The Story So Far...

On Tuesday 4th November a young dog was rushed into a West Midlands Vets, by 3 dashing police officers after being hit by a car. She was in extreme shock with paralysis of both front legs. Vet Michelle immediately administered intravenous fluids and first aid treatment. As the poor pup was not microchipped her owner could not be found.



After 24 hours of intensive nursing and fluid therapy her condition became stable and after 48 hours she was begining to use one of her front legs. A series of x rays showed she had amazingly not broken any bones but with the nerve supply to one leg irreversibly damaged the future looked bleak for the little stray.



The next few days saw her increase in strength as she began eating and learned to move around on three legs. She was given the name Poppy by the vet who saved her life but with no owner coming forward her options were to have the useless leg amputated or be put to sleep.



Before the fatal decision could be made Karl Osborne of http://www.ardentpets.co.uk/ came forward offering to fund the surgery.



Karl said “We always try to help animals in need. It isn’t always possible because we hear of many cases. Hopefully if we have a good Christmas we will continue to use our profits to help animals in the New Year”

Four days after her accident Karl met Poppy for the first time (pictured right). She instantly started wagging her tail and was eager to get out of the kennel to say hello.



So many people have fallen in love with Poppy so we have started this blog to keep everyone upto date with her progress following surgery and in her search for a new home. If you would like to be considered for Poppy's new home please send no more than one page detailing why you should be considered to info@ardentpets.co.uk.