06/22/2026
HELP!!!
When we rescued Maura and her four littermates from a neglect situation in rural Alabama, we could tell something was a bit off about her. Despite all of the dogs being covered in fleas, ticks, sores, maggots and significantly underweight, her siblings were all spunky and outgoing. But not Maura. Maura remained in the back of her kennel, wanted to be carried everywhere, and could only be described as uncomfortable in her own skin. She just melted into you and wanted to be comforted.
During her routine spay, the vet discovered a baseball-sized mass in place of Maura's kidney that was tightly adhered to her left o***y, causing her significant pain and illness. She recommended an ultrasound and exploratory surgery. On June 17, Maura went in for her second surgery where it was confirmed that "mass" was actually Maura's horrifically deformed and infected left kidney, which needed immediate removal. After a grueling two-and-a-half hour surgery, Maura awoke feeling immediately better. With tail wags and kisses for all, her road to recovery began that very moment.
Maura is currently resting at my feet as I type this message to y'all. She has several weeks of recovery ahead of her, but she's a completely different dog. There is a light in her eyes that didn't exist before and I am so grateful she's in our care. Had her kidney ruptured, this baby girl would not have survived. Thanks to our brilliant vets at the North Alabama Spay Neuter Clinic and Chase Animal Hospital, she has a whole beautiful life ahead of her. My gratitude is overwhelming.
Maura's medical bills are extensive and I'm reaching out to see if you are able to make a donation to help us pay down this unexpected expense? I try only to ask for help in times of great need, and this is one of those times. Any support would be so deeply appreciated.
I look forward to keeping you posted on Maura's progress as she heals and gets ready to have an amazing life with a forever fami
