Support the RMGDRI Medical Program

Meet Winston — a 4-year-old Great Dane, that came to us at 242-pounds with a heart as big as he is.  Winston has been battling a persistent paw wound for over a year, caused by an antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria. While he’s making progress, his recovery is far from over.

Thanks to the care of his amazing foster family, Winston has lost over 20 pounds, is happier, and is beginning to enjoy life again. But his healing is slow, and his needs are ongoing.

 The costs of Winston’s care have exceeded $7,500, covering:

• $800/month for medications
• $4,500 in vet care
• $100/week in wound care
• Special diet, physical therapy, harness, and custom booties

With your support, we can ensure Winston gets everything he needs to heal completely and live the active, joyful life he deserves.

Sometimes in Rescue, we are faced with long-term chronic/hereditary conditions. Conditions that may not need immediate intervention but require above average veterinary care to manage and maintain. 

Meet Kevin, 

Kevin came to us from a shelter and was in poor condition.  Kevin has a heart condition that required a cardiologist.  After many tests, and some wonderful vets, we were able to safely get him neutered and he is now doing well on daily medications and at a healthy weight.  He recently had another 24 hour heart test to see how the medication is helping and we are just waiting for the results.  He is ready to go to a forever home soon.

Meet Duke.

Duke came to us in very poor condition and was struggling when he got to his foster home. After a number of vet visits, it was found that Duke had cancer and was not expected to make it more than a few weeks. 

His foster family took him in knowing very well that he would only be with them for a short time.  With their care and massive amounts of love, Duke was able to live 2 months longer than anyone expected.  He rallied for the 3 months he was in their care, but then regressed and was again having a hard time getting up and walking and the medications were no longer keeping up with his pain levels. With nothing more we could do to keep him comfortable, it was time to say goodbye to this sweet boy. We are so thankful that he spent his final days in a loving family that every Dane dreams of. He will never be forgotten!