Starfish's Story

OUR BRYDIE WAS BORN WITH SWIMMERS SYNDROME, BUT OUR VET HANDLED IT DIFFERENTLY - HE PUT HER INTO PLASTER CASTS ON EACH LEG, THEN HOBBLED THE TWO LEGS TOGETHER - HER PLASTER CASTS WERE CHANGED EVERY WEEK FOR A TOTAL OF 6 WEEKS, DURING WHICH TIME HE CHANGE THE CASTS EACH WEEK, AND AFTER 4 WEEKS REMOVED THE HOBBLES.....SHE WAS A FUNNY WEE THING BUT HAD A WONDERFUL LIFE AND LIVED TO 16 YEARS OF AGE, QUITE AN ACHIEVEMENT FOR A GERMAN SHEPHERD.....I WOULD DO IT AGAIN IT WAS A WONDERFUL FEELING.....

Ty for saving Starfish’s life… I don’t understand why vets assume that someone won’t want to put in the time and effort. Sadly Human doctors aren’t much better. My uncle had a tiny tumor in his lung last year and was told that his “only” option was to have that lung removed and be on oxygen for he rest of his life. He was also told that NO doctor would give him a different diagnosis. He got three other opinions from three other doctors: two of whom said Chemo/Radiation therapy… the last suggested a rather new surgery where they could remover the tumor from in his lung with a laser. He went with the last one and found out the tumor WASNT even cancerous. Two weeks later the first doctor called telling him he HAD to come in and have the MAJOR surgery otherwise he could die. The doctor is now in the middle of a malpractice lawsuit with multiple other former patients

I ended up taking home two puppies instead of one because the last one to be adopted had a major birth defect with the use of only three legs and I knew I was his only hope for a forever home. It's been one of my better decisions. Of course, he has had to learn to deal with his handicap by doing things a bit different but he manages well and has such a wonderfully happy disposition its been an inspiration to me as well.

Nice to see folks who know how to help the dog and care to help.

I’m in Castro Valley so I’m close to u & I know you’re a life saver thank u so much for all your love & support for STARFISH

Outstanding job!!!!!!!!! Go Starfish

Oh bless her she is gorge.Thank you for your dedication.🌟🌹

There are amazing incredible people on this earth❤

Starfish on the steps wearing a diaper looking back is the cutest thing ever 😍

Thank you for the kindness ❤️❤️ what a beautiful soul 😁

Amazing. God bless you people.

Wonderful people, Wonderful dog 💜💜💜 Thank you, World IS more beautiful with people like you 💜

Whoever gave the wrong diagnosis and said this adorable little fluffpuppy should be put down shouldn't be anywhere near animals. I'm sure I speak for every pup and animal lover when I say THANK YOU!!!! to the rescuers and the people that cared enough to help this adorable little Love Bug ❤❤❤❤❤

beautiful story

What a fantastically uplifting story! Thank you! ❤️

Thank you FAAS for saving and rehabilitating Starfish and for all you do for the animals!

Uplifting 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Who came here from The Dodo? By the way great job Starfish!

I raised a jack Russell runt with swimmers. Please keep an eye on arthritis. She passed away at 9 years old and walking was a struggle. I could never find information on the pups when geriatric to see how they did

I would. put that vet down no compassion or empathy for that incredible determined dog god bless