A friend contacted ART about an American Bulldog named Big Dog. His was a story we hear so often: his owner died, and a friend was kind enough to take him in, but the friend couldn’t afford to deal with his many medical issues. Big Dog had a skin ailment that caused him much discomfort; he was riddled with heartworms, and he was eating but kept losing weight – not to mention the fact that he missed his owner. When he managed to move around, his head hung low. The friend thought he had no other option but euthanasia. What a world of difference the last nine months–and the support of ART–have made. Big Dog now lives with a loving foster mom named Bettie and has successfully completed his heart worm treatment. His coat looks fabulous and he’s gained weight, now weighing in at a healthy 93 pounds. And, these improvements in his health have generated even bigger changes in his personality. Where he used to bark and growl at everyone, he is now everybody’s friend. He’s a spirited, although klutzy, playmate to other dogs: he loves to steal the toys of the 15 pound poodles that live next door and play tug with them, or what more aptly might be called “pull the poodle. ”Big Dog demands nothing and appreciates everything, and it takes so little to make him so very happy. He is an affectionate companion, a dependable protector, and a ferocious-sounding watchdog who’s really as gentle as a kitten. Big Dog knows he is loved… he has a wonderful new life thanks to ART and his foster mom. If you’d like to contribute to Big Dog’s Medical costs ($1100 and growing), please donate at www.ARTanimals.org and put Big Dog in the memo.
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