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An Update from Marty’s Foster Mother:

Well he is doing just fine. We are pleased to inform you that there has been a wonderful amount of progress with house breaking the past two months, I am proud of him. Unlike his roommate Rolfie, Marty is enjoying the warm weather and loves being able to have some time outside in the yard to play. He sometimes appears as though he is sun bathing – he will just lay down in the direct sun when there are other parts of the yard completely shaded. Of course he has his large bowl of ice water outside, I do keep an eye on him as I don’t want him to become too hot. On the very hot days I kept him inside all day with the air conditioner on. I think he may have lost his appetite with the warm weather as lately he doesn’t eat his food right away, he’s in good shape though. As far as his circling due to his medical condition he does still walk in a circle and sometimes loses his balance, though never falling. Other than that he is doing well.

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7/30/10 – Animal League Photo Shoot – Sponsor Dog Ellie!

We had a photo and video shoot here at the Animal League, and Ellie was one of the shining stars of the shoot. The camera crew made a big fuss over her. Ellie is so sweet. She has been enjoying the summer with some restrictions her adopted mother has imposed; keeping Ellie inside, against her will, to make sure she was kept cool on the hottest summer days. Ellie wasn’t always pleased about this since she loves lounging outside on her doggie bed. Ellie’s mother, Joan, makes a point to take her for short walks and never hesitates to let Ellie lay outside under the shade of a tree when the weather isn’t too hot.

We are happy to report that Ellie is doing well. She still has plenty of energy and gets very excited when she knows she is going out for a walk. The good news is she hasn’t shown any symptoms of the brain tumor in a long time. Ellie’s adopted mother, Joan, tells us she just loves her time out in the yard and every now and then sneaks away for some lounging on her new weather proof dog bed, as long as it’s not too hot. She gets plenty of exercise chasing around the other sibling Mitsy – her best friend –they will play tug of war with some toys! Ellie usually puts up a good fight because she loves her toys and really doesn’t want to share, but then after all is done Ellie will curl up with Mitsy for a nap together.

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7/30/10 – Animal League Photo Shoot – Sponsor Dog Rockstar!

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7/31/10 – Animal League Photo Shoot – Sponsor Dog Clancy!

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NEW TO PROGRAM!
Sara’s survival is nothing short of a miracle. Her passionate resolve to live is only matched by her incredibly trusting and loving nature. She is the newest member of the Animal League’s life-saving Sponsor Program and this is her incredible story.

On March 18, 2010, a New York City police officer found a young American Pit Bull Terrier mix in the smoldering remains of a home where a fire had just occurred. This poor dog was inflicted with burns across her body and was in need of immediate help.

Sara was brought to North Shore Animal League America and has been in our care for several months. During this time, Sara underwent several surgeries and intricate procedures to address the burns she suffered from the fire. In addition, Sara was treated for pneumonia, which was a natural consequence of smoke inhalation.

Despite all of her challenges, Sara remains a sweet and trusting dog that allows and even welcomes the help from those around her. Her tail is always wagging and her face always finds a comforting place in someone’s gentle hands.

We believe it was Sara’s passionate will to live and her fervent determination that kept her alive. This amazingly loving and loyal dog wants to live – not only for herself – but to please her rescuers as well.

Though Sara is on her way to recovery, she will always have special needs due to the effects of the smoke inhalation. However, as a Sponsor Pet, the Animal League will take care of her and supply her with whatever she needs for the rest of her life.

Your devotion as a Sponsor made this amazing rescue possible. Your generous support cares of Sara and all the sponsor dogs every single day. Thanks to you, Sara has an excellent chance at a happy life. Please help us care for her forever.

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March 2010:
Kyle’s foster mother is happy to report that he has been feeling great. He continues to follow her everywhere and shows his love for her by spending a lot of time resting next to her and talking to her with his “meows”. He has also been playing around with some of his favorite toys. There are a few new ones that he loves so much that he won’t let them out of his sight. He even keeps them next to his food dish while he eats! He is very possessive, but in a good way.

April 2010:
We are happy to report that Kyle’s foster mother says he is healthy and well. No new “meows” added to his vocabulary this month but she will let us know when Kyle says something new. He continues talking with her with his “meows” as she gets ready for work or when she is going out. It’s as if he knows she will be gone for a while. He is a very vocal and loving cat. Kyle’s foster mother loves him dearly.

May 2010:
Kyle’s foster mother says he is doing fine. Kyle continues to be the sweet and lovable cat we know him to be. His health has been good and catching up with his great spirit. He currently no longer needs to take his medication. Now he’s able to enjoy his days even more – especially all the cat naps he grabs on his foster mother’s big bed! When he awakes each morning he loves to talk to his foster mother with his loud meows before she leaves for work! While she’s away, our shy boy Kyle doesn’t dare venture out into the hallways along with the other cats in the retirement community he lives in. He waits patiently for her so they can cuddle up once again for bedtime.

June 2010:
Kyle’s foster mother, Yvonne, is happy to report that he doig well. Kyle continues to be the sweet and lovable verbal cat we love. He continues to follow Yvonne everywhere she goes and shows his love for her by spending a lot of time resting next to her and talking to her with his “meows”. He has been playing with some new toys that have quickly become his favorites and that he won’t let out of his sight. He is still very protective of his foster mother and very possessive of his favorite toys.

April 20, 2010:
Toby, shown here on-site at North Shore Animal League America, gets a welcome vist from the Happy Puppy Club!

February 2010 Update: Toby continues to do well in the Animal League’s care. He received a bunch of toys for the holiday season and graciously shared them with other pets in need of a loving home within our shelter. He has quickly gotten used to his new cage which features a comfy bed of his own. He’s also getting used to the familiar faces of Animal League staff members that knew him years ago. If he is well-behaved both staff and volunteers will take him for daily walks. We’re keeping our fingers crossed that the perfect family will come along to foster or adopt him this year!

March 2010 Update: Our dear little Toby, with big, puppy dog eyes, continues to do well in the Animal League’s care. As a precaution, Toby often has to wear a cone around his neck to prevent him from licking his fur. The staff is worried that he may ingest his fur and be unable to swallow it or choke due to his Megaesophagus condition. Twice a day he is brought to a special, calm holding area for his feedings. He is maintaining a healthy appetite. If he is well-behaved the staff and volunteers will take him for daily walks.

April 2010 Update: Toby is doing well in the Animal League’s care. He can be seen walking on the Animal League campus each day with a volunteer or a staff member. Evidently, he’s a favorite to walk among the volunteers who he has come to know and love. If Toby trusts you, he wants to be your best friend. With the recent bout of warmer weather, he’s put his winter coat away – a coat just his small size that was given to him so generously by one of his Sponsors. Twice a day he is brought to a special, calm holding area for his feedings. He is maintaining a healthy appetite.

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May 2010: Marty outside enjoying the nice weather at his loving foster care home!

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February 2010 Update: Charley’s mother is happy to say he is doing as well as can be expected considering the trouble he has walking. Although it is difficult for Charley to get around, he is always in good spirits wagging his tail when the family pays him the attention he wants looking with those puppy eyes that they just can’t resist. No visits to the veterinarian this month, so we are all happy that he is having the good life he deserves, thanks to your help.

March 2010 Update: Charley continues to enjoy all the affection he receives from his adopted family. Because of the paralysis in his hind legs, Charley can’t play as much as the other dogs. We are thankful he likes to spend most of his time lying around the house. From time to time Charley tries to play with the other two dogs in the house, Rocky and Oreo. The medication he receives daily prevents him from feeling any pain in his legs so he’s able to move around as much as possible. Sometimes the dogs don’t always get along, but our wonderful Charley makes the effort to be friends with everyone.

April 2010 Update: Our dear, sweet Charley is truly loved by his adopted family and continues to enjoy all the affection from his family and friends. Although playmate dogs Rocky and Oreo don’t always get along, Charley tries to fit in with them both. The medication he receives daily helps him cope with any pain he might be having in his legs as he moves around. He likes to spend a lot of time resting and relaxing at home.

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February 2010 Update: Bonnie’s health has been great and she hasn’t had any seizures for a while. While she isn’t the most social cat when it comes to other felines she likes it when people make a fuss over her. One of the Animal League volunteers often engages Bonnie with a laser pointer; Bonnie loves chasing it all over the cat room floor and up the walls! Bonnie continues to take her medication like a good girl and is being closely monitored. We have made great effort to keep her in a calm and stable environment to prevent any seizures.

March 2010 Update: Unfortunately, Bonnie has recently suffered two seizures. Animal League veterinarians are not sure what is setting off these seizures, but they will continue to closely monitor Bonnie. They have also advised to continue her on the same medication. Although she did suffer a small set back with the seizures, that didn’t stop her from licking the volunteers who fuss all over her. She is most happy when the volunteers play with a laser pointer; Bonnie loves chasing it all over the cat room floor and up the walls. Because of your generosity, we can continue to care for and provide love to our dear Bonnie.

April 2010 Update: All the pets here at North Shore Animal League America experience their ups and downs and our special-needs pets are no exception. While Bonnie has been feeling good since being back here at the Animal League, there have been a few times when she has experienced a seizure. Our loving staff in the shelter makes sure to administer Bonnie’s daily medication to help prevent these occurrences and this has helped greatly. The few times that a seizure has occurred, the staff comforted her with extra care. Thank you for your dedication and your support of Bonnie which helps to provide her with the daily medication she needs.

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