The Quesnel and District SPCA is looking for help covering medical costs for a stray puppy who required life-saving surgery and continues to battle a severe infection.
Dixie, a seven-month-old puppy came to the South Peace SPCA with a badly injured hind leg and paw, and was transported to Quesnel in order to receive veterinary care.
It is believed that she got caught in a foot trap or snare.
91裸聊视频淭he wound was infected and the tissue was necrotic. After 10 days of vet care trying to fight the infection and save the leg, an emergency decision was made to amputate in order to save Dixie91裸聊视频檚 life,91裸聊视频 said the Quesnel and District branch manager Colby O91裸聊视频橣lynn in a press release.
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In the two weeks since her surgery, Dixie has continued to fight an infection. According to the release, Dixie arrived at the SPCA in 91裸聊视频渦nimaginable pain91裸聊视频 without any identification.
Dixie91裸聊视频檚 medical costs are expected to be about $4,636, including physiotherapy, vaccinations, follow-up vet visits and medication.
91裸聊视频淲e know that Dixie will make a fantastic family member for someone once recovered and feel honored to have been a part of her journey,91裸聊视频 said O91裸聊视频橣lynn. 91裸聊视频淒espite what Dixie has been through with her injury, she continues to be her happy, affectionate, goofy self.91裸聊视频
To donate to Dixie91裸聊视频檚 medical bills, please go to or visit the Quesnel branch at 1000 Carson Pit Road.
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