When Moose arrived at Lollypop Farm, his condition told a heartbreaking story. Transferred from another shelter, this sweet little dog carried the visible and hidden scars of mistreatment, including rubber bands that were found embedded around all four of his “wrists.”
Radiographs done at the Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic revealed even more: a broken back leg, broken ribs, broken orbital bone, and another broken bone in his front limb. The rib fractures showed signs of healing at different stages, evidence that Moose had endured repeated trauma over time.
Yet despite everything he had been through, Moose showed nothing but love. One of our dedicated veterinary technicians opened her heart and home, providing Moose with a safe foster environment where he could heal, surrounded by comfort and care.
In time, Moose underwent a complex surgery at the Klingenstein Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Cristina Cadavieco performed a Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO), a procedure that removes the head and neck of the femur to relieve pain and restore mobility in a damaged hip. Thanks to this surgery and the tireless efforts of his medical and foster teams, Moose began to move forward on the path to recovery.
An arrest was made in Moose’s case, and Moose was surrendered. He will soon be available for adoption and on his way to a new home.
Stories like Moose’s remind us that second chances take time, compassion, and a community that believes in brighter futures for animals in need. Every wag of Moose’s tail is a testament to what’s possible when we come together to heal, protect, and give love where it’s needed most.
Moose’s journey is far from over, but with friends like you, his future is full of hope.
