Call of donations for Luke: Little Harz dog needs expensive operation!

Call of donations for Luke: Little Harz dog needs expensive operation!

Harz, Deutschland - In the past few weeks, a small dog named Luke from the Harz has conquered the hearts of animal lovers. The poor four-legged friend fights painful patella luxation, a disease in which the kneecap slips from its intended position. According to news38.de is not only painful, but can also be painful and long-term scale lead.

Luke was already operated on in Braunschweig, where his kneecap was put back to the right place and fixed with nails. Despite this first step, he urgently needs further help, since his other leg also has to be operated on. The introduction of physiotherapy for mobilization is also on the program, but the exact time for this is only determined during a last check. Unfortunately, the animal rights activists and the animal shelter are dependent on donations in order to be able to cover the high veterinary costs. Another intervention could drive the costs up to 1,300 euros, depending on the chosen treatment method and the respective veterinarian, as reported on mypetclub.de

The background of the patella luxation

What leads to patella luxation? This bone shift can be found particularly in small dog breeds such as dwarf poodles or Chihuahua. However, it can also affect larger breeds such as roof dogs or cocker spaniel, such as anicura.de . Causes are mostly congenital malformations or motion accidents, sometimes obesity also plays a role.

The symptoms that keepers can observe in their dogs are diverse. A hopping corridor, occasional lameness or even protected from the affected leg are frequent signs. If patella luxation is suspected, a veterinarian should be consulted immediately. The treatment varies depending on the degree of dislocation: While grade 1 can often be treated conservatively with a manual reduction, with degrees 4 operations and more intensive aftercare measures are necessary.

How can you help?

currently Luke needs support to finance the necessary treatments. Donations can be transferred directly to the accounts of the animal shelter: Harzsparkasse, IBAN DE30 8105 2000 0361 0557 57, BIC NOLADE21HRZ or via PayPal at Tierheim.qlb.paypal@gmail.com. Every contribution, no matter how small, can help to return Luke's quality of life and relieve its other suffering.

The case of Luke is an urgent reminder from the fact that every dog needs a voice. If we hold together, we can enable the animals in need of protection to be a better life and prevent other dogs from suffering the same fate.