Cause 4 Paws Rescue and Humane Society
L U C K Y
URGENT: Foster or Forever home needed!
Meet Lucky...this handsome boy is an 8 to 9 month old Pit Bull. Lucky is good with kids and other dogs. Lucky is very affectionate, he just loves kisses & hugs! He also loves to cuddle and sit on your lap...he adores attention! Lucky would make a wonderful addition to any home!
Please click on his picture below to see his bio page for more information.
UPDATE 5/5/08: Lucky had X-rays done at a different vet today. The hope is that this vet will be more affordable. Good news...he is!!! They do indeed need to do both sides but the price is a fraction of what the first vet quoted us. The super good news is that I told them to go ahead and start on the first leg tomorrow as we have almost all the money for that one and hopefully will before he goes home in a couple days. :) Thanks everyone for the well-wishes for this sweetheart.
UPDATE 5/6/08: I just talked to the vet and Lucky was coming out of anethesia and had done well in surgery. They will know more tomorrow on if he will go home then or the following day. He will have to be on very limited activity for 28 days...basically just going outside to potty and nothing more. I am thrilled that Lucky is on his way to being a normal puppy.
AFTERNOON UPDATE 5/6/08: The vet said that Lucky is doing VERY well after surgery and is releasing him to go home this afternoon!
UPDATE 5/8/08: Lucky is doing well. He is sad, of course but he is on his way to recovery! He can only go out long enough to potty and right back in his room.
UPDATE 5/20/08: Lucky went to get his sutures out today! The vet said he is doing well. He is starting to use his leg a little and is getting around really good. He still has to be leash walked when he goes out and still can't play with other dogs but pretty soon, he will be good as new!
UPDATE 6/19/08: Lucky went in to see the vet yesterday, 6/18/08. He's been in a lot of pain and the leg that has been operated on is bowed out.
His balance has been a bit messed up and he's been falling over. The vet said that there is deterioration of the muscle (atrophied) since he hasn't been putting a lot of weight on it and its pretty swollen.
The vet prescribed a 30 day supply of Deramaxx which is a pretty strong painkiller and anti-inflammatory drug.
He also said Lucky needs water therapy which is really expensive, but he needs it asap.
He's been in so much pain and the medicine we were giving him before wasn't helping too much.
He has to go back to the vet in 2-3 weeks to see if there is any progress. This is a big set back as we were hoping this wouldn't happen so he could get his second leg operated on the first week of July.
UPDATE 07/01/08: Lucky is now starting his therapy with water treadmill treatments. His first one was today and he needs to go twice a week. It costs us $55 everytime he goes and it is getting really expensive.
We will be posting pics or video of him in the water treadmill.
Thanks for all the help everyone has given us with Lucky.
Hopefully he can turn things around so he can have his second surgery. He was supposed to be having it this week (first week of July) but with the big set-back, it has been pushed back at least another two weeks if not more.
Won't you please help?
Any help is greatly appreciated!!
Lucky says... "Thank You"!
How to help us with Lucky's medical bills:
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Cause 4 Paws Rescue and Humane Society
PO Box 24
Calumet City, IL 60409-4241
Cause 4 Paws Rescue and Humane Society is a non-profit (process of 501(c)3) Rescue that is not limited to dogs. If we have space we will help whatever comes along.
PLEASE be advised that we are NOT taking in any dogs or cats at this time, we simply do not have any space.
We are a small no-kill operation that is only able to continue to function with the help of volunteers, foster homes, and donations.
The more volunteers and foster homes we have, the more homeless animals we are able to save and take in.
The more donations we receive, the more homeless animals we are able to help! All donations, large or small, are greatly appreciated!
Cause 4 Paws Rescue and Humane Society operates solely with the help of donations from generous individuals. All donations are greatly appreciated! If you would like to make a donation using PAYPAL, please click here:
SOUTH HOLLAND DOGS NEED HELP!
The recent dog fighting case in South Holland saved 37 dogs from a life of hell but now they need help!
A very small group of concerned rescuers have gone above and beyond to temperment test, transport and house these dogs so that they can have a chance at a normal life.
We need help! To contribute to Cause 4 Paws and help the South Holland dogs in our care, you may donate via paypal:
To see CBS2 coverage, go to: http://cbs2chicago.com/topstories/local_story_262181405.html
For more info on the South Holland dogs that still need help, please visit: www.thetruthaboutpitbulls.com
The following shelters/rescues have taken in at least one of the South Holland dogs. If you are interested in adoption, please contact them:
Cause 4 Paws (obviously)
Don't Bully My Breed
Puppy Love/Love Cats
AARS
PAWS Tinley Park
Animal House
MABBR
Lake Shore Animal Shelter
**Please note: As of January 1, 2006 our adption fees have increased due to a big increase in our vet costs.**
Adoption fees are now $200.00 -$350.00. Many of our dogs come to their new homes with a CRATE! Please note, most crates are used but in great condition.
Please help us care for all of the homeless pets that have found their way to us by donating any of the following items:
*Dog Food (Science Diet, ProPlan, etc)
*Blankets
*Bleach
*Gift cards for Petsmart or PetCo
*Treats
*Assorted Collars & Leashes
*Crates, Cages, Kennel Panels
If you would like to donate any of the above items, please send us an email.
Email: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
We desperately need foster homes and volunteers to help us care for the homeless animals in our program.
Volunteers and foster homes help us with animal care and socialization by providing positive interaction with the animals.
Volunteers and foster homes also assist with transportation of animals to and from Vet visits.
Please help make a positive impact on the life of a homeless animal by volunteering!
If you are interested in volunteering, or becoming a foster home, please email us at:
Email: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST!
Cause 4 Paws now has a Humane Investigator. If you know of an animal being mistreated, neglected or abused, please let us know. You can remain anonymous. Help those with no voice.
**Please read**
Our Adoption Policy:
*We will not adopt to anyone under the age of 21.
*We will not adopt animals out to be used as 'attack dogs', bait dogs, fighters or any other aggression related activity.
Our Adoption Process:
*1. A written application needs to be submitted. We will then begin the process. Please bear in mind that if it is not filled out completely, it will only slow the process down.
*2. After the application has been approved, a home visit is scheduled.
*3. Upon a satisfactory home visit, an introduction can be made with the pet you are seeking to adopt.
*We reserve the right to refuse adoptions on information we gathered during the screening process.
*All animals are microchipped and as stated on our adoption contract, must be returned to us if there is a problem.
*No refunds will be given after 3 days.
*Home visits are required before any adoption is made, no exceptions.
*We will only adopt within a 60 mile radius.
*We will not adopt a dog to be an 'outside' pet.
*We reserve the right to terminate an adoption for any violation of our contract.
****PLEASE BE PATIENT WITH OUR APPLICATION PROCESS. WE HAVE BEEN FLOODED WITH APPLICATIONS AND SINCE WE DO DEAL WITH A FAIRLY LARGE NUMBER OF DOGS, IT MAY TAKE ME A FEW DAYS TO PROCESS YOUR APPLICATION, BUT WE WILL BE IN TOUCH!****
Thanks!
Cause 4 Paws Rescue uses and highly recommends Curtis from "CANIS FAMILIARIS". Curtis is a certified professional trainer/behaviorist. He is well versed in all breeds.
To get in touch with Curtis: Phone: 773.865.6160 or on the web at: www.canisfamiliaris.info .
Come Visit Us!: Visits are by appointment only at this time.
Our mailing address is:
Cause 4 Paws Rescue
PO Box 24
Calumet City, IL 60409-4241
Email is the BEST way to contact us right now:
Email: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
PLEASE be aware that we are NOT taking in any dogs or cats at this time, we simply do not have any space.
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
