09/12/2011
We'll spare you the before pictures, they are just too hard to see, but trust me this is one LUCKY dog!!!!
Lucky chose the right place to present himself - the home of one of DART's volunteers, Connie & Joe D'Agostino, who recognized the severity of his condition. This precious little 10 lb. fellow was completely matted and covered with 1000's of fleas & ticks, truly in the worst condition I have ever seen.
Lucky is pictured here after 3 most difficult hours of being bathed, shaved, de-flea & deticked. Many, many thanks go to Beth DeBoard, owner of The Pet Place in Trenton (706-657-3802), who is a miracle groomer!!! He then made his way to the vet for a health assessment. Though he needs to recover from severe anemia as a result of massive flea infestation and starvation, he is otherwise in relatively good health for a 5-6 year old Shih Tzu.
Now, our immediate mission is to find Lucky a foster home where he can recover from his ordeal and receive lots of TLC. Once he's regained his strength, he'll be neutered and ready to find his furever home. PLEASE, if you or anyone you know may be able to help, contact me ASAP!
Jimmy
423-413-6420
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