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November 2001 Auction to help Amari and SnowDog!

SnowDog's Story

My name is SnowDog and I'm VERY lucky to be alive. My Eskie "brother" didn't survive the abuse, the starvation! My family moved and left us behind in horse stalls of a run-down barn….to fend for ourselves, for 2 months!!! We didn't have food. We became very hungry. My brother starved to death. I barely survived, and I still miss my brother.

When 2 children found my "brother" dead, they told their Dad. The Dad went to get a special lady, new to the neighborhood but already known as an "animal person", and together they went to the stable. There was nothing left of my poor brother except fur. Luckily they checked the other stalls in the stable and found me ALIVE, but VERY weak.

I could not bark or do anything. I remember looking up at her. She took me home with her to spend the night. I was so skinny that you could see every bone in my body. She could wrap her fingers around my stomach….I was that small!! She told me I was so sweet. She could not understand why someone would move and lock their dogs in a barn stall…..to let us starve to death!! Starvation is a very cruel death!

The next morning I went to another lady's home. This nice lady, Amanda, said she would foster me. She took me to the vet and discovered I was heartworm positive!! My HW was in an early stage.

I potty trained very quickly. Once my neutering "took", I quit lifting my leg. Mom was happy about that! I know a few basic commands. We started working on my house manners, but I am so unbelievably smart that I am nothing but a joy. I'm not use to being indoors, but learned very fast. Everything was new to me. I am young and Mom says I'm a doll baby!! ESPECIALLY considering what I have been through. I exceeded Mom's expectations by leaps and bounds in the first 2 weeks. I learned what it meant to be a "loved dog".

My coat was a little red from the dirt I laid upon. When I was neutered, they had to shave most of the hair off of my underbelly because of the mats. I was a little gassy from time to time because my tummy wasn't used to having food. I would hoard my food, hiding it for another day, but that habit has gone away now, since I know there is a steady supply. Mom had to watch me carefully.

I was hospitalized for a few days for my HW treatment. The vet shaved 2 spots on my back. They injected the chemical near my spinal cord. I'm doing quite well!! Mom REALLY missed me.

About my former owners….Mom tried to press charges, but animal control didn't want to press the issue, because I "looked good", ignoring the fact my brother is DEAD. The AC officer informed Mom that people get away with much more in this town, and without knowing where the owners are, it really doesn't help the situation. Mom is not happy about that, to say the least!

Neighbors estimate that our family left about 2 months before we were found. I survived on my own feces, and probably rats. Despite my history of severe neglect, I am still a wonderful dog. Mom tells everyone, if you want to know the meaning of unconditional love, then look this poor creature in the eyes.

I need $317 to pay my bill in full. Will you help me?

I owe my life to those 2 children, their Dad and the nice ladies. I want to thank you EskieFriends for helping my FosterMom pay for my care. ALL of you have given me….a second chance at life.
Now watch out, here comes a big sloppy kiss…..From SnowDog to YOU!!!

Eskie Hugs & Kisses, Luv & Licks,
Eskie SnowDog

This auction is being held to help Amari and SnowDog. Their stories are on individual pages...please click on their pics/names below to go to their individual information pages!

Amari	SnowDog

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