Emma is a delightful 7 year old Westie who came to WSRH because her previous owners could not manage her diabetes. She was incontinent and underweight when we received her, and we immediately placed her with a foster who is experienced with diabetic dogs.
Since she came to us, Emma has been placed on a set feeding and insulin schedule, and has had several checks at the vet. Each glucose curve or fructosamine test has indicated additional insulin needed, so her medication has been adjusted accordingly. While Emma’s blood sugar is still in the process of being stabilized, she has returned to a normal weight and no longer has issues of incontinence. We are grateful to WestieMed for helping us get her ready for her furever home.
Kind regards,
Maggie Escriva
Volunteer, Intake Coordinator Westie and Scottie Rescue Houston
Update June 23, 2024:
As we started looking for a furever home for sweet Emma, we received an inquiry that caught our attention:
“My family previously adopted a Westie that I cared for 14 years before she passed. My 12 year old daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes a few years ago. It’s a challenging lifestyle but we understand it very well and the importance of a good schedule… I would really love to be able to care for her and it would be very special for my daughter as well.”
We encouraged this mom to fill out an application, which she did, and the family completed our application process with flying colors. Next, the family made a road trip to come meet Emma. Here is an update from them:
“Our family feels so lucky to have been able to adopt Emma. We are grateful for the good care she received while waiting for a forever home and that she had access to the supplies and medicine she needed while we transitioned her to our vet and got to know her better.
“Emma knows her routine well and loves exploring the backyard, she enjoys neighborhood walks and going to our daughter’s soccer games. She has also motivated and comforted our oldest daughter who also has type 1 diabetes.
“Emma had a good bill of health at her last vet appointment and she just got a puppy cut at the doggy spa to get her through this hot summer! She loves adventures and also stretching out in a comfy spot. We can’t remember what life was like before her. She is very settled in and is very much a part of our family.”
Kind regards,
Maggie
Volunteer, Intake Coordinator
Westie Rescue Houston, also known as Westie & Scottie Rescue Houston