Ontario SPCA Remarkable Rehabilitation Program: Lucky dog

Lucky, a seven month old lab-cross, was surrendered to the Ontario SPCA on November 19, 2007. Lucky was diagnosed with three cervical (neck) fractures and spinal trauma. He was also malnourished, dehydrated and suffered from bed sores. An animal cruelty investigation is ongoing and charges are currently pending against a Scarborough resident.

Lucky's initial prognosis was very guarded and he was sent to Guelph University for immediate, specialized care. He was placed in a half-body cast to promote healing, reduce swelling and to prevent further injury. Lucky's progress was slow, but his survivor's spirit assured veterinarians and the Ontario SPCA's staff that he was committed to his recovery.

Lucky was transferred to the 404 Veterinary Hospital for specialized rehabilitation. Under their care, Lucky's recovery excelled. Lucky has benefited from a multi-faceted physiotherapy program, including specialized exercises and hydrotherapy.

Contact the Ontario SPCA Provincial Office to help fund Lucky's remarkable rehabilitation.
1 888 ONT-SPCA (688-7722) • www.ontariospca.ca • info@ospca.on.ca

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• Animal
• cruelty
• Ontario
• SPCA
• pets
• dog
• rehabilitation
• Lucky
• vet
• hydrotherapy

[RAFREEB]

Yay! Lucky! What a great job he did working so hard! Thanks SPCA!

[patriciabroche1]

well done, I'm really exited.

[caberwife]

Thanks to everyone who helped this sweet dog recover, and thanks to the OSPCA for the wonderful work you do for animals every single day.

[bw113gez]

That made me cry, the beginning.

[happinesson]

lucky! you're lucky u survive! keep on exercising dude!

[SuperJeannieC]

What a brave dog he is. So good and so handsome.

[snooker48]

Thankyou for the wonderful work you are doing with Lucky!

[cakescetera]

omg this brought tears to my eyes, a truly amazing story.

[Nugatti]

oh my god. poor dog.