DALMATIAN FACTS & MYTHS

OUR MISSION

1. To tell Rosie's story.

2. To offer hope for dogs with similar challenges.

3. To provide some resources for others who may be searching for assistance for similar problems.

4. To provide INSPIRATION for those who may not feel that it is important enough, too expensive or too formidable to care for special animals.

5. To provide information that may help avoid illness or injury to other animals.

6. To provide links to other wonderfully informative and inspirational sites and research funds.

7. To provide information, for those intelligent enough to care, that may help lessen the onset, severity and consequences of AIHA.

8. Hopefully, to make you Smile a little, Laugh a little, Hope a little and Believe a little.

About dogs with disabilities: I have owned hundreds of animals in my lifetime, expensive purebreds and rescued mutts. I can honestly say, without reservation, that my best pets have been those that are disabled. They have not been the most trouble-free, in fact they usually require more care and energy. But the depth of my relationships with them, the enrichment they have given me is far superior to the healthy and/or purebred pets. No dog has ever filled my heart with the inspiration and desire to forge ahead and succeed that Rosie has. The zeal with which she approaches every day and every obstacle in her life has often kept me strong when I was weak. She has filled my heart with admiration and appreciation and helped me to overcome pain and illness that no "perfect" animal ever has. Her unmitigated bravery and resilience is something I rarely see in humans. Yet, for some reason, humans seem to think that they are the superior species and animals are expendable at their whim. HA! I say!

NOTHING TAKES THE PLACE OF A WELL-RESEARCHED, TRUSTED VET WHO REFERS TO A TRUSTED NETWORK OF SPECIALISTS WHEN NECESSARY!
Develop that relationship before you NEED it.

Learn WHERE your Animal Emergency is and KNOW how to get there.

Pack an emergency bag for your pets too! Leashes, meds, food, treats, bedding, bowls, water, folding kennel, first aid, bandages for feet. In an emergency or disaster, many shelters will not be prepared to house your pets.

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