Category: Awareness

Only 2 months into 2021 and it has taken a serious emotional and financial toll on our Sanctuary, but ultimately this is the nature of the work we do. Although we struggle, just looking at the faces of the dogs that call Paws Give Me Purpose Sanctuary home, makes it all worth it.

We come to you today asking for prayers for Tito. Tomorrow, Tito will be neutered and undergo an exploratory dental to try to figure out exactly what is going on in his mouth and receive the necessary treatment and care to help him feel better. 

Due to the nature of Tito’s behavioral issues, we originally had his surgery scheduled for mid-March in order to give him more time to decompress and begin to trust us humans, however, he has begun having some difficulty while eating and is pawing at the upper jaw of his mouth often. Our Veterinary team has decided to move up his surgery date and he will head in early tomorrow morning. 

At this time, Tito is not a cooperative doggie patient and it is safest for all involved to examine, draw blood, perform the necessary dental and neuter at one time. Thankfully, Tito has begun to come around to his caretaker here at the Sanctuary and she will be going with him for this appointment. 

To say we are on edge would be an understatement, but we firmly believe that relieving Tito’s discomfort will help with his behavior going forward. Dogs cannot tell us when they are in pain or aren’t feeling well other than to act out – and Tito most definitely is asking for our help. 

In turn, we are asking for your help. Our Vet bills at both our emergency Vet and regular Vet are sky high and on top of that Tito needs our urgent help too. 

We ask that you please dig deep down in your hearts for prayers, and those that are able their wallets – no amount is too small. Help give us the ability to continue our work and give all these precious unwanted souls their best lives unconditionally. 

Without your support, special needs dogs like Tito would have nowhere to go. Your donations saved his life and so many others. We thank you all for giving us the ability to do what we do.

Venmo: @PAWSGIVEMEPURPOSE-INC

PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/pawsgivemepurposeinc

Or use the donate button at the bottom of this page. 

If anyone is interested in sponsoring Tito’s or any of our other Sanctuary residents’ lifetime care, please reach out to us directly.

No matter who or what you believe in, we believe prayers are powerful. Today we are asking all of our followers and supporters to send your strongest healing prayers for Victor.

Yesterday Victor gave us an early morning scare when his breathing became labored; we rushed him to the ER fearing the worst, but were glad to hear that his chest X-ray looked good, even better than last time.

The Veterinary team decided to make an adjustment to his medication dosages and we are all hoping and praying this will be the help Victor needs.

Above all else, we at Paws Give Me Purpose put quality of life first, and Victor most certainly has shown us his desire for life.

Sadly, he was dumped at a shelter by those he thought loved him in neglectful condition, and we have been picking up the broken pieces of Victor’s heart and helping make him feel whole again. It goes without saying that we will do whatever is necessary to help Victor feel his best and be the most comfortable he can be. 

For those not familiar with Victor’s complete story, head over to: https://www.pawsgivemepurpose.com/welcome-victor/

Our promise to Victor is to provide a safe and loving environment for the rest of his life no matter how long he is with us, and we are committed to keeping this promise.

Once the love of someone’s life, this little old man has sadly found himself at a shelter just days away from Valentine’s Day – a day celebrating love and affection. 

This past weekend, we officially welcomed our newest Sanctuary resident, Mr. Charlie Freckles, to Paws Give Me Purpose.

At 15+ years of age and just 10 pounds this cutie pie was surrendered to the shelter after reportedly becoming snappy with people in the home. Since being in our care, it’s become clear that Charlie only becomes snappy because he’s in pain.

Upon examination, our Veterinary team noted that Charlie has significant dental disease, immature cataracts, a few dermal masses, and a slight abnormal hindlimb gait. He was friendly and cooperative throughout most of his exam, but because he’s so uncomfortable, he did become snappy during parts of his exam. 

We are currently treating him for pain and inflammation and are hoping he starts to feel a little better soon. He will need hindlimb radiographs and complete blood work in order to determine the best way for us to help him feel his best and enjoy his golden years to the fullest. 

We will never really know everything about Charlie’s life, but we do know that no senior should spend their days in a shelter. Charlie needed a comfy and cozy spot to continue his retirement, filled with nothing but love and happiness and with your support, we will make it happen!

Without your support, special needs dogs like Charlie Freckles would have nowhere to go. Your donations saved his life and so many others. We thank you all for giving us the ability to do what we do.

We ask that you please consider making a donation to help us with Charlie’s care.

Venmo: @PAWSGIVEMEPURPOSE-INC

PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/pawsgivemepurposeinc

Or use the donate button at the bottom of this page.

If anyone is interested in sponsoring Charlie’s lifetime care in Sanctuary, please reach out to us directly.