A DOG NAMED CATFISH

[Liz Mansour - Doggie Harmony]

 

A DOG NAMED CATFISH

PLEASE VISIT CATFISH @  http://adognamedcatfish.blogspot.com/

 

     We received an e-mail on Monday regarding a dog named Hunter who was at a south Georgia Animal Control facility,  in terrible condition due to injuries believed to be sustained by a car incident. He was very thin, and suspected to have many other issues. He had very little time left (actually he was on his last day). We decided to pull him and try to save his life. He needed a lifeline and quick.  Susan, one of our wonderful volunteers, drove from Gainesville to south Georgia on Monday and pulled this precious dog. Because of his big thick whiskers, his name is now Catfish.

    Liz N., one of our most experienced foster Mom's, is working night and day to nurse him back to health. She has extensive experience in treating injured wildlife, so Catfish is in the most capable hands considering all that he has going on right now. Catfish will be isolated from other animals for the next 30 days while recovering from Coccidia. We can't thank Liz N. enough for all she is doing. His injuries appear to be consistent with a dog that was chained or tied and dragged behind a car or truck. Many of the wounds are so deep, they go down into the muscle.

     Right now, it is touch and go for Catfish and we are all hoping and praying for this sweet boy. We took him to the vet Tuesday morning , below you will see the list of his medical conditions. If you can donate, we would be very very appreciative. No amount is too small as his expenses will likely exceed $2000. He has a long road ahead.

     Liz Mansour went to meet Catfish yesterday at Liz N.'s house. She took some photos (please see attached) and has reported that he is the most precious dog she has ever met. He is so loving, gentle and sweet, even though he is in horrible pain and such a sick little guy. He is beautiful and looking into his eyes tells us that he is truly special and deserves this chance.

 

Please follow Catfish's progress using the following link. There are photos and daily updates on his condition and new adventures. Catfish loves to read your comments and knowing so many people care and are pulling for him will hopefully help him to recover soon.  http://adognamedcatfish.blogspot.com/

Contribute to the "Catfish Fund"

Catfish has been diagnosed with so many issues it's hard to know where to start. We need help with his medical bills. His estimated care costs somewhere in the $2000 range. It's going to be a long road ahead, but we think that saving him, and telling his story will help educate others on the plight of just one shelter dog. We know that it means the world to him. We hope you agree.

Doggie Harmony is officially recognized by the IRS as a non-profit organization. Your generous donations are tax deductable and can be made via: Paypal www.paypal.com and donate to don...@doggieharmony.org or by mail to Doggie Harmony, PO Box 191362, Atlanta GA 31119. Or if you have any other questions related to Catfish or Doggie Harmony, please e-mail L...@doggieharmony.org.

Medical update/analysis as of July 20th, 2010:

~Treatment begun for Hookworm, Tapeworm, Roundworm and Whipworm

~Treatment has begun for Coccidia

~Treatment of antibiotics and topical flush and ointments for body wounds

~Supportive care for digestive issues (as a result of medication) and worms. High quality food source to help him gain weight (he's a 8 on a scale of 10 for emaciation).

~Pending: Treatment for HIGH Positive Heart Worm

~Pending: Alteration (his heart cannot withstand anesthetic at

this time

 

 

http://adognamedcatfish.blogspot.com/

 

Thanks so much.

Liz Mansour, Jamie Sprague and Catfish