Category Archives: Dogs/Puppies

UPDATE: Seal Recovering From Exploratory Surgery

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6/3/25 UPDATE- Seal is recovering from exploratory surgery. He had a gastrotomy which means they went into his stomach to look for foreign material. A fragment that resembled a bullet kept appearing on his Radiographs and Seal was showing neurologic symptoms (Nystagmus, ataxia, and regurgitation).

The doctor was able to remove the object from the stomach. It had caused damage to the lining where there was an ulcer that formed.

I just called to check on Seal and he is stable and resting comfortably. We are awaiting the test at Michigan State to determine if the object contained a type of metal causing toxicity in his bloodstream. That could take several more days, but we could not wait and risk his stomach perforating, or sepsis.

Right now, we are incredibly grateful for Advanced Animal Emergency, the staff, and especially Dr Maria Rivera for saving Seal. They understood the urgency of the situation, and they treated a stray homeless dog with compassion because his life matters. His foster mom and I are hoping to pick him up this evening.

5/18/25 HEARTWORM TREATMENT HAS BEGUN- On April 16th, we posted the story about “Seal”, a dog that was found with a gunshot wound, emaciated, heartworm positive, and the SWEETEST BOY EVER.

My co-worker took him home and has been fostering him until he gets through his Heartworm treatment. The 1st of 3 injections was started 2 days ago which is why his back is shaved. It’s an injection that goes deep in his back muscle. He is an older guy and he needs a forever place to call HOME.

Seal gets along with everyone he meets including other dogs. If you would like to make a donation towards his heartworm treatment, upcoming neuter, and tale amputation, we would be so grateful. Also please share to help him find a home he so desperately deserves.

Seal, the Emaciated Puppy

4/16/25 Here are some pics of the emaciated pup that I posted in the video earlier this morning. Seal is thriving, yet he has a LONG way to go with treatment for Heartworm Disease, standard vetting, and other medical issues his doctors at Moore Veterinary Hospital are trying to figure out. His joints are swollen, he has a bullet lodged in his chest, he has skin issues, and he may have diabetes insipidus.

Sweet happy Seal obviously went a VERY long time neglected and now here we are trying to pick up the pieces. His foster mamma Trisha Petersen loves him and she is giving him the BEST chance possible.

Please donate if you can and your donation will go to “Seal”. I’ll post a video of his adorable Seal sounding song bark. https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

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Animal Control Officer Reaches Out For Help

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5/29/25 – A caring and compassionate animal control officer asked if we would help save this guy from euthanasia. He was dumped with an old fracture injury that was never treated properly. His front leg had a plate and broken pins which left him unable to bend or use the leg. We agreed to cover the cost of surgery to give Archie a chance to live. Amputation was scheduled but the veterinarian was able to replace the hardware with a fresh plate and pins allowing “Archie” a chance to recover and learn how to use the leg again. He is currently with a rescue group while looking for a forever home. Archie is proof that donations save lives.

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Sheba Was Hit by a Car — She Needs Help to Heal

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5/21/25: On May 8th we were contacted about a husky that was seen hit by a car on the expressway. The good Samaritans and some bystanders were able to get the dog in the car and transported over to emergency where she was diagnosed with a fractured femur.

Estimates were from $2500-$5000 for surgical repair which was not something they could afford. We offered to help with a portion of the cost so that Sheba could have a chance.

She is about 1 year old and they are looking for a permanent home once she is fully healed.

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Sophie And Her 7 Puppies!

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5/12/25 UPDATE: Sophie is doing great and all of the puppies are ready to go or already in their forever homes! Thank you to our 4 Paws 1 Heart supporters for helping us make a difference in so many lives!

Sophie Had Her Seven Babies

1/18/25 – It was 11/30/24 when we were contacted about Sophie. She was rescued while on the streets in the freezing rain. Her rescuer, Kelly, estimated her to be about 1 year old. Sophie was seen at our partner veterinary clinic, Five Mile Animal Hospital, Unfortunately, Sophie was pregnant but thankfully, Kelly was willing to make sure Sophie had her babies while in her care and she would foster the family until everyone could be fully vetted and adopted out. We committed to finishing Sophie’s medical when appropriate and making sure the babies were vaccinated and neutered/spayed when of age.

Today, Sophie had her babies!! SEVEN!! Rosie is being a great mom and I’m sure that these photos will melt your hearts on this very soon to be frigid day. – diana

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Hunting Beagle Given a Second Chance

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4/23/25 Her first toy, first bath, first time in a house, first time watching tv, rolling in the grass and having chew toys. Lady and her sibling lived their entire life in a cage outside because they were used for rabbit hunting. Lady was fortunate to have a 2nd chance, and we are happy to help with her new beginning that she desperately deserves. She has an appointment on May 1st, 2025, for her surgery. Here is the email I received and if you would like to donate towards Lady here is the link. https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Hi Gina, my names Nicole and I’m reaching out to you about a Beagle I rescued last week. My brother called me and told me about a friend at work that was moving and had outdoor rabbit hunting beagles he needed to find a home for or they’d have to go to the pound. He ended up putting one to sleep because she had huge mammary tumors. I took the other one. She is 11 years old, has never been in the house. I’ve had her since last Tuesday. She’s absolutely the sweetest thing and is so grateful to be inside. Wednesday I took her in for a heartworm test and it was negative (thank God) and she got a steroid for a skin infection. She also has several mammary tumors but they’re smaller. The vet at all about animals that seen her said there’s a 50/50 chance if they’re cancerous or not. She is not spayed. I’m having a hard time finding somewhere to spay her that isn’t $600+ because of her age, and I absolutely cannot afford that unfortunately. I’m also worried about pyometra because with her age, if she got it I’d probably end up having to put her to sleep. I’m just trying to give her the best life possible for however long she might have left. Thank you so much for your time and all that you do to help all the babies that you can! I’ve attached some pics of her and a video of her seeing a TV for the first time ever, which is funny and so sad at the same time.

Kindle and Thanos Surrendered to Make A Difference Rescue

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4/17/25 – It was in mid-February when Kindle, a 13 year old basenji and Thanos, a 10 year old lab were surrendered to Make a Difference Rescue. They were in horrible shape. Kindle was having surgery that day to have a mass cell tumor removed and to have infected teeth pulled. He was very underweight. 4 Paws 1 Heart was thankful to be able to help with the majority of the bill. These senior dogs will be well taken care of and find furever, loving homes. – diana https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Miss Gracie Is Doing Amazing

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4/13/25. People have been asking about “Miss Gracie” so I thought I’d update! She is doing AMAZING in her foster home playing, happy, loving the yard, learning, enjoying her new fur friends, and getting unconditional love and structure. She is ready for a HOME!

4 Paws 1 Heart is NOT a rescue or associated with placement. All medical which came to around $5,000 was covered by our organization. Emergency care adds up fast and she was very critical.

Please consider donating if you can, so that we can continue to help more cats and dogs who need us. https://4paws1heart.org/donations/ If you want more information about Gracie please email gina.4paws1heart@gmail.com.

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Have a blessed Sunday!

Rosie Lived Her Entire Life Outside

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4/10/25. Rosie lived her entire life outside Here is the email I received describing her rescue mission. We donated towards her Heartworm Treatment. God bless this person for stepping up and never giving up. Your donations give 2nd chances. Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Hello, I was walking my senior dog Truman around our neighborhood and saw Rosie in the backyard of a home. I made contact with the owner who kept her outside 24/7. The yard was cluttered and she had no straw and many times I never saw food or water. I personally started bringing her straw, and feeding her through the fence multiple times a day for five years! She wouldn’t let me get too close but was so grateful for the food. I created a bond with her and one day noticed that the owners were moving. I asked if he had plans for her and he said he didn’t and that I could take her if I wanted to. I immediately jumped in and asked if I could take her home right then. He said yes, and I thought he would go and get her but he never came out to help me. She was so scared she hid and the weather was going to drop down to 7 below that night!!! She hid from me and ran every time I got close. I called DogAid to see if they could send someone experienced to help, they did, they never gave up and helped me bring her home. We were out there in that cold for a long time which seemed like forever! Since being in the home she has been doing absolutely amazing , we got her fixed and vaccinated which is unfortunately where we found out that she was heartworm positive.

I cried when I was able to finally pet her. I knew she couldn’t live in that yard any longer with no one caring about her. She’s now happily inside and loved daily. Jeanne

Gracie is Doing Amazing

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3/29/23 – Gracie is doing amazing and will be going to her foster home today. I’m sure she will be so happy to get out of the hospital and into a home environment. Now, she just needs a forever home.

Her medical was extensive but she is a perfect example of what our purpose is as an organization. 4 paws 1 heart gives animals like Gracie a 2nd chance. Please consider donating today. Thank you from all of us on the board! Gina https://4paws1heart.org/donations/

Gracie Emergency Update

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3/21/2025 I’m sorry it took so long to update. Turned out that Gracie was bleeding internally. The bleeding has stopped right now. My husband and I transported her from emergency back to Moore Veterinary Hospital where she will be very closely monitored. If there are any changes in her bleeding she will go back to emergency for Surgery. She has been through a lot and was kinda crabby at the Emergency, but when she saw hubby and I she was happy. We got her back to the clinic and she finally pooped, peed, ate a little, and took her meds like a champ. Thank you so much to everyone who has cared. Thank you Advanced Animal emergency for being there for her and for giving me peace of mind that she was in good hands.

I’m sorry it’s taken me long to update, but I’ve been overwhelmed between Gracie, and everything else.

If you want to donate here is our link, but please keep her in your prayers that she recovers on her own.

I’ll update again soon, but for now she is holding her own.