My name is Ruby and I am a 4-year-old female RottweiIer.  I have experienced a lot in my short life.  I must have belonged to someone at some point in time because I am well behaved, and can do lots of tricks.  (Anything for a treat!)  Recently I found myself at the pound.  My days were numbered, but since I am so outgoing and loving, the staff took pity on me, and Circle L came to my rescue.  With only hours to spare, I was saved from euthanasia. Phew! 

I found myself with a foster family with two small children and another rescued dog.  It was so nice to have a soft dog bed and regular meals.  They even gave me some medicine that eases the pain in my hips.   

Unfortunately, I have a series of medical issues that need treatment.  Lucky for me the vet says my prognosis is good if I get the proper health care. 

Most urgently, I have been diagnosed with heartworm.  This is a rare condition in Arizona that is spread via mosquito, and can cause damage to the heart, and in very extreme cases, embolisms.  My heart is healthy, but I require Immiticide injections into my deep muscle.  Because this is a painful injection, I will need sedation and pain management medicines. 

Once I recover from this, I need to be treated for my severe hip dysplasia.  Though I am young, I have already developed arthritis and lots of bone spurs in my hips that make it hard to walk, play, and sometimes even stand.  This is a progressive disease that will only get worse as I get older. 

My foster family has found me a great vet that can perform a surgery called FHO (Femoral Head Ostectomy).  It will add many years to my life and relieve a great deal of pain.   

Since I am young and healthy, my doctors think it’s important to fix me right away to ensure that I am strong enough to make a full recovery.  All of these medical needs are expensive, and I am going to need help from a lot of people to make it a reality.  The surgery and the heartworm treatments will cost over $3,500.    

I have finally found a family that will love and care for me forever.  Please help me raise money to help them with my medical needs.  It is my only chance at a long, pain free life!!! 

Please consider making an emergency donation and help us provide this pet the medical attention she requires. The total cost of the surgery (at a discounted rate) is $3,000.  The heartworm diagnosis and treatment will be and additional $500.  Any amount will help.

While we know that the economy is challenging, we also know that even a small (tax-deductible!) donation of $1 - $5 will assist in providing a lifetime of happiness for this pup.  
 
Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support our fundraising efforts. 
 
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