Call for Luke: Harzer dog urgently needs help!

Call for Luke: Harzer dog urgently needs help!

Quedlinburg, Deutschland - A small dog named Luke from the Harz currently counts on the support of animal atmosphere. Luke suffers from a patella luxation, a painful dislocation of his kneecap, which severely limits him during his movements. His situation is not easy: the operation he had to endure in Braunschweig has brought the kneecap back to its place, but his tendons are weakened due to the disease and now requires a painful rehabilitation process.

The animal rights activists from Quedlinburg have teamed up to donate for the veterinary costs incurred. In addition to the operation carried out, physiotherapy is now also in sight, which will be carried out via a certain period of time. "We appreciate a financial effort that goes far beyond our means," says a spokesman for the animal welfare association, since the necessary funds are missing for further surgical intervention in Luke's second leg. The donations can be sent directly to the Harzsparkasse or via PayPal to support the three -legged fighter.

What is a patella liuxation?

Patella luxation, a common problem in dogs, means that the kneecap jumps out of its normal position. According to experts, this problem can be found in about 7% of the puppies. Small breeds such as the Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier or the dwarf poodle are particularly affected. The symptoms range from occasional lameness to massive restrictions on movement ability. At Luke, the symptoms have been shown in the form of lameness and a protective posture of his leg.

• Symptoms: keeping the leg, walking difficulties, sporadic lameness.
• severity degrees:
  • Grad I: Occasional dislocation without essential lameness.
  • Grade II: Luxation that occurs occasionally through pressure.
  • Grade III: permanent dislocation that causes pain.
  • Grad IV: Permanent dislocation with permanent lameness.

In order to secure the well -being of animals like Luke and help over the financial hurdles, the willingness to donate and the solidarity of the community are asked. If you have any questions, contact via the corresponding channels is more than welcome.

The animal rights activists thank you in advance for any support that is done for the benefit of this small charismatic fighter. Together we can help to steer Luke's life again in a more positive direction.

For more information about the situation of Luke and how you can help, visit the websites: news38 , AKC and Mypetclub .