Run Free Dollar 30th April 2008

Dollar was a very special little guy that came into our care a few weeks ago. He had been dumped in a local industrial park and had a developmental defect that left him with two deformed back legs (his kneecaps were on the wrong side of his legs, along with other problems). He was left into a local vet, who kindly operated on one of his legs to try to improve his quality of life. Following his first surgery, Dollar went into foster care with one of our great fosterers, Rachel, who spoiled him rotten and gave him all the love and attention he had obviously missed out on. Dollar stole the heart of everyone who met him. He was a gem of a dog, great with other dogs, fantastic with children, and an absolute credit to the Pitbull breed. Rachel and him had great plans for him for when he got over his surgery, and he was already star of the Pitbull Agility Class, even though he could hardly climb a step!

Dollar went back to the vets this morning to undergo surgery on his other leg. Unfortunately this time the surgery was a lot more complicated and he was under anaesthetic for a lot longer than previously. This proved too much for the little guy, and he stopped breathing. Despite the vet's best efforts, she couldn't revive him and he passed away this afternoon. Needless to say, everyone who met him is heartbroken. We were so full of hope for this young boy, and dreamed of a long and happy life for him. Sadly it wasn't to be.

Our thoughts go out to Rachel and her family at this time.

Run Free at the Bridge with Ben, Dollar. Sorry your life was so short. We'll all miss you little man xxx

My thoughts are with you Rachel and Kazza. Very sad story..but now Dollar is pain free and happy.

So sad. Our thoughts are with you.

thought are with you all x

So sorry for poor Dollar , he died on my birthday too
RIP little man

Run free Dollar

sniff..... Dollar there are so many "friends" waiting for you at the Bridge, run till your hearts content, with them all. Give Molly a big sloppy lick from me Thinking of you all at this emotional time.