The Pet-A-Medic Newsletter

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Success Stories

In April 2008, Pet-A-Medic received a call from Stephanie from Death Row Dogs Rescue. She had received a call from a very young boy named Renee, who witnessed a dog get run over by a car. The dog had a collar and a tag with the name and phone of the vet and rabies tag ID #. The boy called the vet clinic and said they couldn't find that number in their system, meaning they had no way of finding the owner. They told him to get the dying dog to the shelter.

That's when the boy somehow got a hold of Stephanie’s number, and called her. Stephanie called the vet clinic and very politely told them that they needed to find the owner's number. Stephanie knew that time was running out. She dialed Pet-A-Medic’s number and a unit rushed to the scene immediately. Knowing that Pet-A-Medic was on the way to rescue the injured dog, Stephanie continued to call the clinic. For her part, persistence paid off. The clinic finally was able to locate the dog’s ID # and the owner’s contact information.

Within the hour the injured dog “Rascal” was rescued, placed in the hands of a veterinary doctor, and was reunited with his owners. Rascal had to be rushed into emergency surgery but is doing fine. He should make a complete recovery minus a few toes and a bad limp. The car that ran him over didn't even stop!!!

Pet-A-Medic would like to especially thank the boy Renee, who had the patience and courage to stand by Rascal. YOU ARE A HERO!!!

In October 2007, Pet-A-Medic received a call from a residence in Northridge about a dog running loose in and out of a major busy street. Pet-A-Medic responded immediately to the caller, and was able to rescue the stray dog with the help of Northridge animal control. Pet-A-Medic transported the dog to local Glendale animal clinic, where she received medical attention. The clinic staff fell in love with her and decided to name her Roxy. A few days later she was transported to the German Shepherd Rescue Of Los Angeles, where Roxy was adopted a month later.

In July 2007, Pet-A-Medic received a call from disabled pet owner from city of Burbank. Pet-A-Medic responded within minutes to the scene. The owner’s dog Bozo was very limited in movement due to an ingrown dewclaw that had become infected. Unfortunately, because of the owner’s disability he had been unable to transport Bozo on his own to an animal clinic in order to receive medical help.

After assessing the infected dewclaw, Pet-A-Medic transported Bozo to an animal clinic. There, the petamedic assisted the vet in removing the dewclaw. Bozo was a great sport and couldn’t have been happier. We think it’s safe to say that everyone was relieved to see the dewclaw go, especially Bozo.

The Petamedic then returned Bozo to his owner James, who was very grateful to see his dog, was no longer suffering. After giving James a few pet health tips, Pet-A-Medic wished him and Bozo well and was off again.

In June 2007, a distressed pet owner called 911 because a cat she had been feeding named Loki, had been hit by a car. Loki had dragged himself underneath a parked car and had been there for over an hour. Although 911 could not respond to the call, they referred her to Pet-A-Medic. Pet-A-Medic rushed to the scene within 20 minutes.

The two Petamedics arrived on the scene, to find Loki seeking refuge against a car tire. Because of the impact of the hit, Loki had lost all bowel control and had been lying in his own feces. The Petamedics were able to capture Loki and wrap him in towels. Working as a team, the Pet-A-Medics took Loki to the nearest animal clinic.

Unfortunately, the diagnosis at the clinic was that Loki’s intestines had been severed and that he would have to live life with a bag. In Loki’s best interest, Patricia thought it best to end his suffering and put him down. Despite Loki’s fate, it is people like Patricia who had enough compassion to take a homeless animal in, that Pet-A-Medic thanks. Rest in peace, Loki.

In January 2007, a distressed owner called Pet-A-Medic because her 12-year old Golden Retriever named Molly had fallen in to a manhole. The owner had tried to free Molly, however because of Molly’s existing problems with hip dysplasia and weakness due to old age, she was unable to help Molly on her own. She had first dialed 911, however was told that they could not guarantee a quick response. Because Molly had already been stuck in the hole for over one hour she went to get water for Molly, and came across Pet-A-Medic’s rescue number. She then placed the call to Pet-A-Medic.

Pet-A-Medic responded immediately to Molly’s aid. Shortly thereafter, the fire department also arrived on the scene. The fire department then worked in conjunction with Pet-A-Medic and Molly was soon freed.

After making sure that Molly suffered no injuries, Pet-A-Medic gave safety tips to the owner in order to prevent a future accident.

In October 2006, a woman called Pet-A-medic in distress. Candy, her 9-year-old female chocolate Lab had apparently caught her collar on the bike peddle. When released, the dog couldn’t raise her head, and stayed on her bed crying.

The Pet-A-Medics arrived 10 minutes after the call was made. Her owner was worried about her back/spine. Without risking damage to the dog, the rescue team carried her with utmost ease to their vehicle unit, and delivered her at the owners request Vet- Hospital where Vet-techs were waiting on her arrival.

After receiving an IV, pain medication and steroids to decrease swelling around the spinal cord, and some x-rays Candy was in good hands. A few days later Candy was released back to her owner and doing fine.

In the News

L.A. PETS MUST BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED
New law requires dogs, cats to be sterilized before reaching 4 months old.

LOS ANGELES - Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa on Tuesday signed one of the nation’s toughest laws on pet sterilization, requiring most dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered by the time they are 4 months old. The ordinance is aimed at reducing and eventually eliminating the thousands of euthanizations conducted in Los Angeles’ animal shelters every year. “We will, sooner rather than later, become a no-kill city and this is the greatest step in that direction,” Councilman Tony Cardenas said as he held a kitten at a City Hall news conference. The ordinance does exempt some animals, including those that have competed in shows or sporting competitions, guide dogs, animals used by police agencies and those belonging to professional breeders. The average pet owner, however, must have their dog or cat spayed or neutered by the time it reaches 4 months of age (as late as 6 months with a letter from a veterinarian). For more information visit http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23359355/.


			Pet-A-Medic would like to thank everyone who has visited our website and donated to our cause. Success Stories In April 2008, Pet-A-Medic received a call from Stephanie from Death Row Dogs Rescue. She had received a call from a very young boy named Renee, who witnessed a dog get run over by a car. The dog had a collar and a tag with the name and phone of the vet and rabies tag ID #. The boy called the vet clinic and said they couldn't find that number in their system, meaning they had no way of finding the owner. They told him to get the dying dog to the shelter. That's when the boy somehow got a hold of Stephanie’s number, and called her. Stephanie called the vet clinic and very politely told them that they needed to find the owner's number. Stephanie knew that time was running out. She dialed Pet-A-Medic’s number and a unit rushed to the scene immediately. Knowing that Pet-A-Medic was on the way to rescue the injured dog, Stephanie continued to call the clinic. For her part, persistence paid off. The clinic finally was able to locate the dog’s ID # and the owner’s contact information. Within the hour the injured dog “Rascal” was rescued, placed in the hands of a veterinary doctor, and was reunited with his owners. Rascal had to be rushed into emergency surgery but is doing fine. He should make a complete recovery minus a few toes and a bad limp. The car that ran him over didn't even stop!!! Pet-A-Medic would like to especially thank the boy Renee, who had the patience and courage to stand by Rascal. YOU ARE A HERO!!! In October 2007, Pet-A-Medic received a call from a residence in Northridge about a dog running loose in and out of a major busy street. Pet-A-Medic responded immediately to the caller, and was able to rescue the stray dog with the help of Northridge animal control. Pet-A-Medic transported the dog to local Glendale animal clinic, where she received medical attention. The clinic staff fell in love with her and decided to name her Roxy. A few days later she was transported to the German Shepherd Rescue Of Los Angeles, where Roxy was adopted a month later. In July 2007, Pet-A-Medic received a call from disabled pet owner from city of Burbank. Pet-A-Medic responded within minutes to the scene. The owner’s dog Bozo was very limited in movement due to an ingrown dewclaw that had become infected. Unfortunately, because of the owner’s disability he had been unable to transport Bozo on his own to an animal clinic in order to receive medical help. After assessing the infected dewclaw, Pet-A-Medic transported Bozo to an animal clinic. There, the petamedic assisted the vet in removing the dewclaw. Bozo was a great sport and couldn’t have been happier. We think it’s safe to say that everyone was relieved to see the dewclaw go, especially Bozo. The Petamedic then returned Bozo to his owner James, who was very grateful to see his dog, was no longer suffering. After giving James a few pet health tips, Pet-A-Medic wished him and Bozo well and was off again. In June 2007, a distressed pet owner called 911 because a cat she had been feeding named Loki, had been hit by a car. Loki had dragged himself underneath a parked car and had been there for over an hour. Although 911 could not respond to the call, they referred her to Pet-A-Medic. Pet-A-Medic rushed to the scene within 20 minutes. The two Petamedics arrived on the scene, to find Loki seeking refuge against a car tire. Because of the impact of the hit, Loki had lost all bowel control and had been lying in his own feces. The Petamedics were able to capture Loki and wrap him in towels. Working as a team, the Pet-A-Medics took Loki to the nearest animal clinic. Unfortunately, the diagnosis at the clinic was that Loki’s intestines had been severed and that he would have to live life with a bag. In Loki’s best interest, Patricia thought it best to end his suffering and put him down. Despite Loki’s fate, it is people like Patricia who had enough compassion to take a homeless animal in, that Pet-A-Medic thanks. Rest in peace, Loki. In January 2007, a distressed owner called Pet-A-Medic because her 12-year old Golden Retriever named Molly had fallen in to a manhole. The owner had tried to free Molly, however because of Molly’s existing problems with hip dysplasia and weakness due to old age, she was unable to help Molly on her own. She had first dialed 911, however was told that they could not guarantee a quick response. Because Molly had already been stuck in the hole for over one hour she went to get water for Molly, and came across Pet-A-Medic’s rescue number. She then placed the call to Pet-A-Medic. Pet-A-Medic responded immediately to Molly’s aid. Shortly thereafter, the fire department also arrived on the scene. The fire department then worked in conjunction with Pet-A-Medic and Molly was soon freed. After making sure that Molly suffered no injuries, Pet-A-Medic gave safety tips to the owner in order to prevent a future accident. In October 2006, a woman called Pet-A-medic in distress. Candy, her 9-year-old female chocolate Lab had apparently caught her collar on the bike peddle. When released, the dog couldn’t raise her head, and stayed on her bed crying. The Pet-A-Medics arrived 10 minutes after the call was made. Her owner was worried about her back/spine. Without risking damage to the dog, the rescue team carried her with utmost ease to their vehicle unit, and delivered her at the owners request Vet- Hospital where Vet-techs were waiting on her arrival. After receiving an IV, pain medication and steroids to decrease swelling around the spinal cord, and some x-rays Candy was in good hands. A few days later Candy was released back to her owner and doing fine. In the News L.A. PETS MUST BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED New law requires dogs, cats to be sterilized before reaching 4 months old. LOS ANGELES - Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa on Tuesday signed one of the nation’s toughest laws on pet sterilization, requiring most dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered by the time they are 4 months old. The ordinance is aimed at reducing and eventually eliminating the thousands of euthanizations conducted in Los Angeles’ animal shelters every year. “We will, sooner rather than later, become a no-kill city and this is the greatest step in that direction,” Councilman Tony Cardenas said as he held a kitten at a City Hall news conference. The ordinance does exempt some animals, including those that have competed in shows or sporting competitions, guide dogs, animals used by police agencies and those belonging to professional breeders. The average pet owner, however, must have their dog or cat spayed or neutered by the time it reaches 4 months of age (as late as 6 months with a letter from a veterinarian). For more information visit http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23359355/.

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