Preston Vets update on poorly dog's future after being found abandoned on city streets
Preston Vets have shared an update on her condition and future after major surgery yesterday...
A poorly dog found abandoned on the streets of Preston has undergone major surgery at a local vets.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel was picked up as a stray by the RSPCA after she was found wandering around Watling Street Road in Ribbleton on Monday.
She was in a tragic condition when she was rescued, suffering from a damaged and infected eye, infected ears and sore teeth. Despite being microchipped, efforts to trace her registered owner have proved unsuccessful and no one has come forward to claim her.
The poor girl was handed into Preston Vets, who have taken good care of her and carried out surgery to remove her damaged eye yesterday.
The small independent practice in Langcliffe Road, off Watling Street Road, are currently treating her at their own expense - but a GoFundMe has been set up to help with costs towards her ongoing treatment.
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Speaking to the Post this week, Preston Vets said she is a ‘sweet and gentle girl” and, despite what she’s been through, remains “affectionate and full of trust”.
She currently weighs just 8 kg, and they estimate that she is between 4 and 6 years old.
Post-surgery update
Following surgery on Wednesday, Preston Vets have shared an update on her condition and her future.
They said: “We wanted to give everyone an update on this lovely little girl.
“Yesterday, she underwent surgery to remove her badly damaged and infected eye, along with a dental procedure and treatment for her painful ears.
“We're pleased to say she recovered well from her anaesthetic and is now resting comfortably with us.
“She'll be staying with us over the coming week so we can closely monitor her recovery, keep her comfortable, and make sure she's healing as expected.
“As you'll see from the photos, she arrived with us in a very poor condition. No animal should have to suffer like this, but we're grateful that she's now safe and receiving the care she needs.
“We'd also like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has shared her story, sent kind messages, or supported her in any way. It genuinely means a great deal to our whole team.
“We're a small independent veterinary practice, and cases like this remind us why our community is so important.
“Every message, every share, and every bit of support helps us continue doing everything we can for animals who have nowhere else to turn.
“If you'd like to help with her ongoing treatment and recovery, you can support her here.”