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Konrad's arrival in foster care

9/12/2011

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Konrad came into foster care yesterday. Our understanding was that he was prone to pancreatitis but was otherwise fit and healthy.

The first we knew there was a problem was when the lovely Allison who transported him sent a msg to Jane telling her Konrad was in very poor condition. Shortly after that Allison sent us the pics that are posted on Konrad's page. Both Jane and myself were shocked and horrified.

In the 24hrs since Konrad came into care, we have been overwhelmed by people's support and generosity after seeing Konrad's pics online. Konrad is in Canberra with a loving foster carer who is determind to get him back into good condition.

Thanks to the donation we received in jsut one day, we have the funds to get Konrad a full medical workup at the vet tomorrow.  Our major concern at present is that Konrad's emaciated state may have compromised his organs. Until he has had a thorough medical workup inc blood screens we wont know if Konrad has any other major medical issues.

As we have had many people contact us asking about Konrad, we decided we would start a blog so everyone can keep abreast of his progress.

According to Eileen who is Konrad's foster carer, he is an incredibly sweet affectionate little guy. Eileen tells is that Konrad has a fantastic temperament and is an absolute cuddle bug. She reports Konrad is eating well and loved sleeping in her bed.




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Tina
9/12/2011 02:54:00 pm

You are all truely amazing in your selfless care of our poor voiceless companions. I hope Konrad recovers and with care gets the chance to live a happy, healthy life.

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Live in care link
10/10/2012 08:45:39 am

I am happy to find this content very helpful and informative for me, as it contains lot of accurate detailing about the topic, which I was searching for. Thanks a lot and good luck.

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Kylie
9/12/2011 02:59:27 pm

Thanks Tina. We are very fortunate to have a small but dedicated team of ppl in different states who will foster or transport for us. Without their support we would not be able to continue to rescue.

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Fran Forbes
9/18/2011 04:34:13 am

Hi Jane

I am just wondering about Konrad and glad to hear that he is improving.

Just a long shot but my obedience trainer has a GSD of only 14 months who is a show dog and obedience dog. He lost 7 kilos quickly after being healthy in his early life. The vet ran many tests on him and in the end it ended up being pancreatic enzyme deficiency. after adding pancreatic enzymes to his diet and Emu Oil he has regained all his lost weight and is a happy and healthy dog. They also removed all wheat products from his diet and have placed him on Canidae.


Just a thought as they were very puzzled as was the vet but now he is healthy agian.


Cheers Fran

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Lisa link
9/11/2021 10:46:03 pm

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