Tyrene was abandoned when she was a tiny pup, but thankfully found her way into the care of the wonderful Hearts and Bones Rescue. Tyrene is what some might call the perfect dog. She is a lover of people and other animals. She has been through so much in her 5 months on this planet, […]
Salvadore was rushed to VERG Brooklyn for lethargy and tachypnea (rapid breathing). When collecting his history, his medical team learned that the other dog in the house had been exposed to rat poison and it was clear that Sal had too. After scouring their own home and the park where they normally take their dogs, […]
This story is about one of the gentlest, kindest cats we have ever known (spend a little time with his family and it is clear why he is the way he is). Magneto was rushed to Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group when his family noticed that he was struggling to urinate. His medical team quickly realized […]
Kenny was brought into VERG with an abdominal obstruction. He had swallowed something he shouldn’t, and would require surgery to save his life. This was a heartbreaking situation because Kenny has a loving family who would do anything to save him, but the cost of the surgery was more than they could afford. Positive Tails […]
Our recent #positivetail Kitty had a traumatic 3 floor fall. While cats will often land on their feet, not this time. Kitty was rushed to Veterinary Emergency and Referral Group. On examination they realized that the tiny 3 month old Kitty would require a fracture repair which meant an expensive surgery which Kitty’s family was […]
Umi was rushed to VERG when his family realized he was straining to urinate. This can be deadly but thankfully his family caught the problem early and sought medical intervention in time. Treating this condition though is pricey and was unfortunately more than his family could afford.They reached out to @positivetails for help and his case […]
Antu was rushed to VERG gravely ill with pneumonia. His family was distraught and wanted to do everything possible to save him, but when they heard the cost of treatment, they weren’t able afford it. They were preparing to say goodbye when Positive Tails stepped in to help. After a week of around the clock […]
Macaroni’s family realized he needed emergency care when his family realized he was struggling to urinate. They brought him to VERG medical team quickly realized he had a urinary block which was caused by bladder stones which can be deadly if not treated with a cystotomy (bladder surgery). The surgery was more than his family could […]
Any puppy lovers in the house?! Recent Positive Tail Rowdy was rushed to VERG for inappetence, lethargy, and diarrhea. His medical team quickly diagnosed him with the Parvo Virus. Parvo has a 90% survival rate when treated but is almost 100% deadly when left untreated. Rowdy’s family unfortunately didn’t have the resources to cover his treatment. […]
Harry Little wants to tell you about Positive Tails. Learn about some of the dogs, cats and people who have benefited from the life-saving veterinary care we help provide. Because we’re an all-volunteer organization, your donations go directly to help animals in need.