Christina, Charley’s adopted mother, is happy to report that Charley’s acupuncture treatments seem to be helping him; she sees an improvement in his personality. He goes once a week for a half hour treatment, then its home for his physical therapy. Let’s hope all this hard work with Charley will make him pain free and able to move around easier. The veterinarian that is treating him found a sore on the inside of his leg. Christina puts a special salve on his wound daily then he has to wear a cone when she leaves for work so he won’t lick it off. Good news, Charley just turned 7 and Christina threw him a birthday party! Five of his best doggy friends were all present. She had a special doggy cake made for him. Christina said “I love him so much”. With all the time she needs to care for him, we know she loves him very much. Thank you for your support of Charley. Thank you Christina for your love of Charley.

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Marty’s foster mother reports that he is “doing just wonderfully”! Marty and his foster mother have been enjoying the warm and sunny weather. They like to sit outside in the backyard to relax. Marty loves to lie down in the sun. They have also enjoyed a few trips to the park this summer. People often stop by to comment on what a beautiful dog Marty is. When they do, his foster mother smiles and says thank you while in her head agreeing that Marty is so handsome. She thinks that Marty is a pleasure to foster and hopes that he will find a loving and permanent home soon.

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Toby is settling in to his new home nicely. He and the other megaesophagus dog, Zoe, are getting used to each other and have agreed to swap beds and toys whenever it suits them. Mostly Zoe steals from Toby (he has the best toys) but Toby steals Zoe’s precious bully sticks when she’s not looking, so they’re even. They’re not “best buds” yet, but we hope that will come. Toby is still on medication, but has not vomited as he was when he was still dealing with the stress of his move. Toby loves to go on walks. He struts around the neighborhood like he’s the king. 40 pound Zoe is afraid of toddlers, trucks and skateboarders but 9 pound Toby fears nothing. He gives all dogs fair warning that he will take no nonsense from any of them.

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NEW TO PROGRAM! Xena is a lovely and affectionate hound mix. The Animal League rescued Xena and placed her in the life-saving Sponsor Program so that she can get the extensive care she needs to be well.

Xena has a very complex and life-threatening congenital condition. In Xena’s body, an abnormal vessel is allowing blood to bypass her liver. The liver has several functions, one of which is detoxification. When the liver is bypassed, toxins build up in the body. This malformation is called a portosystemic shunt (PSS) or a liver shunt. Among many severe symptoms, this liver shunt can also cause weight loss and seizures, both of which Xena is experiencing.

To help Xena, The Animal League has already provided her with two corrective surgeries. It is very likely, however, that Xena will need a third. Xena is still in the early recovery stages from her second operation and is being monitored very closely. She will need three to four months of attentive aftercare during this difficult healing process and will soon be reevaluated for an additional surgical procedure. In addition to these surgeries, Xena will also need lifetime medications to manage this challenging condition.

Because Xena’s ailment is extensive and ongoing, most small municipal shelters would not be able to accommodate her needs. Her care would be too costly and comprehensive. Instead, it is very likely that Xena would be put down. But the Animal League is dedicated to helping her have the best life possible, and “quit” is never an option.

Your support of the Animal League’s Sponsor Program is helping to ensure that Xena and many other animals get the love and care they need to be as happy and healthy as possible. At the Animal League, they are safe, and loving care is guaranteed. Please help us continue to provide so many animals in need with this unprecedented care.

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Good news – Toby has been adopted! His new home is with a former adopter who adopted another dog with megaesopagus from us a few years ago. Toby was driven to his new home, along with all his baggage which included his highchair, bed, toys and extensive wardrobe, by two of our trainers. Toby’s new sister, Zoey, was a little territorial at first; and Toby did not like Zoey checking out his bed, but they soon settled in together. Our Training Department will always be available for any help or advice that is needed. There were tearful goodbyes as Toby left, but everyone at NSALA wishes him the best.

Before he was adopted. our little man had quite a bit of dental work done. Unfortunately, his soft diet contributed to his dental problems and he had to have several teeth pulled. After a day or two of discomfort, Toby was his old self again. Even though he is adopted, Toby will always be in the Sponsor Program. His megaespogagus is a lifelong condition, and all his medical needs will be covered by NSALA.

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