I just want to again thank everyone for their prayers and generosity. Hercules continues to amaze and it’s just mind boggling what lots of love and attention has done to make him stronger. I swear that he’s becoming quite the ham. Here’s another photo of him when we were at the Paul Mitchell School. As soon as things slow down a little, 4 Paws 1 Heart will once again be there to help our rescue friends. Although, we were able to deliver dog food to Misfit Angels Rescue, cat food and litter to A Scooter’s ResQ, and linens to A Rejoyceful Animals Rescue. We look forward to getting even more food and supplies at my next gathering of friends and family.~diana

“Things continue to be a little crazy here at Hercules Central. As I work to respond to e-mails, write thank you notes, and issue receipts for donations, and do updates, I’m failing to keep as current on our Rescue Partners’ needs. I hope to complete all of the “paperwork” by the end of this week and be back to normal. I can tell you this, though, we are absolutely looking forward to helping more furbabies, so stay tuned and in touch. Here’s our photo board of some of the many who have been helped by 4P1H~ diana

HERCULES UPDATE: Hercules had a play date yesterday (Friday). Two admirers and their boxers visited and he had a great time impressing everyone with his cuteness. He had lots of fun playing with his new boxer friends but we think he may have over did it. Today when he got up he didn’t even want to harass Gina’s cat. He may have been in a little pain. Gina gave him some medicine and he’s resting in the love of his foster home and family.

HERCULES UPDATE: Hercules is becoming quite the star. He’ll be visiting friends at the Paul Mitchell School in Sterling Heights next week. They’ve been having a fundraiser for him. He’s already been doing some neighborhood garage sales. And, sometime in the next two weeks, he should be going for his first hydrotherapy session in hopes that he can build muscle and flexibility.  We still haven’t heard back from Michigan State but our doctors will be following up and we’ll be updating everyone. We want to continue to thank everyone praying and donating money and services. We’re hoping that Hercules can be the poster boy for all of the tortured, abused, and neglected cats and dogs who are saved each day by the dedicated rescue groups that we strive to help. ~ diana

Hercules is becoming quite the star. He’ll be visiting friends at the Paul Mitchell School in Sterling Heights next week. They’ve been having a fundraiser for him. He’s already been doing some neighborhood garage schools. And, sometime in the next two weeks, he should be going for his first hydrotherapy session. We still haven’t heard back from Michigan State but our doctors will be following up and we’ll be updating everyone. We want to continue to thank everyone praying and donating money and services. We’re hoping that Hercules can be the poster boy for all of the tortured, abused, and neglected cats and dogs who are saved each day by the dedicated rescue groups that we strive to help. ~ diana

More Information about Hercules as we’ve had many adoption inquiries. — A Fracture Specialist from Michigan State is going to review his case, so towards the end of the week or next week for sure he will contact us. Things have been crazy with lots of ups and downs. In the meantime we’re doing physical therapy for him. He is in good spirits and just a lover… Potential adoption is a long ways away for Hercules. His long-term prognosis with these injuries is guarded and only time will tell when/if pain sets in. He may need amputation in the future depending on how things go, so he is a special needs puppy, but we are doing all we can for him and will continue.. Thank You to everyone for your support and we’ll keep updates on his progress. If and when the time for adoption comes up, we’ll let everyone know. His home will depend on the requirements needed for him to fulfill a good quality of life but because of the generosity of so many, he will definitely have the funds he needs. More information to follow. ~ Gina and Diana

Just talked to Gina and Hercules is resting comfortably at home after his long ride to Lansing and back. Although the fracture specialist was not available, he was seen by a doctor who will review his findings with the specialist and get back to us by the middle of next week. Thus far, the doctor today is agreeing with Dr. Balaj and saying that an operation may not be possible. The MSU doctor believes that with concentrated therapy, Hercules could have a shot at a reasonably good life but it will take a special family to give him what he needs. To all of our donors, I will be in touch just in case Hercules cannot be operated on, we will be happy to return your donation. Although, I will say that every day there are many dogs and cats who face the cruelty that Hercules had, and 4 Paws 1 Heart is always there to help as much as we can. But for now, we’ll hold tight until we hear from the other specialist and I will let everyone know by e-mail, facebook, and website. Thank You and May God Bless everyone for their prayers and donations. Dogs and cats are amazing creatures who continue to love unconditionally and I feel blessed that we’ve been able to help so many. ~ diana

Story of 5-month-old puppy that suffered abuse, neglect
www.clickondetroit.com/lifestyle/pets/Hercules-needs-your-help