Luv-A-Chin Rescue

Monday, August 25, 2008

Sia and her ducky


Meet Sia!


Sia entered rescue as a breeder release looking for the perfect retirement home. After just a few weeks in foster care, she has begun to settle in and her true personality is starting to show.

Sia’s foster momma says she really is darling – a sweetie who just loves to be with people. She loves to cuddle and gives lots of kisses. She is very curious and smart, has learned her name and is learning some commands. She has also learned how to go up and down all the stairs around the house, which is a challenge for a girl not used to multi level living. She watched the other dogs and didn't want to be left out of playtime, so she had to follow them!

Sia got her own toy last week and it's as if she knows it is just for her. She carries her little yellow duck everywhere with her, even when she's chasing another toy. She even carries it outside when she goes potty!

Sia is available for adoption, so if you would like an adorable ducky-toting Chin in your life, go to http://www.luvachinrescue.org/. She’s waiting for a forever home of her own.

Thursday, August 21, 2008

Brave little Dexter




Dexter is a 3-month-old little puppy. Described by his foster mom as a strong-willed little boy with a big personality, he has experienced health problems no puppy should have to experience.

Initially he was diagnosed with pneumonia, made several visits to the vet and was treated with antibiotics. The vet bills started to mount, the antibiotics proved futile and Dexter wasn't improving. He was having trouble breathing; his foster mom was worried he wouldn't make it. One of his doctors agreed to do surgery, but how would he respond to the anesthesia? And of course, it would be expensive; it already was.

That's when a fundraising account was started for Dexter. Through the generosity and compassion of many people, money was raised to help offset the veterinary expenses!! Luv-a-Chin Rescue has so many people to thank. And no one thanks you more than Dexter and his foster moms.

Dexter had surgery yesterday; it turned out he had stenotic nares - narrow nasal passages. He came through the surgery wonderfully, and though he's not out of the woods yet, we have high hopes that he will live a long, happy life.

We'll keep you updated on little Dexter's recovery. And thank you - to everyone who sent healing thoughts and prayers, and for the financial support. Luv-a-Chin Rescue couldn't do what we do without you!