Help Dean Support Bella's Recovery After Tragic Fire
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Hi Everyone - Thank you for taking the time to read about this fundraiser I have set up on behalf of my brother, Dean and his support for Bella, a dog tragically left without her owner due to a fire.
On Sunday, 2/2, a fire broke out in an apartment building across the street from Dean's; and tragically, the apartment where the fire broke out took the life of a 75-year-old man. Miraculously, the victim's dog Bella, who was in the apartment as well, survived; however, she sustained injuries to her lungs from being in the apartment for over 30 minutes until she was rescued.
Over the past year, my brother and the victim became friendly thanks to their dogs!
When Dean saw Bella being taken from the building by the firefighters, he immediately stepped up and took in Bella rather than having her sent to a shelter. Unable to walk, eat, or drink (due to the shock), he took her straight to the Emergency Veterinary Hospital.
While Bella's long-term prognosis is good, after numerous exams and tests, her immediate needs include receiving oxygen, IV hydration, and an overnight stay in the oxygen tank.
While the long-term plan for Bella is still being figured out, and no next of kin found yet for the victim, Dean, without hesitation, signed off on anything Bella needed at the hospital, and has taken on the expense personally.
I am hoping to raise funds to help relieve my brother of some of the financial burden he already incurred, as well as prepare for any future help Bella may need.
Donations in any amount are greatly appreciated.
I will continue to provide updates and photos of Bella and her progress.
Organizer
Krisi Letendre
Organizer
New York, NY