Puppies!

Today I was called from the shelter that a litter of 6 pups had been brought in by their owner to give up. One puppy had tested positive for parvo and was lethargic. That pup was put down at the shelter. The remaining 5 came into rescue the next day thanks to a wonderful volunteer, Tom, who ran immediately to help with them.
This disease is a very devastating illness and many puppies do not get the chance to survive without veterinary care. These pups were covered with fleas, had worms and giardia plus one tested positive for Parvo. They arrived at the vets active and playful. By the end of the day, two were not as playful and were put on IV's and antibiotics. I went home with a heavy heart not knowing what I would find in the morning.