several days and was on iv fluids. He was severely malnourished and dehydrated. Finally, Abner began to eat small amounts of A/D canned food and had enough strength to stand up and then take a few steps.

Abner spent the next week in the vet hospital getting both love and the start of nutrition. Dr. Bob, Dr. Marcine, Terry, and Lori were giving him the best care and attention possible. He has this very sweet disposition and wins the hearts of all that meet him.