In Phineas’s memory, we would like to introduce you all to the second of our 3 new arrivals, Prince.
Prince (aka shelter name Giuseppe) was brought in as a stray to the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter in very bad condition – so much so he could barely breathe.
This precious senior was wandering the streets, then sat alone and afraid at the shelter waiting for his family to come and take him home but that never happened.
One of our rescue partners, Remember Me Rescue NY, reached out pleading for a spot in Sanctuary as they feared the worst when they heard how bad his health was.
Prince has a serious heart murmur, severe dental disease, is extremely overweight and sludge was noted in his gallbladder. His coat is matted and extremely dirty; once he is feeling more comfortable here, he will be groomed.
Although his blood work does not show anything earth shattering for a senior dog, the echocardiogram did reveal the source of his breathing difficulties:
“Echocardiogram is consistent with degenerative valve disease and valve endocarditis which is a common age related change to mitral valve. This degenerative change with mitral valve results in the mitral valve not closing sufficiently.
Insufficient valve allows blood flow back into the left atrium. Inefficient blood flow causes a heart to work harder but less efficiently. The increased left ventricular pressure forces the atrium to stretch as an attempt to overcome elevated ventricle pressure. Moderate left atrial enlargement is also noted. Moderate sodium restriction is recommended, and cardiac therapy is warranted in this patient.”
Prince is now taking 5 different medications and eating a prescription diet in order to help him feel more comfortable and breathe easier. He has been here for a week and is already beginning to feel much better.
Although his history is a mystery, it is clear he was not properly cared for and it is way past time for him to get the urgent and necessary medical care he needs and deserves – and we need YOUR help in order to give him this second chance at life for no matter how long he is with us.
Please open your hearts and make a donation toward Prince’s care. Consider becoming his sponsor, or consider becoming a Sanctuary Guardian Angel.
WE CANNOT CONTINUE TO DO WHAT WE DO WITHOUT YOU!
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Paws Give Me Purpose Inc.
2 Jade Lane
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Directly toward our Vet bills:
House Paws Mobile Veterinary Service
(856) 234-5230