Late November saw the arrival of Nina, a dog that was confiscated from North Memphis for cruelty.
She was emaciated, had a high fever, and suffered from a severe skin infection on her haunches and tail. Her belly was burdened by a 13lb tumor, and two other smaller tumors were present along her left mammary chain.
Preparing her for surgery was nerve-racking since every day that passed increased the chances of the tumor rupturing. It was necessary to take the time to see the necessary veterinary specialists, perform all the tests and pre-surgical care, and get her weight up so she could withstand anesthesia.
All these efforts were to increase her odds of surviving a surgery that had a higher than average mortality rate and significant blood loss. On December 8th, Nina underwent major surgery and survived it remarkably well.
She recovered in one of Wright-Way’s medical foster homes and has been thriving. Post-surgical biopsy results revealed that the smaller tumors were benign, while the larger one was a soft tissue sarcoma.
Nina is now on the road to full recovery, and soon she will be ready to find her forever home, thanks to the support of donors. Finally, Nina has found a warm family where she is cared for and loved.
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