I have been getting a number of emails about a product we used when Bella had no milk the first couple days with 13 puppies. This was a life saver! The product is from Fox Valley Animal Nutrition. They supply formula to most of the zoo's around the country. website is: foxvalleynutrition.com
We used Day One for Puppies along with the Miracle Nipples and 5ml syringes. NO TUBE Feeding! These nipples worked great and the little ones grew in leaps and bounds.
Here is a video of one of the 13 puppies we had this past summer.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any question.
You can email Nick Vlamis at nklc@aol.com. Tell him Mary Ann and Brenda sent you:)
No affiliation just very happy customers.
We used Day One for Puppies along with the Miracle Nipples and 5ml syringes. NO TUBE Feeding! These nipples worked great and the little ones grew in leaps and bounds.
Here is a video of one of the 13 puppies we had this past summer.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any question.
You can email Nick Vlamis at nklc@aol.com. Tell him Mary Ann and Brenda sent you:)
No affiliation just very happy customers.
Hello Everyone,
Today we arrived at Sun Valley Animal Clinic in Ketchum, Idaho. Barrett headed back to get prepped for surgery at 10:00AM this morning.
Last night, we enjoyed dinner with a few other Leo owners in Idaho who again welcomed us with open arms. Barb arranged for us to meet for dinner at a outside restaurant so Barrett and his sister Lilo could go.
Barrett got to play outside with Suzy's Leonberger, Lucy who is also a medical miracle like Barrett. Lucy had some trauma that occurred to her jaw at a young age and as a result had jaw cancer. Lucy is missing part of her jaw so the two handicap dogs had a great time.
I sit here again, in the vet clinic nervous and worried that my big baby, Barrett is going to be okay. This time I didn't have to walk and coax Barrett into the back he pranced into the back operating room no problem.
I have attached some pictures to be shared of his trip up here and before surgery. Barrett also has pictures with his sister, the German shepherd.
Thanks everyone for caring so much about Barrett.
Love,
Andrea & Barrett
Today we arrived at Sun Valley Animal Clinic in Ketchum, Idaho. Barrett headed back to get prepped for surgery at 10:00AM this morning.
Last night, we enjoyed dinner with a few other Leo owners in Idaho who again welcomed us with open arms. Barb arranged for us to meet for dinner at a outside restaurant so Barrett and his sister Lilo could go.
Barrett got to play outside with Suzy's Leonberger, Lucy who is also a medical miracle like Barrett. Lucy had some trauma that occurred to her jaw at a young age and as a result had jaw cancer. Lucy is missing part of her jaw so the two handicap dogs had a great time.
I sit here again, in the vet clinic nervous and worried that my big baby, Barrett is going to be okay. This time I didn't have to walk and coax Barrett into the back he pranced into the back operating room no problem.
I have attached some pictures to be shared of his trip up here and before surgery. Barrett also has pictures with his sister, the German shepherd.
Thanks everyone for caring so much about Barrett.
Love,
Andrea & Barrett
Another Leo in Need! Anyone who belongs to the LCA knows Pixie and Cajun. What many might not know is Cajun collapsed at LCA Specialty from Acute respiratory arrest! He has been at the emergency vet for a week now and his bill, so far, is over $13,000! While Pixie does have insurance for Cajun it will not cover all of the cost. Once is he stabilized he will have tie-back surgery which will be at least another $5,000+. If everyone in the LCA gave just $20 each we could help Cajun and Pixie in a dramatic way!
Jupiter was rescued after being turned into a shelter. Jupiter has glaucoma in both eyes and a bit of vision in one. I have contact the vets office and they are willing to give The Merlin Fund a 50% discount but it is still over $3000 for the surgery. This has been a terrible week. We have had requests for over $18,000 in help this week alone. Jupiter is with an LCA member and she is trying to provide the best care she can. Please visit www.themerlinfund.com and donate, if at all possible. THANK YOU !! Please earmark for "Jupiter" if you want your donation to go to him!
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Sadie is a Search and Rescue dog in need of a tendon and muscle repair. Currently the bill is estimated at $4,000. She works with a Leonberger and that is how she found out about the Merlin Fund. We are trying to help out a little!
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There is a Barrett update!
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Please donate to The Merlin Fund. We help people who can not afford medical care for their pets!
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https://youtu.be/44MgCLzuuFQ Barrett walking after hip surgery!
One down one to go!
Barrett is out of surgery and happy to see his Mommy!
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR MAKING THIS HAPPEN!!!Everything went according to schedule!! Happy New Year!
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR MAKING THIS HAPPEN!!!Everything went according to schedule!! Happy New Year!
Here is the video that Dr. Acker sent.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXeJRoAjk2o
The last two days have been very busy with some major developments that I thought you should all know about.
First, on the 23rd Barrett was taken in to get a pre-op evaluation. They took additional x-rays blood work, the basics. Barrett was given way too much sedative and the next 24 hours proved to be horrible for him. He was vomiting, crying, unable to stand for over 24 hours. The owner was also told that the hip replacement may have to be repeated as the replacement the surgeon was putting in may not be adequate when Barrett reached his full size. Needless to say that took on a flurry of research etc. that no one expected. The decision was made to seek another opinion.
Dr. Randy Acker was called in ID. I know a number of people had recommended him but they were trying to stay close to home. Dr. Acker was extremely helpful and offered to do the surgery on New Years Eve. Andi and Andrea are flying with Barrett to ID on Thursday December 30th!
The BIGGEST issue is that the Dr. in AZ insisted he be paid the total upfront and a week before surgery. He has cashed the check of $7350, so I can not even do a stop payment on the check. Dr. Acker has agreed to do each hip for $5000. The problem is getting the funds back from the AZ Dr. to pay Dr. Acker in just a 3 day span. If anyone has any ideas on how we can quickly get the funds back, I am all ears.
Please say a little extra prayer for Barrett tonight! There is a lot of stress going on at the moment, especially for Andrea!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXeJRoAjk2o
The last two days have been very busy with some major developments that I thought you should all know about.
First, on the 23rd Barrett was taken in to get a pre-op evaluation. They took additional x-rays blood work, the basics. Barrett was given way too much sedative and the next 24 hours proved to be horrible for him. He was vomiting, crying, unable to stand for over 24 hours. The owner was also told that the hip replacement may have to be repeated as the replacement the surgeon was putting in may not be adequate when Barrett reached his full size. Needless to say that took on a flurry of research etc. that no one expected. The decision was made to seek another opinion.
Dr. Randy Acker was called in ID. I know a number of people had recommended him but they were trying to stay close to home. Dr. Acker was extremely helpful and offered to do the surgery on New Years Eve. Andi and Andrea are flying with Barrett to ID on Thursday December 30th!
The BIGGEST issue is that the Dr. in AZ insisted he be paid the total upfront and a week before surgery. He has cashed the check of $7350, so I can not even do a stop payment on the check. Dr. Acker has agreed to do each hip for $5000. The problem is getting the funds back from the AZ Dr. to pay Dr. Acker in just a 3 day span. If anyone has any ideas on how we can quickly get the funds back, I am all ears.
Please say a little extra prayer for Barrett tonight! There is a lot of stress going on at the moment, especially for Andrea!
Barrett wishes everyone a MERRY CHRISTMAS and thank you for his new hips!
This lovely 9 month old Leo is Barrett. He is in a lot of pain with HD in both hips. Luckily his owner has pet insurance. But still she needs $5000 before the surgery can be done. Barrett can no longer walk and has to be satisfied with car rides to get his fresh air. Barrett is loved and owned by a 21 year old who is madly in love with him. They both need our help! Would you consider donating to so that Barrett can have a normal life? Thank you in advance!
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2.Pick a ribbon from below. this will go on the right side of the frame with a silver heart and a paw print or an angel wing and paw print (please pick one or the other)
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4. Write a personal note, if you wish too. ( a small card with Sorry for your Loss will be shipped with each frame)
$30.00 which includes shipping
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Shakespeare Animal Fund – “We help elderly, disabled and those whose total income does not exceed $23,000 to obtain emergency pet care. We pay the veterinarian directly, reducing out of pocket costs for low income pet owners who need to save their pet’s life.”
Pigger’s Pals – “A nonprofit organization that was designed to assist families in need seek specialty level care for their pets. The foundation will accept applications from individuals or families that require financial assistance to provide advanced medical and/or surgical veterinary care that will extend both quantity and quality of life for their pets that would otherwise not be available to them.”
Onyx and Breezy Foundation – supports medical treatment for animals where hardship is present as well as other endeavors that benefit the welfare of animals
Pet Fund – “The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need urgent veterinary care. Often animals are put down or suffer needlessly because their owners cannot afford expensive surgery or emergency vet visits. Companion animal owners must often make the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect urgent medical needs because of the costs involved. The purpose of the Pet Fund is to work towards a future where decisions about companion animal medical care need never be made on the basis of cost.”
Help-A-Pet – (630-986-9504) “Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the working poor. For lonely seniors, physically/mentally challenged individuals and children of working parents, pets represent much more than a diversion.”
American Animal Hospital Association – (1-866-4HELPETS) Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship.”
Angels 4 Animals – “A non-profit organization and a program of Inner Voice Community Services, has a mission to serve as the guardian angel of animals whose caretakers find themselves in difficult financial situations. At Angels4Animals we believe that animal owners should not have to say goodbye to the animals that they love. Our work is accomplished in conjunction with veterinary clinics across the country, eager to assist as many animals, and their owners, as possible. Our services range from financial aid to complete treatment to those pets and pet owners in need.”
Care Credit - This is the most readily available and easiest to obtain of all the financing options for CCL repair surgery. They offer a full range of payment plans with low/no interest for a set period, which depends on the agreement CareCredit has with your veterinarian's office. http://www.carecredit.com
Good Sam Fund - Good SAM (Special Assistance and Memorial Fund) was established to create financial aid for sick or injured animals who either are stray or client-owned animals in special circumstances. The fund is supported entirely by outside donations and your pet must meet one part of their criteria to be considered for financial assistance. http://www.goodsamfund.org
IMOM - IMOM is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 charity that receives all its money used to help animals from outside donations. The organization was founded in 1998 and since then they have raised over $1,000,000 and saved the lives of over 1,470 companion animals. http://www.imom.org
The Pet Fund - The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need veterinary care. Their mission is to help companion animal owners to avoid the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect medical needs because of the costs involved. http://www.thepetfund.com
United Animal Nations - Founded in 1987, United Animal Nations (UAN) is North America's leading provider of emergency animal sheltering and disaster relief services and a key advocate for the critical needs of animals. The LifeLine Grant Program offered by the UAN provides funding to Good Samaritans, animal rescuers, non-profit organizations and pet owners to help them care for animals in life-threatening situations. http://www.uan.org/index.cfm?navid=28
Pigger’s Pals – “A nonprofit organization that was designed to assist families in need seek specialty level care for their pets. The foundation will accept applications from individuals or families that require financial assistance to provide advanced medical and/or surgical veterinary care that will extend both quantity and quality of life for their pets that would otherwise not be available to them.”
Onyx and Breezy Foundation – supports medical treatment for animals where hardship is present as well as other endeavors that benefit the welfare of animals
Pet Fund – “The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need urgent veterinary care. Often animals are put down or suffer needlessly because their owners cannot afford expensive surgery or emergency vet visits. Companion animal owners must often make the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect urgent medical needs because of the costs involved. The purpose of the Pet Fund is to work towards a future where decisions about companion animal medical care need never be made on the basis of cost.”
Help-A-Pet – (630-986-9504) “Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the working poor. For lonely seniors, physically/mentally challenged individuals and children of working parents, pets represent much more than a diversion.”
American Animal Hospital Association – (1-866-4HELPETS) Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship.”
Angels 4 Animals – “A non-profit organization and a program of Inner Voice Community Services, has a mission to serve as the guardian angel of animals whose caretakers find themselves in difficult financial situations. At Angels4Animals we believe that animal owners should not have to say goodbye to the animals that they love. Our work is accomplished in conjunction with veterinary clinics across the country, eager to assist as many animals, and their owners, as possible. Our services range from financial aid to complete treatment to those pets and pet owners in need.”
Care Credit - This is the most readily available and easiest to obtain of all the financing options for CCL repair surgery. They offer a full range of payment plans with low/no interest for a set period, which depends on the agreement CareCredit has with your veterinarian's office. http://www.carecredit.com
Good Sam Fund - Good SAM (Special Assistance and Memorial Fund) was established to create financial aid for sick or injured animals who either are stray or client-owned animals in special circumstances. The fund is supported entirely by outside donations and your pet must meet one part of their criteria to be considered for financial assistance. http://www.goodsamfund.org
IMOM - IMOM is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 charity that receives all its money used to help animals from outside donations. The organization was founded in 1998 and since then they have raised over $1,000,000 and saved the lives of over 1,470 companion animals. http://www.imom.org
The Pet Fund - The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need veterinary care. Their mission is to help companion animal owners to avoid the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect medical needs because of the costs involved. http://www.thepetfund.com
United Animal Nations - Founded in 1987, United Animal Nations (UAN) is North America's leading provider of emergency animal sheltering and disaster relief services and a key advocate for the critical needs of animals. The LifeLine Grant Program offered by the UAN provides funding to Good Samaritans, animal rescuers, non-profit organizations and pet owners to help them care for animals in life-threatening situations. http://www.uan.org/index.cfm?navid=28
Shakespeare Animal Fund – “We help elderly, disabled and those whose total income does not exceed $23,000 to obtain emergency pet care. We pay the veterinarian directly, reducing out of pocket costs for low income pet owners who need to save their pet’s life.”
Pigger’s Pals – “A nonprofit organization that was designed to assist families in need seek specialty level care for their pets. The foundation will accept applications from individuals or families that require financial assistance to provide advanced medical and/or surgical veterinary care that will extend both quantity and quality of life for their pets that would otherwise not be available to them.”
Onyx and Breezy Foundation – supports medical treatment for animals where hardship is present as well as other endeavors that benefit the welfare of animals
Pet Fund – “The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need urgent veterinary care. Often animals are put down or suffer needlessly because their owners cannot afford expensive surgery or emergency vet visits. Companion animal owners must often make the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect urgent medical needs because of the costs involved. The purpose of the Pet Fund is to work towards a future where decisions about companion animal medical care need never be made on the basis of cost.”
Help-A-Pet – (630-986-9504) “Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the working poor. For lonely seniors, physically/mentally challenged individuals and children of working parents, pets represent much more than a diversion.”
American Animal Hospital Association – (1-866-4HELPETS) Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship.”
Angels 4 Animals – “A non-profit organization and a program of Inner Voice Community Services, has a mission to serve as the guardian angel of animals whose caretakers find themselves in difficult financial situations. At Angels4Animals we believe that animal owners should not have to say goodbye to the animals that they love. Our work is accomplished in conjunction with veterinary clinics across the country, eager to assist as many animals, and their owners, as possible. Our services range from financial aid to complete treatment to those pets and pet owners in need.”
Care Credit - This is the most readily available and easiest to obtain of all the financing options for CCL repair surgery. They offer a full range of payment plans with low/no interest for a set period, which depends on the agreement CareCredit has with your veterinarian's office. http://www.carecredit.com
Good Sam Fund - Good SAM (Special Assistance and Memorial Fund) was established to create financial aid for sick or injured animals who either are stray or client-owned animals in special circumstances. The fund is supported entirely by outside donations and your pet must meet one part of their criteria to be considered for financial assistance. http://www.goodsamfund.org
IMOM - IMOM is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 charity that receives all its money used to help animals from outside donations. The organization was founded in 1998 and since then they have raised over $1,000,000 and saved the lives of over 1,470 companion animals. http://www.imom.org
The Pet Fund - The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need veterinary care. Their mission is to help companion animal owners to avoid the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect medical needs because of the costs involved. http://www.thepetfund.com
United Animal Nations - Founded in 1987, United Animal Nations (UAN) is North America's leading provider of emergency animal sheltering and disaster relief services and a key advocate for the critical needs of animals. The LifeLine Grant Program offered by the UAN provides funding to Good Samaritans, animal rescuers, non-profit organizations and pet owners to help them care for animals in life-threatening situations. http://www.uan.org/index.cfm?navid=28
Pigger’s Pals – “A nonprofit organization that was designed to assist families in need seek specialty level care for their pets. The foundation will accept applications from individuals or families that require financial assistance to provide advanced medical and/or surgical veterinary care that will extend both quantity and quality of life for their pets that would otherwise not be available to them.”
Onyx and Breezy Foundation – supports medical treatment for animals where hardship is present as well as other endeavors that benefit the welfare of animals
Pet Fund – “The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need urgent veterinary care. Often animals are put down or suffer needlessly because their owners cannot afford expensive surgery or emergency vet visits. Companion animal owners must often make the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect urgent medical needs because of the costs involved. The purpose of the Pet Fund is to work towards a future where decisions about companion animal medical care need never be made on the basis of cost.”
Help-A-Pet – (630-986-9504) “Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the working poor. For lonely seniors, physically/mentally challenged individuals and children of working parents, pets represent much more than a diversion.”
American Animal Hospital Association – (1-866-4HELPETS) Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship.”
Angels 4 Animals – “A non-profit organization and a program of Inner Voice Community Services, has a mission to serve as the guardian angel of animals whose caretakers find themselves in difficult financial situations. At Angels4Animals we believe that animal owners should not have to say goodbye to the animals that they love. Our work is accomplished in conjunction with veterinary clinics across the country, eager to assist as many animals, and their owners, as possible. Our services range from financial aid to complete treatment to those pets and pet owners in need.”
Care Credit - This is the most readily available and easiest to obtain of all the financing options for CCL repair surgery. They offer a full range of payment plans with low/no interest for a set period, which depends on the agreement CareCredit has with your veterinarian's office. http://www.carecredit.com
Good Sam Fund - Good SAM (Special Assistance and Memorial Fund) was established to create financial aid for sick or injured animals who either are stray or client-owned animals in special circumstances. The fund is supported entirely by outside donations and your pet must meet one part of their criteria to be considered for financial assistance. http://www.goodsamfund.org
IMOM - IMOM is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 charity that receives all its money used to help animals from outside donations. The organization was founded in 1998 and since then they have raised over $1,000,000 and saved the lives of over 1,470 companion animals. http://www.imom.org
The Pet Fund - The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need veterinary care. Their mission is to help companion animal owners to avoid the difficult decision to put an animal down or neglect medical needs because of the costs involved. http://www.thepetfund.com
United Animal Nations - Founded in 1987, United Animal Nations (UAN) is North America's leading provider of emergency animal sheltering and disaster relief services and a key advocate for the critical needs of animals. The LifeLine Grant Program offered by the UAN provides funding to Good Samaritans, animal rescuers, non-profit organizations and pet owners to help them care for animals in life-threatening situations. http://www.uan.org/index.cfm?navid=28