05/12/2026
POOR COPPER.... Yesterday his ankle was just a little swollen, but he runs around jumping and playing like a maniac so I really just thought he jumped wrong on it. Well, this morning, his whole leg was double the size all the way to his shoulder. Call to the Vet, appt at 230. I already had an appt for Mia, because her foster said shes been scratching at her nose and face like its bothering her. So I was able to get them both in at the same time. Mia, fortunately the vet thinks its just allergies so she had an allergy shot, and script for steroids.
Poor Copper on the other hand, had a fever of 106.7, and a hell of an infection. Doc thinks he got bit by a spider or snake but we cant find ANY puncture wounds or anything. Doc lanced the spot by his ankle and drew out 6 oz of fluid. Gave him a shot for pain and pain meds to start tomorrow, a shot of antibiotics, steroids and scrips to start tomorrow. Through it all, the poking, draining, squeezing, he never growled or tried to bite and it HAD to hurt like hell. Even Doc remarked at what a good natured dog he is.
Copper is fully vetted and looking for his forever family, once he heals. For now say a prayer please for this sweet boy, and if you would like to donate toward his vet bill, or toward the care of any of our rescue pups, please do so via paypal at
[email protected]
You can also request an application at the above email. Donations can also be called into the vet, and put on our account. We have 2 currently going through HW treatment, (Mia and Peanut) 1 that needs a tooth pulled and full dental, (Peanut) 1 that will be spayed next week, (Mia) 1 that has to see a cardiologist regularily due to a grade 4 heart murmur, (Tater) and this with Copper was an unexpected expense. ANY help would be greatly appreciated.
Our vets info is below.
Please note Saving Snoots, and my name, Rachel Riley-Hall
Brunswick Vet Clinic (todays visit for Copper and Mias upcoming spay)
434 848 2876
Or for Peanut
Ridge Animal Hospital
434 392 8222
Thank you to our faithful followers who donate and help us. Without you all we couldnt do what we do to save these poor pups.
As always, please spay, neuter and microchip your pets.