Rudy’s Rescue

06/18/2025

Manny was a perfect gentleman again today at the vet. Bloodwork was done and the results came back normal except for ALP (alkaline phosphatase). It was the same level (high) as last time. That number can indicate liver disease, but it can also indicate other issues. including the cyst on Manny's back. Our vet said that since Manny was not showing any visible symptoms of Cushing's Disease, he would like to keep Manny on Milk Thistle and start him on Denamarin for liver support. His eyes were much improved and we will continue with Cyclosporine drops twice daily. He gained half a pound since his last visit.
The cyst on his back still looks pretty bad after antibiotics and daily ointment. It's not still infected, but it's not healing either. We are in agreement with the vet that we will only surgically remove the cyst if it becomes problematic. Our sweet boy will go back in 3 months for bloodwork. We're hoping we can keep the cyst at bay and not have to have it looked at again before he goes in for bloodwork.
The vet commented how great he looked for his age and of course, Manny flirted with all the techs taking care of him. I saw him eyeballing the rug he peed on at the last visit so I didn't let him go near it. He got the last laugh though. As a parting gift, Manny peed outside at the front door entrance.😄

06/17/2025

Today is recheck day for Manny. We’ll post an update soon.

06/17/2025

Pictured below is last October on the left, and the other pictures was taken today. His eye color has changed but he has perfected the looking through your soul gaze.😊Bubs has gotten over some of his puppy shenanigans and to date and has never chewed on anything he isn't supposed to. At 10 months he weighs in at 64 pounds. He plays hard then rests hard. We're still hopeful that bubs can find his forever family. Will it be hard for him since we have been the only family he has known? Of course it will. However, Bubs loves everyone and isn't afraid to show it. We just have to find his owners so they too can love Bubs the way we do.
For more info about this sweet boy, please email [email protected]

06/16/2025

There’s nothing like an after supper nap.

06/15/2025

06/13/2025

After five days, Willow is finally sleeping on a bed. She’s been walking around them and trying to figure out what they were but opted to lay on the floor. Hopefully she can now rest comfortably.

06/13/2025

Happy Friday the 13th. Be careful out there!😄

06/12/2025

Manny is not only good looking, he has hidden talents as well. His latest trick is opening the gate to the bedroom to either nap or sit by the gate and ask to be let out. He is also a dog of few words and likes to express his wants and needs with eye contact.👀
Manny will be going for his check up this coming Tuesday. We hope to have good news!

06/11/2025

Guess who is the cleanest girl in the house? And boy….she was dirty!

06/10/2025

Please welcome Willow to Rudy's!

Willow comes to us from a shelter . She was taken in as a stray but after several days, no one claimed her. We think Miss Willow is a Beagle mix. Possibly Beagle/Basset or "Bagel"😊. She is estimated to be 8 years old. Unfortunately, Willow has cataracts and heartworms. She has started taking Doxycycline and will receive her first heartworm treatment injection on July 9. We could use some help with the cost of her treatment which will run $500.
Willow is as sweet as they come and will be adoptable after her heartworm treatment is complete. This little lady is a gem and will make someone a wonderful companion.

06/08/2025

It’s been a hot one today! The clouds and wind is starting to roll in for the storms we’re expecting later. We decided to come outside and enjoy some of the afternoon before the weather hits.

06/07/2025

Just wanted to share this picture we got from the boarding facility we used for Bubs while we were away. She was trying to get those gorgeous eyes. I'd say she captured them perfectly.