disabled dachshund

She Likes it! She Likes it!

Posted by Barbara Techel

gidget in stroller first time eI’m happy to report that Little Miss Gidget loves the stroller that was Frankie and Joie’s before her. With the fact that she is a walking IVDD dog, I wasn’t sure she’d want to be in a stroller. She tires after about a 1/2 mile walk when I walk her, so for longer ones I’m so glad she likes riding in the stroller. This stroller sure has put on the miles!

It was a beautiful day yesterday so I took two of my books I needed to mail and we walked and strolled to the post office which is a little over a mile.

I did attach a leash to her harness vest and tied it to the side of handle of the stroller. It was a good idea because when she saw birds and a squirrel she wanted to run after them. So this kept her safe and secure. She is a true doxie at heart!

This weekend I hope to get my bike out and introduce Gidget to that too. I have a hunch she is going to be a great front riding basket dog.  SQUEAL!

Sweet, Lovable Disabled Dachshund in Need of a New Home

Posted by Barbara Techel

This notice came to me from my friend, Dr. Kim Bloomer about a little guy Dachshund named Sam who needs to find a new home due to his current caretaker who works full time. The note below is from cousin of caretaker, but the contact is Toni at mariahspromise@msn.com.  Please contact Toni asap if you can help!  Thank you.  Sam sounds like a wonderful dog… and oh, so darling!  As you can see in the last photo he does also have a wheelchair.

doxie 1I am reaching out to see if anyone has thoughts or ideas regarding a serious situation that involves a beautiful, sweet, dachshund named Sam.

Sam (my cousin Terry’s dog)  is a four year old doxy who was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease and lost the use of his back legs; Sam became incontinent due to this illness, he has a wheelchair to help him get around.

Sam is a loving, sweet animal but needs to wear diapers. The problem is, Sam recently figured out how to wiggle out of his diapers. Terry is at work all day and comes home to a very frightened Sam who has soiled himself. Terry’s friend does look in on Sam during the day but this is not enough for Sam to have a good quality of life.

I wanted to know if anyone knows a good dachshund rescue or a person who has  time and may be willing to adopt or foster a disabled, young, sweet dog. Sam is neutered and otherwise healthy.

My cousin may be forced to put Sam to sleep if he cannot find a place to take him. Terry is willing to drive Sam anywhere in the country to re-home him.

Photos of Sam below. Wheelchair photo was taken with a vet tech who wanted to adopt Sam, she was offered a full time job that will not allow her to do this. While in her care, this woman said she truly enjoyed caring for and being with Sam.

Thank you so much for reading this email. I appreciate all ideas. Please feel free to share this email with anyone who might be able to help.

Randi

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Darla the Dachshund: Another Recipient of the Frankie Wheelchair Fund

Posted by Barbara Techel

darla 2How cute is this girl?  And does she remind you of anyone?  I swear I’m looking at Frankie!

About two months ago, Sheila Choi of The Fuzzy Pet Foundation (TFPF) contacted me asking if the Frankie Wheelchair Fund could help with this sweet girl. I was thrilled because of donations I’ve received from many of you for the Frankie Wheelchair Fund, that we were able to provide the funds for Darla’s wheelchair from Eddie’s Wheels.

Darla will soon be getting on a plane with a volunteer from TFPF and flying to Connecticut for her potential forever home.  As you might guess, my heart strings really pulled toward this little one. I could have easily taken her in. But alas, I have my love dog on wheels, who I love so very dearly.  But if I could have a whole short, wheelin’ herd of these little ones I’d love it!  But I’m crossing my fingers (toes, arms, legs, eyes…) that when she gets to Connecticut it is the perfect match. I do think whoever gets this sweet girl is going to be so lucky!  Just like me with my Joie.

So please wish Darla luck as she now begins to explore the world once again on her happy wheels and as she transitions to a new life. And again, a huge thank you to everyone who has made donations to the Frankie Wheelchair Fund to make this possible. My heart grows ten times its size every time I can help another little one get their wheels.

If you know of anyone who is interested in donating to the Frankie Wheelchair Fund I’m always accepting donations…. and as always, I’m deeply grateful!

As a reminder if you live in or around the Milwaukee, WI area, the Pewaukee Veterinary Service is offering two upcoming pet massage seminars.  One is this Saturday, March 23rd and the next one is April 4th.  There is no cost for this two hour hands on seminar, but they are asking for a donation for the Frankie Wheelchair Fund.  Their first seminar raised $170!  Massage is great for all pets, but especially those with conditions such as IVDD, arthritis, etc.

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