Gizzy

Our First Rescue

by Donna Turner

I would like for you to meet "Gizzy." She is a 10 year old Shih Tzu whose owner left her tied outside, sleeping on the ground for 3 1/2 years.When we rescued her she was unable to walk because her muscles had atrophied from lack of use.
She could not see from a combination of malnutrition and neglect. Poor Gizzy had lost 80% of her hair due to flea infestation and being exposed constantly to the weather. After she came into rescue the vet put her on 11 medications and 2 different special baths every other day. Gizzy had surgery to remove a tumor which fortunately was found to be benign.

I am happy to say that she has regained her sight to near normal range. She has a favorite chair which she loves to hop on and look out the window and watch the world go by. Her hair has 75% grown back, only her chest area is still somewhat bare. She is a very happy and appreciative Shih Tzu. Gizzy's medical bills were well over a $1500 and without your donations we would have never been able to meet her medical needs.

To see more pictures of Gizzy's road back to health, click on this link!Gizzy's Pictures

It has been 4 years since Gizzy's rescue and she has now gone to the Rainbow Bridge. Please visit Gizzy's Memorial

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