05/26/2026
POTATO IS HOME🥰
LONG READ
Potato had his initial exam and wound care appointment today at Coldwater.
He was sedated so the veterinary team could properly clean and assess the bite wound on his front left leg. Unfortunately, the wound is fairly significant, with exposed muscle tissue, but they were able to clip and clean the area and get him started on treatment.
Potato is now on oral antibiotics and will need daily wound care to help keep the injury clean while it heals. The vet also found a mild ear infection and yeast in his ears, so he has started ear medication as well.
There was some good news today too — his eye stain showed no corneal ulceration. However, he does have entropion, which means his eyelid rolls inward, and he will likely need corrective surgery in the future once he is stronger and healthier.
The vet also noted that Potato will eventually need a dental procedure with likely tooth extractions after he has recovered, been vaccinated, and neutered.
He has a long road ahead of him, but he is finally getting the care he desperately needed. We also want to give a huge thank you to everyone who has donated, shared his story, and supported Potato so far. Your kindness is helping give him a chance at the life he deserves.
If you would like to make a monetary donation directly toward Potato’s care, you can do so through Venmo, PayPal, or directly with Coldwater Animal Hospital!
Venmo:
Paypal: [email protected]
Cash/Check: 1742 Spencerport Rd
Rochester,NY 14606
Coldwater Animal Hospital: 585-247-7200