Love For Rylie

Rylie is a 5 year old miniature dachshund who was just attacked by another dog. He received a broken jaw in two places (just by vets exam, no X-Rays.) lost a lower canine, broke another one and has a chunk of his tongue missing. He is a very sweet and loving dog who is laid back and loves to cuddle. Even while going through this he was still wagging his tail when seeing a loved one. The vet told us it would cost upwards of 4,000 dollars to have the surgery to wire his jaw so it would heal properly. As it was we barely had enough money to afford the exam and medication fee. He is currently in a 'tape' muzzle to try and keep his jaw straight. He is on a soft (with liquid) diet due to the extensive injuries. Without the surgery his jaw will not heal properly. Every little bit counts. We are praying for a Christmas miracle to help ensure this dog's future. He will need the surgery as soon as possible before his jaw heals improperly and diminishes his quality of life. This family pet means so much to us. All money raised will go towards the medical bills to get his surgery done. The price we have now is an estimate made by MSU 24 Emergency Small Vet Clinic. We are still calling around about prices, and trying to find an Orthopedic surgeon in our area. Reccomendations of anyone you may know in comments would also be very helpful! If you would like to make a cash donation, or would like more details please e-mail me for a phone number.

Rylie had his surgery! The vet was iffy about whether or not it would work because it'd taken so long. They thought they might just have to shave that part of his jaw off and leave him with his tongue hanging out permanently, but so far so good! He's back to his old self. But once again we are in a dilemma. Upon the vet doing a check of what he could do he found that Rylie needs a second surgery because other teeth were affected. We also still need help being able to pay for getting his wires and pin out. And of course the owner of the dog who attacked Rylie thinks that it has nothing to do with her and it wasn't her fault so she isn't going to pay. We need all the support we can get. The Vet's office we are going to is located in Leslie, MI. It's the Leslie Veterinary Hospital. Phone number is - [phone redacted]. Rylie will still have his pin and wires in for a few more weeks. His first re-check is on the 10th. I want to thank EVERYONE for their support thus far. It means so much to us, and to Rylie. He's been given a second chance at life!