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Happy Endings!Here are just a few of the many happy endings we've experienced here at Glimmer of Life. From finding our rescues loving homes to successul life-saving surgeries, we'd like to share some of these happy moments with you and hope for many more to come! If you would like to find out more about how you can help make a difference, Click Here. If you are interested in adopting a rescue dog in need of a loving home, Click Here. |
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Meet Jacqueline. Jacqueline is an adorable Jack Russell Terrier who was brought to Glimmer of Life after being hit by a car. The veterinarians didn't think she was going to make it, but we were very hopeful and wanted to try. Luckily, the good samaritan who found her felt the same way and was willing to help in every way possible, and even funded much of Jacqueline's vet bill. Jacqueline's bladder had ruptured and she underwent 4 surgeries to repair it. There were many complications, but we all refused to give up. Today, Jacqueline has graduated from her physical therapy class and is in excellent condition! She's back to running, jumping, and playing! She's very sweet and lovable, and enjoys outings! Please contact us if you are interested in adopting her! Updated: 5/27/11 |
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Meet Hennessy. Hennessy is an estimated year old Tiny 4.5 lb Pomeranian Mix we took in a few weeks ago, after being brought to Glimmer of Life and surrendered to us. Much to our surprise, Hennessy was injured in both front legs when she arrived here at Glimmer of Life. It was estimated that her injury had taken place about a week before her arrival, and without emergency surgery, she would loose the ability to walk and use her front paws. Due to the duration of time that her legs were broken, this particular surgery became very delicate and nerve recking. However, Hennessy made it through a successful surgery, and now is in recovery. We are now seeking a successful surgery, where Hennessy will soon be able to walk on all fours once again, and ultimately find her a wonderful new home. Updated: 5/27/11 |
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Meet Bobby. This beautiful little Yorkie came to us in 2007 when she was just 1 year old. Nobody knew what was wrong with her, but there was definitely something wrong! She was slowly losing her ability to walk, until one day she became totally paralyzed. Her owner had surrendered her to us, as she was not willing to provide Bobby with the necessary care. After a visit with Dr. Cook, Bobby was diagnosed with a serious disease called Atlantoaxial Instability (also known as AAL). Atlantoaxial Instability is a congenital anomaly which causes spinal cord compression. Signs and symptoms include neck pain, upper motor neuron tetraparesis, and paralysis. Without surgical treatment, the disease can lead to catastrophic acute spinal cord trauma, respiratory arrest and death. Of course we had no choice but to get Bobby the surgery she needed, but at a pound and a half she was very high risk, and no vet in the South Florida area was qualified enough to work on little Bobby. So we took a trip up to the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainsville, where the surgery was actually invented! Well, needless to say, it ended up being a huge success, and 4 years later, Bobby is still with us! She is now able to walk and eat and get around just like a normal dog would! We are forever grateful for the brilliant doctors at the University of Florida's Veterinary Medical Center! |
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Meet Kingston. This adorable little Shih Tzu was brought into our shop to be groomed after his owner had left him in the care of someone else for over a month. He was dirty and matted, and the knots over his eyes were so thick that he couldn't see. After removing the hair from over his eyes, we were astonished to find that he had been suffering from a terrible infection that left his eye bleeding, oozing, and extremely painful. After meeting with his owner, we explained the level of care that Kingston was in need of, so she agreed to surrender him to us. A visit to our vet confirmed that Kingston's eye had been infected for so long, that his cornea had been damaged beyond repair. His eye would have to be removed. We got Kingston the surgery he needed, and he is in much better spirits! He's happy and playful, and he prances around with his head held high. It doesn't seem to bother him at all that he only has one eye. With such a great disposition, we were able to find him a wonderful home in no time! Although he was only with us for a short while, he was so gentle and loving that it almost felt like he was grateful towards us. It was as if he knew he was in better hands. |
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