Thanks so much to everyone who donated to Sunny's Fund! Over $700 was contributed to help this wonderful boy!

The following are notes from some of the donors:

I salute you and the work you do for our vulnerable animal friends. Keep up the good work! Please keep us updated on Sunny's progress and also his family. -Lori

We read about Sunny and want to help Aryn and her family with his medical expenses. We wish them all the best and will look for updates on the website! -Barbara

We were very moved by Sunny's plight and hope all continues to go well with him and his new family. Best wishes to the Ferris's, and to your wonderful organization. -Rick & Joyce

Sunny's story is truly heartwarming. I'd like to give his new owners a hug for their generosity. I hope many kind people read his story and choose to give. Good luck to Sunny! -Gloria

To the Ferris's: Good luck with Sunny. Sounds like he is a very lucky dog for sure to have found a home with you. Of course, it may actually turn out you are the lucky ones. I hope this gift will help a little. -Jake

To Sunny & his family: Our love and prayers are sent out to you. - Susan & Greg

Bless your hearts for taking care of that beautiful boy! -Becky



SUNNY'S UPDATE

I would like to extend a big THANK YOU to all of you who made numerous donations to help defray the cost of Sunny's corrective surgery and the kind notes inquiring about Sunny. I would also like to take a minute to give you an update on Sunny's recovery.

Sunny had the apparatus removed from his leg on September 22nd and had x-rays taken. Dr Devitt was not thoroughly satisfied with the rotation, so Sunny was put in a splint. On Thursday October 16th Sunny had more x-rays taken and at that time, Dr. Devitt determined that we had achieved the desired length (about 3 centimeters) and rotation in his left front paw, and that his chances for a complete recovery are very good!

The next few months, however, will be the hard part. Sunny has for the most part never used his left paw, so he must go through a lot of strenuous physical therapy to build up the muscles and regain mobility in the paw if he is to actively, and effectively use it again.

Sunny began his physical therapy on October 16th. He was able to go swimming and had the funniest look on his face when he realized his left leg really worked! It didn't just hang there anymore!! He goes to physical therapy at the Veterinary Referral Center of Colorado once a week and seems to be enjoying it. Our family cannot wait to take him camping and swimming next summer!!

Sunny seems to be enjoying his new, working leg and should be running around the local dog park very soon!

Thank you again for your concern and support. It has truly meant a great deal to our family. We will keep you informed on Sunny's progress.

Sunny's Family
Jeannie, Tyson and Aryn Ferris