08/08/2021
Update: Josetteβs surgery went as expected and she is now back in her foster home, resting comfortably. Lots of boxer kisses to all who helped make this surgery possible.
Goal: $2000
Donations: $1205 Thank you to all who donated!
Josette needs your help! She has been diagnosed with Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS), which means inflammation of the cornea and surrounding tissues from drying (inadequate production of tears). A recommendation was made to put meds in her eyes three times a day and a lubricant four to six times a day in an effort to save her eyes and make her more comfortable. Despite our best efforts over the last six months, her eyes have continued to deteriorate and at this time, she is blind in her right eye and due to her discomfort, it needs to be removed. In addition, we have scheduled parotid duct transposition surgery on her left eye to preserve what vision she does have (itβs like looking out of a muddy windshield). Following surgery, she will still need meds for her eyes, but much more limited in scope. Our goal is to make sure she is discomfort free and to save her left eye. Her surgery has been scheduled for August 23 and is estimated to cost approximately $2000. Josette is a sweet five year old and is so deserving of your help. We would be very grateful if you could find it in your heart to help her. In addition to donating through this post, you can also donate directly on our website at www.boxerarc.org/donate.php.