Our Fospice Dogs
Fospice: Foster homes or sanctuaries which provide end-of-life comfort and care to terminally ill or elderly shelter animals until they're ready to pass on to the Rainbow Bridge.
Thank you!
In memory of ANDY, one of our delightful permanent residents, who found joy in every single day of his life. He was a curious, endearing, lovable Lab. We all loved that dog more than we can say. He never failed to make us smile.
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Tissue Alert....Another Lily's Miracle!
Stella due to neglect, has advanced heart worm and heart disease. She also has pulmonary hypertension. Sadly, Stella's estimated life expectancy is 3 to 5 months. That being said, this cheerful pup with the odd walk is still embracing life and finding joy in every day and with everyone she meets. She has been a joy to have at Lily's. Cari and Mark, a couple living in Yuba City, stepped up and volunteered to be Stella's fospice parents so she can live out her remaining days surrounded by love and attention. Based on intuition, our Executive Director Alice brought both Stella and Moira who has been waiting to be adopted, to the corral to wait for them to bring Stella home. When they arrived, Alice introduced Moira as Stella’s BFF and bunkhouse mate for the past 2 months. Then our fearless leader casually mentioned “Hmmm, maybe you’d like to take both girls?” Cari and Mark looked at each other and at the bonded pair and happily said “Yes, we’ll take them both!” Hurrah, another Lily's Miracle! It was very emotional and bittersweet saying farewell to Stella and Moira. They both take with them pieces of our hearts. We are over the moon for both girls, but especially for Moira who so needs a home. Now Stella and Moira will live out their lives together being loved and well cared for. Cari is a retired registered vet tech and has hospice care experience. Mark is also retired and a lifelong animal lover. We are overwhelmed with gratitude to Cari and Mark, true Lily's Angels! |
Stella
Moira
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FARADAY
Faraday is thriving in his fospice home with our amazing foster mom, Toni and her family. Brother Rusty is doing a great job helping Faraday feel safe and loved. "Hospice mommy is doing such a great job loving me & helping me not hurt. I am feeling loved for the first time in my life," says Faraday. "I know my canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) isn't getting cured, nor is my AFIB, but Team Lily, I'm happy to be alive. Thank you! Your donations are keeping me in heart medication ($$$) so I can enjoy life now. When I do pass I will have forgotten all about my past." |
Faraday (on right) finding companionship and love with Rusty.
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