Alina gets a Second Chance!

Written by a CP Intakes Coordinator


Miss Alina was found as a stray with her pups who were all adopted out from the shelter.

Alina tested positive for Heartworm, and surprisingly was adopted out to a family who was happy to treat her for heartworm.They were happy until they visited their vet and found out what that meant in financial terms, and time of limited activity.

They returned her to the shelter, it was more than they bargained for when adopting her. Sadly, this meant that they could not adopt her out again, nor did they have the funding to treat her heartworm. Luckily, their rescue coordinator wanted her to at least have a chance, and reached out to Col. Potter to see if we could help. If not, it was the end of the road for her. Col. Potter said "YES!"

We have amazing foster homes, who know what Heartworm treatment entails, and know that while it isn't quick or easy, when its over the results are worth the time, money and work! We have amazing volunteers who work to raise every penny possible so that we can say yes to kids with Heartworm. Add to that every other volunteer that helps to round out the group, and make every cairn get whatever he needs and WE WORK MAGIC! Thanks to Dee P. who picked up Alina, and got her settled in for her weeklong spa treatment! Dee said that she is very sweet, very friendly, and loves to give kisses.Hugs to you Alina!