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Junior was born in March of 2009, one of a litter of 13 from a rescued black Lab mix mom. He was always the smallest, and always seemed more delicate and slower when running and playing in the group. When it was time to find forever homes for the litter, Junior was not a standout to the new families as he was starting to walk with an odd gait and was easily knocked over when playing. He was always a smart yet sensitive puppy, so nothing was ever really noticeable until the weather turned colder and he started to limp and lie in his bed and whine at night, especially after exercise.
In Dec, off to the vet for xrays he went. It was not good news, but was best case as far as options go. Junior was diagnosed with severe hip dysplasia in both hips. The worst one needs to have FHO surgery immediately, and the merely terrible one will need the same surgery a couple of months later. Junior's hips are the worst our vet has ever seen in a dog so young. Fortunately, Junior does have a chance to live a normal, active life after this life giving surgery. Our rescue discount with Dr. Brock Sauls of Southside Animal Clinic will bring the cost of surgery for each hip down to $1,000 - a substantial amount for a small rescue.
Junior is a super sweet boy who deserves a chance to be a normal dog. We hope that you can help! Make a donation to Junior's Surgery Fund!
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There are lots of ways to support WHLR:
- Donate online via Click & Pledge
- Adopt one of our dogs!
- Foster a dog!
- Volunteer and help us out with non-dog related things
- Shop our CafePress store
- Buy a magazine subscription. 40% of the price goes to WHLR.
- Use GoodSearch
- Book a pet friendly hotel
- Check out the ShelterCare Pet Insurance Program.
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