This sweet lady lost her human and as a result lost her home. She was living in an assisted living facility, and unfortunately, her health was deteriorating and no one stepped in. Her human passed away so the family contacted us. Maggie is 12.8 years old and is currently being treated for her yeasty skin, fungal and bacterial infections. Her ears are infected as well and she has a 4/6 heart murmur. She is receiving medicated baths and had a full work up with our vet last week. She also had a cardio work up because there was some concern with her going under anesthesia for an upcoming dental but her results came in pretty darn good for a gal her age. Just one year ago, Maggie was 22 lbs and came to us at 14 lbs. She is grossly underweight but we’ve already managed to get her to gain 2 lbs! She will need time in foster care to get her back to her beautiful self. She is a perfect girl for her baths and loves to go on short walks despite her very arthritic knees. Considering all she’s been through, she is a very sweet dog that wants to please.
Karen Simondet, WROC
Update January 12, 2025:
Maggie has officially become a forever foster with WROC, and she is thriving in the loving care of her wonderful foster mom, Wendy. Wendy is doing an amazing job looking after Maggie day-to-day, while WROC continues to cover all of her medical and cardiology needs. Maggie’s beautiful coat has grown in fully, and although she’s had a few minor set backs (as is common with many of these previously neglected skin cases), we’re staying right on top of her care to ensure her issues never get out of control again.
Maggie is loving her new chapter in life! She enjoys outings into the city, has met and absolutely adores many children along the way, and is truly living the good, happy life she so deserves with Wendy by her side.
Thank you WestieMed! Your generosity and kindness make stories like hers possible.