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Cara has endured immense abuse and neglect. She came to our attention through the efforts of long time Doberman
advocate Kim Todd of Chipley Florida. Kim discovered the emaciated black and tan female at a west Florida shelter.
Transport was quickly arranged from the high kill facility to Doberman pincher Rescue at North Florida near Tallahassee.
Upon Cara's arrival at rescue, volunteers noticed what seemed a smell of death about Cara. Veterinary attention was
deemed immediately necessary. Within the hour Dr. Hale DVM discovered that Cara had two wooden sticks jammed in
the upper palate of her mouth. One had been there long enough to permeate through the soft palate of the upper roof of the
mouth and into the nasal cavity. The other stick was punctured into the gums over both back molars. The sticks were
coated with debris and infection was evident.
Any food Cara ate was immediately expelled through her nose. Dr. Hale had suggestions about how to begin our attempts
to feed Cara. Foster mom, Mary Ellen made meatballs for Cara to swallow whole. Dog food manufacturer Innova/Evo
donated their canned food to include in the meatballs so Cara would have more nutrients. Mary Ellen was innovative in
using Gelatin to create soft food cubes that were high in essential nutrients and easily swallowed whole by Cara.
Two vets came together to assist Cara. Dr. Hale of Cross Creek Animal Clinic in Tallahassee, Fl. and Dr. Peak of
Veterinary Dental Specialists in Tampa, Fl. The two veterinary doctors coordinated the surgeries required to repair this
extreme damage to Cara's upper soft palate.
Dr. Hale removed several teeth creating a graft area for the creation of the skin graft. The skin flap was later used by Dr.
Peak in the subsequent surgeries to cover the gaping fistulas in Cara's mouth. Dr. Peak plans to write about the surgery at a
later date.
Cara is now eating normally. Cara became extremely attached to her rescuers. Under MaryEllens excellent care, Cara
gained the much needed weight to sustain her through the surgeries.
Cara still resides with second foster mom Linda near Tampa Fl. Cara is still under Dr. Peaks care and new pictures of
Cara's mouth are scheduled.
advocate Kim Todd of Chipley Florida. Kim discovered the emaciated black and tan female at a west Florida shelter.
Transport was quickly arranged from the high kill facility to Doberman pincher Rescue at North Florida near Tallahassee.
Upon Cara's arrival at rescue, volunteers noticed what seemed a smell of death about Cara. Veterinary attention was
deemed immediately necessary. Within the hour Dr. Hale DVM discovered that Cara had two wooden sticks jammed in
the upper palate of her mouth. One had been there long enough to permeate through the soft palate of the upper roof of the
mouth and into the nasal cavity. The other stick was punctured into the gums over both back molars. The sticks were
coated with debris and infection was evident.
Any food Cara ate was immediately expelled through her nose. Dr. Hale had suggestions about how to begin our attempts
to feed Cara. Foster mom, Mary Ellen made meatballs for Cara to swallow whole. Dog food manufacturer Innova/Evo
donated their canned food to include in the meatballs so Cara would have more nutrients. Mary Ellen was innovative in
using Gelatin to create soft food cubes that were high in essential nutrients and easily swallowed whole by Cara.
Two vets came together to assist Cara. Dr. Hale of Cross Creek Animal Clinic in Tallahassee, Fl. and Dr. Peak of
Veterinary Dental Specialists in Tampa, Fl. The two veterinary doctors coordinated the surgeries required to repair this
extreme damage to Cara's upper soft palate.
Dr. Hale removed several teeth creating a graft area for the creation of the skin graft. The skin flap was later used by Dr.
Peak in the subsequent surgeries to cover the gaping fistulas in Cara's mouth. Dr. Peak plans to write about the surgery at a
later date.
Cara is now eating normally. Cara became extremely attached to her rescuers. Under MaryEllens excellent care, Cara
gained the much needed weight to sustain her through the surgeries.
Cara still resides with second foster mom Linda near Tampa Fl. Cara is still under Dr. Peaks care and new pictures of
Cara's mouth are scheduled.
| CONTACT US Post Office Box 334 Lloyd FL 32337 judy@dobie-rescue.org melissa@dobie-rescue.org |
Demodectic mange could have cost this young and charming dobieboy his life. Demodectic mange is often passed to the
next generation at birth. Humane euthanasia would have seemed the best option. Dedicated shelter worker Rene Skipper
at Dothan Alabama Animal Services contacted regional Doberman Rescues to see it there could be any help for Zoozie.
The two year old Zoosie had been turned into the municipal shelter from its frustrated owner, a young mother of two small
children. The tearful young mom related to Rene that she couldn't manage or finance Zoosie's skin condition any longer.
Dogs with a susceptibility to Demodectic mange mites should never be bred and sold to unsuspecting owners. Also adult
dogs that later become immunologically stressed and possibly malnourished can be susceptible to the demodex mite.
At the time of rescue, Zoosie also had a bacterial skin infection that was secondary to the demodex. The odor was terrible.
The hairless picture accompanying this story was taken two weeks into treatment.
The second picture was taken after 8 months at rescue. Zoosie eventually re-grew plenty of healthy hair follicles. A
beautiful black coat emerged.
Kind donations made it possible for us to save Zoosie, his foster mom, Judy, later added to his name...... ZoosieZooo.
Adoptive mom, Jean of Crystal River, Florida was thrilled to become the forever home recipient of this handsome and
extremely loving dobergent.
next generation at birth. Humane euthanasia would have seemed the best option. Dedicated shelter worker Rene Skipper
at Dothan Alabama Animal Services contacted regional Doberman Rescues to see it there could be any help for Zoozie.
The two year old Zoosie had been turned into the municipal shelter from its frustrated owner, a young mother of two small
children. The tearful young mom related to Rene that she couldn't manage or finance Zoosie's skin condition any longer.
Dogs with a susceptibility to Demodectic mange mites should never be bred and sold to unsuspecting owners. Also adult
dogs that later become immunologically stressed and possibly malnourished can be susceptible to the demodex mite.
At the time of rescue, Zoosie also had a bacterial skin infection that was secondary to the demodex. The odor was terrible.
The hairless picture accompanying this story was taken two weeks into treatment.
The second picture was taken after 8 months at rescue. Zoosie eventually re-grew plenty of healthy hair follicles. A
beautiful black coat emerged.
Kind donations made it possible for us to save Zoosie, his foster mom, Judy, later added to his name...... ZoosieZooo.
Adoptive mom, Jean of Crystal River, Florida was thrilled to become the forever home recipient of this handsome and
extremely loving dobergent.
Cara the Doberman
Zoozie the Doberman
Eight year old Ruthie comes to Dobie-Rescue from an animal shelter on Florida's east coast. Ruthie was turned into the shelter
by her owner's roommate sometime in September.
The roommate stated Ruthie's owner was incarcerated. It's hard to imagine that Ruthie's inability to eat efficiently began at the
shelter, but the enlarged esophagus went undiagnosed until Dobie-Rescue volunteer Mary Ellen secured Ruthie from the shelter in
mid November. Ruthie's weight had plummeted to 38 pounds.
Mary Ellen immediately suspected Megaesophagus as the cause of the apparent starvation, and with the help of Dr. Debbie
Justice-Obley at Bradfordville Animal Hospital in Tallahassee the diagnosis was complete. Ruthie had lost over 20 pounds while
suffering her own incarceration at the Animal Control Facility.
Megaesophagus is a condition in which the esophagus permanently loses muscle tone, causing swallowed food to collect in an
esophageal pouch instead of traveling on to the stomach for digestion. Regurgitation of the swallowed food and water eventually
occurs after each meal. The process of regurgitation can introduce the food and water to the lungs. Introduction to the lungs is
Aspiration Pneumonia. Either of these scenarios, pneumonia or starvation, causes death.
Finding an immediate food source to benefit Ruthie in her starved condition was the very first priority. Nice round meatballs, pre-
packaged from the frozen food section at the grocer came to mind. The meatballs worked, but Ruthie had to be held upright to
swallow them successfully.
A special feeding chair for Ruthie was needed. Materials and tools were quickly gathered to construct a prototype chair. Plans
for the chair, most commonly known as a "Bailey’s" chair, were easily located on the Internet. The prototype worked so well
that the second chair has yet to be constructed. Our prototype was made from 1x4 white pine lumber and foam rubber
cushioning.
The chair enables Ruthie to sit up while she eats. Gravity helps move the food past her esophagus to her stomach.
Ruthie is finally up to 58 pounds and she is almost healthy enough for spay surgery. Ruthie is improving daily and blossoming
right in front of our eyes. She is starting to play with the other dogs and she loves to run and bark at the chickens and peafowl
that are safely penned at her foster home. She is a wonderful dog that will make a great companion to someone who has the
heart to give her the loving home she deserves. Her feedings are the only special care she needs, and she is quite comfortable in
her chair for the 30 minutes after each feeding.
In addition to Ruthie's Megaesophagus, she has several masses along her mammary chain and a few other locations. The current
medical management plan is to remove as many as possible during Ruthie's upcoming spay procedure. Thoracic X-rays show no
sign of cancer in her lungs.
Ruthie is fostered near Tallahassee, Florida and is anxious to find her forever home. Please write to her foster mom for adoption
information at Felidacity@msn.com.
by her owner's roommate sometime in September.
The roommate stated Ruthie's owner was incarcerated. It's hard to imagine that Ruthie's inability to eat efficiently began at the
shelter, but the enlarged esophagus went undiagnosed until Dobie-Rescue volunteer Mary Ellen secured Ruthie from the shelter in
mid November. Ruthie's weight had plummeted to 38 pounds.
Mary Ellen immediately suspected Megaesophagus as the cause of the apparent starvation, and with the help of Dr. Debbie
Justice-Obley at Bradfordville Animal Hospital in Tallahassee the diagnosis was complete. Ruthie had lost over 20 pounds while
suffering her own incarceration at the Animal Control Facility.
Megaesophagus is a condition in which the esophagus permanently loses muscle tone, causing swallowed food to collect in an
esophageal pouch instead of traveling on to the stomach for digestion. Regurgitation of the swallowed food and water eventually
occurs after each meal. The process of regurgitation can introduce the food and water to the lungs. Introduction to the lungs is
Aspiration Pneumonia. Either of these scenarios, pneumonia or starvation, causes death.
Finding an immediate food source to benefit Ruthie in her starved condition was the very first priority. Nice round meatballs, pre-
packaged from the frozen food section at the grocer came to mind. The meatballs worked, but Ruthie had to be held upright to
swallow them successfully.
A special feeding chair for Ruthie was needed. Materials and tools were quickly gathered to construct a prototype chair. Plans
for the chair, most commonly known as a "Bailey’s" chair, were easily located on the Internet. The prototype worked so well
that the second chair has yet to be constructed. Our prototype was made from 1x4 white pine lumber and foam rubber
cushioning.
The chair enables Ruthie to sit up while she eats. Gravity helps move the food past her esophagus to her stomach.
Ruthie is finally up to 58 pounds and she is almost healthy enough for spay surgery. Ruthie is improving daily and blossoming
right in front of our eyes. She is starting to play with the other dogs and she loves to run and bark at the chickens and peafowl
that are safely penned at her foster home. She is a wonderful dog that will make a great companion to someone who has the
heart to give her the loving home she deserves. Her feedings are the only special care she needs, and she is quite comfortable in
her chair for the 30 minutes after each feeding.
In addition to Ruthie's Megaesophagus, she has several masses along her mammary chain and a few other locations. The current
medical management plan is to remove as many as possible during Ruthie's upcoming spay procedure. Thoracic X-rays show no
sign of cancer in her lungs.
Ruthie is fostered near Tallahassee, Florida and is anxious to find her forever home. Please write to her foster mom for adoption
information at Felidacity@msn.com.
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Libby the Doberman
Libby's twisted legs are thought to have been caused from malnutrition during puppyhood, possibly a lack of
necessary nutrients during gestation also?
Libby came to our attention from a Jacksonville Florida animal shelter. In addition to the leg deformities our vet has
diagnosed Libby with an overgrowth of fungus.
The fungal overgrowth causes Libby to have numerous nose bleeds and lose her toenails.
The toenails bleed when they fall off. Libby should have a natural immunity to the fungus like other dogs do.
Thought to be nearing age 2, Libby's very poor start in life has left her with this immunological deficiency.
Libby is responding well so far to the anti fungal drug therapy that has been prescribed. The two veterinarians that
are working with Libby are cautious not to call this Aspergillis just yet. Hopefully anti fungal drugs and antibiotics will
continue to improve the condition.
Libby's foster mom soaks Libby's feet each day in Cholorahexadrine and applies miconazole creme to the tips of
Libby's ears. Libby loves all the attention and absolutely enjoys having her feet soaked. Foster mom, Shanna
relates that Libby is so patient about the whole process; Libby keeps her feet in the bowls and doesn't move an inch
during the soaks.
Exceptionally sweet, Libby seeks attention from everyone, she just loves to be loved. Libby gets along very well with
all the other dobermans at her Jacksonville area foster home. Milo, Jed and Paige are all happy together with Libby.
Libby's doctors are in Tallahassee and Jacksonville, foster mom Shanna has transported Libby back and forth for the
necessary doctor visits. Libby's diet has been changed to the Raw Diet. Libby's limbs are still twisted but she runs
with great robust and energy.
UPDATE
Libby's autoimmune issues continue to plague her, although she's enjoyed many months of great happiness at her
foster home. Libby’s foster parents finally paid for the complicated VonWillebrands spay themselves. Spay Surgeons
detected a thickening of the spleen further complicated by a nodule on the spleen, diagnosed as part of her
autoimmune issues and not cancer as originally feared. Due to the possibility that the spleen could rupture and cause
Libby to bleed to death internally, Libby’s spleen needs to be removed. Since Libby’s vet wasn’t prepared for this
complication and didn’t have blood on hand to replace the blood lost during a spleenectomy, a second surgery is now
going to be required. Once this is done, however, Libby’s vets fully expect her to have a great prognosis and quality
of life.
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necessary nutrients during gestation also?
Libby came to our attention from a Jacksonville Florida animal shelter. In addition to the leg deformities our vet has
diagnosed Libby with an overgrowth of fungus.
The fungal overgrowth causes Libby to have numerous nose bleeds and lose her toenails.
The toenails bleed when they fall off. Libby should have a natural immunity to the fungus like other dogs do.
Thought to be nearing age 2, Libby's very poor start in life has left her with this immunological deficiency.
Libby is responding well so far to the anti fungal drug therapy that has been prescribed. The two veterinarians that
are working with Libby are cautious not to call this Aspergillis just yet. Hopefully anti fungal drugs and antibiotics will
continue to improve the condition.
Libby's foster mom soaks Libby's feet each day in Cholorahexadrine and applies miconazole creme to the tips of
Libby's ears. Libby loves all the attention and absolutely enjoys having her feet soaked. Foster mom, Shanna
relates that Libby is so patient about the whole process; Libby keeps her feet in the bowls and doesn't move an inch
during the soaks.
Exceptionally sweet, Libby seeks attention from everyone, she just loves to be loved. Libby gets along very well with
all the other dobermans at her Jacksonville area foster home. Milo, Jed and Paige are all happy together with Libby.
Libby's doctors are in Tallahassee and Jacksonville, foster mom Shanna has transported Libby back and forth for the
necessary doctor visits. Libby's diet has been changed to the Raw Diet. Libby's limbs are still twisted but she runs
with great robust and energy.
UPDATE
Libby's autoimmune issues continue to plague her, although she's enjoyed many months of great happiness at her
foster home. Libby’s foster parents finally paid for the complicated VonWillebrands spay themselves. Spay Surgeons
detected a thickening of the spleen further complicated by a nodule on the spleen, diagnosed as part of her
autoimmune issues and not cancer as originally feared. Due to the possibility that the spleen could rupture and cause
Libby to bleed to death internally, Libby’s spleen needs to be removed. Since Libby’s vet wasn’t prepared for this
complication and didn’t have blood on hand to replace the blood lost during a spleenectomy, a second surgery is now
going to be required. Once this is done, however, Libby’s vets fully expect her to have a great prognosis and quality
of life.
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