05/02/2026
Update on Chihiro!
As many of you may have seen in our last post, Chihiro is one of our newest intakes. He arrived in our care suffering from severe diarrhea. Following our protocol, we provided him with fluids, immune support, dewormer, and other precautionary measures to help improve his health. Initially, he was reluctant to eat, so we had to syringe feed him.
Unfortunately, his condition worsened, and we decided to take him to the wonderful team at Moonlight Veterinary Center. After a thorough examination, they developed a treatment plan for him. We’re thrilled to report that Chihiro now has a BIG appetite and solid stools! There was a moment when we feared the worst, but his resilience shines through.
Regarding his diagnosis, Chihiro tested negative for all parasites, confirming that the deworming was effective. However, his diarrhea PCR testing revealed one concerning result: he tested positive for salmonella.
This news is truly heartbreaking. We can only imagine the living conditions he endured before coming to us, especially given that he was abandoned and extremely malnourished. It’s evident he was not receiving any nutritious food, which likely led to his salmonella infection from what he had to eat to survive. On a brighter note, he has fought through this challenge and is now feeling much better. Our hearts ache for him and for the family he left behind.
Thank you to the wonderful team at 🤍
