Vicky's Emergency Pyometra Surgery

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This emaciated little pit-bull is Vicky. She was surrendered to an overcrowded city shelter in horrible condition. Not only was she underweight but she was suffering from a pyometra that was about to rupture. For those of you that don’t know what pyometra is, it’s an infection of the uterus. Vicky’s infection was so bad that her abdomen was distended. The shelter had issued an emergency plea which stated that Vicky only had until 4 p.m. to be saved. If no rescue committed to helping her by the dead line she would have to be euthanized. That only gave us a few hours to find emergency transport and arrange for the surgery with our vet. Well it turned out to be Vicky’s lucky day. The Mayor’s Alliance of NYC went out of their way to help us save Vicky. Their driver Joe arrived at the shelter within an hour to transport her. Vicky arrived at Community Animal Hospital about an hour and a half later. Dr. Rebecca Ryder had rearranged her schedule and was prepared to take Vicky into the operating room upon arrival. This was not an easy surgery for Vicky or the Vet. Vicky’s uterus was extremely swollen and it could have ruptured at any time. After removal the weight of her uterus was a little over 6 pounds. That means that the infection consisted of over 15% of her body weight. Thankfully she made it through the surgery and she is on the road to recovery. The problem we have now is funding. Vicky was in such poor condition that she had to stay overnight under emergency care. Her frail body needed IV fluids, antibiotics, supplement and most of all pain killers. She will need to have a full blood panel done today. When CARE of DC stepped up to help Vicky we did it without thought of what the cost would be. We saw an extremely ill and emaciated dog and we wanted to help. Initial estimates for Vicky’s total recovery are about $2,500. If you could find it in your heart to donate towards her care we would be extremely grateful. Take a look at the photos. Vicky has been through so much. She was starved, neglected and not given proper veterinary care. Let’s all chip in and give her the life that she deserves. CARE of DC is a registered 501C3 organization so your contribution is tax deductible. Thank you for your consideration!

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