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ANDY (1998-7/23/06) was blessed with a second chance four times. Unfortunately, the
fourth was not to be. Andy was brought into the Brookline family after losing his second
home through no fault of his own. This big loveable guy was matched with his forever
home, but his hind leg was beginning to be a problem. After very expensive diagnostic
tests, it was determined that Andy had a deteriorating and incurable disease that
ended his life after eight years.
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BEAR D. BEAR was a happy-go-lucky guy with a constant smile on his face. His foster
moms knew that there was something ‘just not quite right’ with this happy, loving guy.
After very expensive diagnostic procedures and blood work, he was diagnosed with a
tumor on the base of his heart. The vet estimated that he had maybe 2 months to live.
Bear D Bear lived out his remaining time happy and loved, bringing smiles to everyone
he greeted. Sadly, Bear D. Bear crossed the Rainbow Bridge in November, 2006.
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BODE is a young puppy who was rushed to U of P Veterinary hospital on his very first
night in foster care. He was so badly infested with parasites that it was questionable
if he would pull through. He spent several days and nights at the hospital. Bode’s
determination to live and the loving care of his foster parents pulled him through and
he has been adopted by a loving family.
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BUCKLEY was rescued from a shelter at 12 weeks of age and placed with a foster
family. Just a few days later, she was spending her days at the animal hospital where
she was diagnosed with Parvo, which is often fatal in young dogs. This virus was
probably contracted at the shelter. She fought the odds and is now a happy, healthy
beauty.
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CALLIE was 4 months old when she came into the Brookline family. She was
suffering from mange, a urinary tract infection and skin infections due to the scratching
associated with the mange. Her progress was slow and the mange would come back
in larger areas. Several types of expensive treatments needed to be done to help this
beautiful girl. All that is behind her now and she is enjoying the good life with her
human and fur siblings.
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GUS was brought to a shelter, adopted out to a family and unfortunately returned to the
shelter when it was determined that he needed some very expensive ear surgery.
Brookline stepped in to help Gus get sprung from the shelter.
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JACKIE was rescued from a shelter and placed in foster care. But, she just did not
seem like a happy, healthy lab. A visit with the vet brought the horrible news that
Jackie was suffering from kidney failure and did not have much time left. Her care
required expensive diagnostic tests, medication, special food and IV fluid. Through
the love and support of the entire Brookline family, Jackie spent the last months of her
life happy, loved and cared for. Sadly, Jackie crossed the Rainbow Bridge in
September, 2006.
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Jake was found on a dark road by some very special people called foster angels. His
original owners could not be found after many, many attempts. Jake was diagnosed
with Lyme's disease and problems with both knees. Brookline has stepped up to
help Jake. Please read his story.
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KALLIE was rescued from a situation of severe neglect, which resulted in some
neurological problems in stressful situations. Since she had not been socialized as a
youngster, stressful situations were common. Kallie received the diagnostic tests she
needed to determine the best path for her. She was adopted by her Brookline foster
family and she now has the happy life she deserves.
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LITTLE BETTY and her littermates were rescued and transported to their new foster
home. One by one, the puppies started to get sick and were rushed to the veterinarian
for treatment.
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MEG came to Brookline from a very horrible situation. She had been terribly mistreated
and possibly abused. Thanks to a very special foster family and the Bright Horizons
Fund, Meg got the love and the veterinary care she .
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SARA is a sweet, beautiful 8 month old girl who literally ran into some bad luck. She
was out running in the fields with her family when she caught the scent of something
too tempting to ignore. She took off after it, crossing the road and was hit by a
snowplow.
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SAMMI came into the Brookline family when her family could no longer deal with her
medical condition. She suffered from a horrible disease much like acid reflux in
humans. This condition would not allow her to digest her food properly. All of her
needs were met by the loving Brookline volunteers, but Sammi only saw eight months
of life. But those eight months were filled with love.
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