Molly's future

On Friday, Kris, Gretchen, and I took Molly to the neurologist in MD to see what he thought about her condition. After looking at her x-rays and testing her, he thought a possible 50/50 chance surgery could help her. He's has seen a dog in a worse starting point eventually learn to walk.But there is no guarantee. But the good news is: Things are connected. She does feel things. She does hold her bowel and bladder - but just releases it at the most opportune times. The neurologist would be able to tell more regarding the walking and bowel/bladder control after a $2900 MRI.

But sadly, our own funds have run out, other that a couple of us willing to purchase a drag-bag for her now and a cart in a few months when she will be more the size she will be when she if full grown. We all have concerns that we are doing the right thing. We are seriously considering releasing her to GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue and Training).

If there is anyone out there, with the deep pockets to pursue the potential surgery and/or provide her with an exceptional home, doing her Physical Therapy exercises, etc. being patient w/the potty issue, NOW is the time to comment below and let us know. It's time to do what is best for Molly - as our hearts are breaking!

More Molly fun

Molly is staying with Gretchen and Bailey, probably till at least Thursday when she will go to the REHAB clinic to see what they have to say. We should also be hearing soon what an orthopedic surgeon has to say re: her x-rays. I'm afraid we may be referred to an neurologist. $$$$. But we really want to do all we can for her before we turn her over to anyone else. She will be an expensive little girl to keep, with possible rehab visits, needing a cart down the road, etc. But when you watch this video, you can see she's worth it, for sure!

Sunday

Sweet little Molly seems to be having so much fun with Gretchen and her son, we decided to leave her there for a day or so.

We hope to have a surgeon looking at Molly's x-rays this week and we will also be trying to get her in at Smoketown for a Rehab assessment on Thursday. So depending on what the surgeon says, we may just let Molly stay with Gretchen till Thursday.

Going potty is still a problem, although she does hold it. And Chandler Rudd, in his story about Lucy, said she was the same way. Molly sounds so much like Lucy and I pray she can follow in Lucy's footsteps. If you'd like to see more about a great therapy dog with no use of her rear legs, be sure to visit: http://www.landofpuregold.com/ilovelucy.htm. It's a beautiful story. Chandler and his wife were Lucy's last chance at life. She was going to be put down - an mainly because of the potty thing. Gretchen has been a saint working with her! If she can figure her out, the rest will be the easy part:)

So if you think of it, say a little prayer for sweet sweet Molly so she can grow and become a blessing to many -  just like Lucy.

Saturday

Just got a report from Gretchen on Little Molly's weekend so far. Going well, but same potty issue. She's holding it but when picked up to go outside, we don't quite get there. I know Chandler, Lucy's dad said lot's of praise when it happens outside, and patience!

Gretchen took her son and Molly up to the neighbors and Molly is enjoying all the kids. They love her and she loves them. The kids had a lemonade stand to raise $ "to make Molly walk again". Doesn't get more precious that that! She's already "touching lives / warming hearts"!

Friday

Little Molly has a place to go for the weekend. Gretchen and her 6 yr old son in York agreed to take her for the weekend. They are considering keeping her and what better way to find out if it is something they want to take on.
Friday, around noon, I went to get the little princess from Amber and the kids to take her to York. She had a good drink before we left so I knew when we got there, good chance she's have to pee-pee. The ride was probably 30 - 45 minutes and as soon as I got there, I opened the crate and headed straight for the grass. En route from point a to point b, we had a bit of a tinkle on me.

This seems to be common, as it happened to Amber too. At least she holds it for a time. Maybe we're squeezing it out of her :)

But I did find a role model for us! Lucy! http://www.landofpuregold.com/ilovelucy.htm VERY MOVING STORY. I've been in touch with him. Lucy had similar problem but they got through it!

Thursday

Little Molly is back with their temporary home with Jason, Amber and the girls after an evening with Karen  & Bill and the 'boys'. All is well for now.

Karen and Kris are trying to get a surgeon to look at Molly's x-rays and possibly get a consult with physical therapy practitioner soon.

Trouble is, Jason and the family are going away for the weekend and we're still not quite sure where she will stay Friday afternoon - Sunday afternoon. EEKKKK ! ! !

So many options to look into.... acupuncture ?? cold laser ?? chiropractor ?? surgery ?? physical therapy ?? just to name a few. One day at a time. The little treasurer is just such a happy little girl; she deserves every chance we can possibly find for her. She will be such a blessing to someone - and hopefully many, in the future!

MORE fun on Molly's first full day

Jason and Amber had tickets to a concert in Hershey tonight  so little Miss Molly was babysat by Karen and Bill and the three golden boys. They got along just fine.

Bill got out an old towel and used it as a sling and the little princess went touring. At one point, she even just toward Zeke to play. She'll do fine with a cart. Wonder if they have breaks?

Molly's first day with foster family

Molly had a busy day today. Amber and her two YOUNG daughters took Molly to Mom's Club at the Ephrata Park. You may wonder how this super mom could have done this. Mom stopped over at Karen's and picked up  Podley's stroller. Many of  you who remember Podley may recall the stroller he would ride in from time to time when he was just a bit to tired to get around on his three legs.

The stroller is one of those for kids to be pulled in back of a bike or pushed as a stroller. Pod's was made for twins. It was perfect for his 55 lb stature. So we pulled it out and sent Mom, the girls and little Molly on their way. I think it was a hit! Don't you?

Molly needs a miralce

I'm sure we all get those sad emails of dogs needing a home for some reason or another. But this little lady tugged really really hard on my heart strings.

Meet Molly, a precious golden retriever puppy born March 31, 2011. This sweet girl is in need of a very special home. Someone who has time to work with her special needs, and help her live a joyful, wonderful life, despite her disabilities. She is truly a treasure - Hence - her full name for now to me is: Molly Joy Treasure!


Molly & her family (till Friday)



Molly's situation was brought to my attention by Kris, a friend with a heart for our four-legged companions. After we went to see this sweetie we both decided we needed to find her a wonderful loving home - and ASAP. Molly has no use of her back legs; they are very straight and stiff. The 'breeder' had not done any x-rays or pursued any therapy for her.

The first thing Kris and I did when we got her was take her to the vet. The visit with Dr Sloyer at Neffsville came with good and bad news. The good news is - she was holding her bowels and bladder. We know this because she let both go during our visit. This is a good thing. Sometimes in this type of situation there is no muscle and it would just leak all the time!  Each came at different times and had been 'saved up' :)

More good news, he could flex her little hocks, stifles and hips. After working them for a bit the actually flexed more. AND she has feeling in them! Another good thing! AND  She's probably won't get too big. She's only 18 lbs at almost 15 weeks. She'll be on the smaller side - I think it's God's way of watching out for her.

The bad news - her x-rays looked horrible. Just by looking at x-rays he never would have thought she'd have any feeling, etc back there. BUT SHE DOES. Her spine is just not normal. He didn't think surgery would be an option. But somehow maybe we can check with a specialist.

He said she'd probably never walk w/o a wheelchair/cart but felt she could learn to stand and balance. She was standing yesterday. She swings those little hips and who knows what she can learn to do.

Here is a video clip we took of her the night we met her:

So where is Molly now? She is with a family who agreed to keep her till Friday when they go on vacation. Then possibly she may be going to a vet/physical therapist for a week. After that ????? That is the reason for this blog. To find her a forever home near us!

My dream for her would be to become a KPETS therapy dog, who would motive children at Shreiber Pediatric , Lancaster Rehab Hospital. OR what if she lived with someone in a retirement community - someone in independent living who is retired and in good health who could then share her with other in their community by visiting those in Health Care or even have her adventures followed by the facility in-house TV to brighten the bedridden residents' days. OR possibly in a group home with special people who are well enough to work with her with the care-takers assistance OR just a big hearted family with the time to spend with her and on her to help her liver her life to the fullest. Last resort would be to release her to GRREAT (Golden Retriever Rescue Education and Training). Not that that is a bad thing, but I know I'll have trouble saying good-bye to that precious little face.

So if you know of exceptional person who would love to give this girl a chance, please let me know.