Our three rescue planks near and dear to us are; Rescue, Rehab, and Reform. With every rescue, we hope just one person will learn something new to help them care for their animals, or better yet, to pass that lesson on to others to spread the good. Ducky is a special dog to us and exemplifies our three planks and soon you’ll realize why we call him Mr. Ed Ducky!
Ducky was just a puppy at a shelter waiting for his forever family;
His story began as a puppy in a shelter. Many puppies that come through the shelter system are at high risk of becoming ill. Oftentimes, they are born from dogs who weren’t properly vaccinated but coupled with being thrown into a shelter environment, that already low immunity is at an even higher risk for illness. All dogs are to receive intake vaccinations to help protect them, but those vaccines aren’t immediate, and they always need a booster down the road. Ducky did get his initial vaccines and was quickly adopted!
Back at the shelter for the second time.
About a year and a half later, Ducky was found as a stray… abandoned and left to fend for himself. He looked a lot different as he found himself back at the same shelter he was adopted from. Sure, he was bigger, but he had a staggering walk, had facial deformities, and his teeth were completely rotten. All symptoms of suffering a horrible disease called distemper.
His Rescue
We immediately went to get Ducky… Rescued! The next step in Ducky’s transformation was his Rehab. Distemper affects a dog’s respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems with life-changing, and life-longing effects. Obviously, there was a long gap and we don’t know what sweet Ducky experienced, but the effects of his fight with distemper were evident.
His medical treatment
Ducky eventually had to have ALL of his teeth removed and will occasionally have a head twitch that will remain along with the changes in his skull. But… he is a beautiful, and tremendously well-behaved dog. He had an incredible family that took him in to foster, and he eventually found the perfect family to adopt him!
Ducky, the new dog ambassador!
As mentioned, Ducky is the perfect dog! He had an incredible foster family who connected with him in a special way and helped his Rehab. But they also led an effort to help Reform and educate the public about Ducky connecting with the Children’s Craniofacial Association. Ducky became an Ambassador dog helping spread the word about this wonderful organization representing the children who may have some physical differences, but are equally special and also perfect! Mr. Ed Ducky reporting for duty!
What is Reform?
Reforming the public begins with connecting to folks and educating them on what is going on right in their very own community. Whether it’s providing tips and resources on how to care for pets, or by providing community support through our Serenity Project, knowledge sharing is key to helping people become animal aware and reversing the treatment we continue to see within animal welfare.
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LEARN MORE about Children’s Craniofacial Association here: https://ccakids.org/about-cca.html
LEARN MORE about Distemper here: https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/canine-distemper
Who is Dallas DogRRR?
Our rehabilitation efforts address the physical and emotional needs of rescued animals and prepare them for the second chance they deserve. You can make a difference by fostering, adopting, or making a donation toward these worthy animals.
Thank you for supporting Dallas Dog. Our mission is to create a safer place for animals by rescuing and rehabilitating those who are neglected, unwanted and abused across Texas or displaced by natural disasters nearby and finding them a permanent home. You can visit our website at www.dallasdog.org to follow our amazing journey.
Watching his journey reminds me of the signs your liver is healing. Just like with a body recovering from substance use, there are often gradual improvements that indicate positive change. For example, as the liver heals, you might notice increased energy levels and better digestion. It’s essential to celebrate these milestones, as they represent a step towards overall well-being. Ed's story illustrates the power of resilience and the possibility of renewal, showing that with the right support and commitment, profound transformations can take place. His journey encourages us all to pursue healing in our lives.