Saturday, August 28, 2021
A few weeks ago you were able to meet Kayla for the first time. A little Perro de Agua who was in the killing station, a handicapped dog with little prospects, certainly not if she stayed there. We took her with us, and saw her gradually changing from an insecure and scared dog, to a happy, cheerful and carefree lady! She is so happy that she is finally welcome somewhere, that she can put her head down with peace of mind, without having to be constantly on her guard.
Kayla has meanwhile been seen by specialists: she has a severe patellar luxation on both knees, as a result of a deformity of her thighs. To remedy this, multiple surgical procedures would be required, involving both femur and tibia surgery on both hind legs, and in the worst case, surgery on both knees. They are highly invasive surgeries, and unfortunately the risk of complications in Kayla's case are great, given the seriousness of her condition, not to mention the impact these interventions will have on her morale.
That is why we prefer not to operate on her yet, given the limited chance of success and the fact that Kayla runs and plays, climbs and descends the stairs, and enjoys life just like any other dog. She shows no pain, and has relatively well adapted to her situation. She lays on her back when she wants to be petted, loves to cuddle, and is gradually becoming a happy dog! She's still shy, especially in the beginning when she doesn't know you well, but once she trusts you she's the sweetest!
We are looking for a family who wants to take her into their hearts and realize that she is a worry child. We will do everything we can to ensure Kayla's happiness!
No comments:
Post a Comment