RED THE LABRADOODLE NEEDS YOUR HELP!

[Jacquie Yorke (DRC)]

 

Poor Red had a rough start in life.

Purchased from a breeder as a pup, this beautiful 3 year old boy was always a bit shy and fearful and really needed the kind of time, attention and socialization his family were not prepared to provide for a puppy. He was left in the care of nannies most of the time who basically crated and neglected him. Always wonderful with humans particularly children, in his isolation poor Red became more and more fearful, anxious and reactive to humans. This behavior was attributed to separation anxiety and aggression.

In reality Red was in excruciating pain.

After noticing his awkward gait, his tendency to favor one side and his sensitivity to touch foster mom Liz Syring immediately had a veterinarian x-ray this boy and veterinary specialists evaluate the films.

We have discovered that Red is suffering from hip dysplasia in both hips. His left hip being worse than the right, he has probably been in pain his entire adult life. His former owners were completely unaware of Red's condition prior to surrendering Red to our custody.

The prognosis is that Red will need surgery within the next 18 months to 2 years to correct his hip dysplasia. In the meantime his condition is being managed with good nutrition, daily glucosamine and chondroitin exercise and pain medication.

Red has become a completely different dog in foster care. Now that his pain is being properly managed and he is receiving all of the love, time and attention he has always needed and deserved the change in him has been nothing short of miraculous.

This is poor sad, misunderstood and neglected boy is finally finding some peace, happiness and relief from his pain. He is a wonderful, sweet loving and well-mannered and devoted companion who loves to play and stick close to his caregivers. It gives his foster mom and all of us here at DRC so much joy to see Red finally enjoying his life!

DRC is raising funds to cover the costs of Red's hip surgery and promises to cover his expenses even after he is adopted to a wonderful family.

 

You can help DRC make good on our promise to Red and his new family by donating to "Red's Fund."

 

All donations will be used for Red's surgery, rehabilitation and long term care and we will update you all on his progress.

On behalf of Red and other doodle dogs in need, we thank you so much for your generosity, support and friendship!

[Tina, Clover, Plus 5 More]

Poor Red, I hope enough money is raised for this worthy dood.

[Jennifer,Chloe & Myla]

Such a sad story. I wish dogs could talk. He would have had a better life.

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

It always amazes me how resilient these guys are.  After all that he has been through now that he's is a loving foster home and no longer in constant pain, he's beginning to enjoy life.  He has a future now...

[Rose Ann and Amante]

This breaks my heart. The poor thing, all animals not just our special doodles should be treat as the angels they are. I will pray for Red to find the forever family he deserves.

[Allyson, Peri & Taquito]

I gave what I could. If everyone gave a little, it would add up to a lot!

Poor Red...please keep us posted. I should actually not say "poor" Red as the DRC has saved him and made his life much better already.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Thank you for letting us help this beautiful dog!!

[Leslie and Halas]

Poor guy.  I'm so happy that he's getting the medical and personal attention that he needs.  Halas just donated the change that he's been saving for awhile.

[Melody & Bruin]

Bruin is happy to help, best of luck to Red! 

[Eva]

What a fantastic job figuring out his problem. Thank goodness someone noticed and he is getting the care that he needs. I hope more people contribute. With all of our members a little bit will go a long way. I put some $ in happily. God bless this little guy :)

[Liz Syring]

To all the DRC/DK friends of Red:

I'm the lucky fostermom who is helping Red. He came to my house walking slowly and stiffly and had a very serious demeanor. He really acted like an "old dog". He is also quite fearful of strangers, loud noises and tall men (too bad for my 6'4" husband).  We are working diligently to rehabilitate him, both physically and emotionally. He is on arthitic pain meds with glucosamine daily as well as prescribed exercise twice daily. Luckily, he LOVES to walk on the leash. He also loves to snuggle and has taken to sleep between my husband and myself at night (my tall husband is so less scary when he's horizontal!!).  Red is now starting to play like the  youngster he is, running after tennis balls and trying to coax Seamus into chasing him in the backyard. He also tries to occasionally stand up on his back legs and give me a wet slobbery kiss on the face. What a very sweet boy who I suspect will need his new hip in the very near future. He also will need to be on Glucosamine and arthritic medicines for the rest of his life. Thank you for helping us help this very deserving dog.

Liz

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

I'm going to donate when I get home tonight. How about starting up some sort of fundraiser for him? A while back I posted a link to a artist's site who says she does a lot of charity work. You could ask her to do a portraite for a lucky winner and charge $25 for entry into the draw... something like that.

 

Poor Red!

[Martha & Cooper]

What a beautiful boy!   I am happy to help!