Somebody Named Him "Dublin"

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Somebody named him Dublin. Maybe they were hoping that the "luck of the Irish" would grace him along with the name. But it didn't, not by a long shot.
Dublin was an adorable puppy like any other doodle puppy...like yours, maybe. He was purchased somewhere by someone with the best intentions of loving him and taking care of him.
But Dublin's owner had some bad luck of her own, and maybe made some bad choices, and poor Dublin had no choice at all. He ended up in an abusive situation, with no vet care of any kind, and no way to protect himself.
Dublin's owner had to get out of the abusive situation, too, and she couldn't take Dublin with her. But she loved him enough to try to find a safe place for him.
It wasn't easy.
Dublin is five years old. He is big and black, and in spite of his fluffy coat, he sheds. He isn't neutered and hasn't had any vet care in years. He had fleas, infections in both ears, and open sores. He has a severe infection from untreated lacerations to his legs which were caused by abuse from a human or another dog.
And he's losing his eyesight.
Dublin has a cataract in one eye, and is developing one in the other eye. This is a congenital condition which will lead to total blindness if it isn't surgically corrected. You don't even want to know how many thousands of dollars the surgery costs.
With shame, I must tell you that I didn't think we should take him. We are drowning in homeless doodles, and we have Matt, with his sarcoptic mange and heartworm treatment to cover. Fortunately for Dublin, the decision wasn't mine. And there really wasn't any decision to make, when you get down to it. There was nowhere else for him to go. A shelter would have euthanized him on the spot, and none of the other rescues would take him.
Dublin is now in a DRC foster home; he has been treated for fleas and is taking several different antibiotics for his infections. He will be seeing a specialist for his eyes. And his foster mom says he is the biggest sweetheart in the world. As cruel as life has been to Dublin, Dublin still loves life, and he still loves people. He is housebroken, a perfect gentleman in his foster home, and is kind and gentle with every living creature he encounters. He is so grateful for any love and attention he gets. He may have multiple medical issues, but there's not a thing wrong with Dublin's great big doodle heart.
Maybe a little bit of that luck of the Irish did come with his name after all. Maybe you can help us make sure Dublin's luck is finally changing.
If you can help the DRC help Dublin, please use the Paypal "chip-in" link below. Donations will be used solely for Matt & Dublin's veterinary expenses.
From the bottom of his heart, Dublin thanks you.

 

 (PS: To read about Matt, our HW+ doodle, click here:)

http://www.doodlekisses.com/profiles/blogs/matt-update

[Kyoko]

Thank you for posting. Chipin done!

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

Please Help Save His Eyesight!

After having a dog for many years who looked so similar and was also blind I hope we find some help. One Eye Can Be Saved and that would mean so much.

[F, Calla & Luca]

Done!

[Adrianne Matzkin]

Awww, you guys just make me cry tears of gratitude for your huge hearts!! I just love you Karen! Kyoko, Jo and F - I just love having you in my family!!!! God's bless you!
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[Adrianne Matzkin]

Made my donation to Dublin!

[Adrianne Matzkin]

You know it!

[Nina, Phil, Harlow & Lacey]

Chipin done as well.

[Adrianne Matzkin]

Love you! Thanks!!!

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

Good luck Dublin - I gave a little and hope it can help.

[Adrianne Matzkin]

Thank you so much!! Every penny truly helps but the most important part is that you care! The amount does not matter - your heart does!!

[Meridith and Lola]

Very sad story - feel better Dublin..
Chipin done!

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Thank you all so much for helping Dublin! I know he would give you each a great big doodle kiss if he could!