Animal Welfare United States Project #5497

Save Thousands of Animal Lives in Oregon

by DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital

Project Report | Aug 15, 2017
Update on DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital

By Lauren Cox | Development Officer

Persephone

While much of our job is providing espert veterinary medicine, it is also extending compassion. As a 24/7 emergency, critical and specialty care hospital, we have to become part of a clients' care family in the blink of an eye. That's why everything we do at DoveLewis ultimately boils down to supporting and honoring the special bond between pats and their people.

Holidays at DoveLewis are always busy, but this Memorial Day broke records. Medical staff treated 95 animal patients in the 24-hour period. A total of 253 patients were treated between Saturday, May 27, and Monday, May 29.

On average, DoveLewis treats 40 to 50 patients each day. As Portland’s population grows, so does its pet population. DoveLewis President and CEO Ron Morgan also attributes the growing patient numbers to pet owners who are willing to go the extra mile for their animals. “Pets are like family, and that’s how many owners treat them,” Ron said. “When their family member has an emergency or needs to see a specialist, they don’t want to take chances. They seek treatment immediately and they choose the best doctors possible – and that high level of care is available at DoveLewis.”

DoveLewis is here for every type of animal - even chickens! FedEx the chicken (whose sister’s name is UPS!) was brought to DoveLewis for a head laceration. The bleeding was so persistent that Dr. Sarah Tauber (pictured with FedEx) and surgeon Dr. Coby Richter tried four types of wound care. In the middle of her treatment, FedEx began squawking loudly and wiggling her behind. To the surprise of her medical staff, she laid an egg on the exam table! After the excitement, the doctors were able to cease the bleeding. FedEx went home happy and her owner was kind enough to leave the egg with Dr. Tauber.

No matter the time of day, condition of the animal, or whether the creature is a stray or part of a loving home, DoveLewis is able to provide the best medical care because of the generosity of donors like you. Thank you for your support.

FedEx the Chicken

Banksy - he fell on ice!

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May 17, 2017
Fiscal Year 2016 Update

By Lauren Cox | Development Officer

Ollie - Recovered from Tick Paralysis

Fiscal year 2016 marks DoveLewis’ third straight year of growth in services and finances. We remain committed to helping as many animals and their people as possible, and with your help, we did just that.

Last year we treated 14,962 patients

61% Dogs
33% Cats
3% Birds
3% Other

We are proud to note that during this year, the hospital was awarded the highest level of certification specifically for emergency and critical care hospitals. We join the ranks of only 38 VECCS Level 1 facilities in the nation and are the only VECCS certified facility of any level in Oregon, highlighting our ongoing commitment to excellence.

As a 24-hour emergency and critical care hospital, we are prepared to treat a variety of cases and offer the best care we can. This year we saw some especially interesting cases – one which was so heartwarming (Ollie’s Miracle Recovery) that it was featured in news stories nationally and internationally, and another (Taro) that illustrates both the extraordinary skill of our medical staff combined with the life-changing impact of one of our key community programs, the Blood Bank.

Thanks to you, our community programs continue to grow and serve pets and their people and veterinary professionals here in Portland and beyond. Of special note was the expansion during this fiscal year of the Velvet Assistance Fund, in which we were able to serve nearly 100 more families and their beloved pets than the prior year.

During this fiscal year, we also celebrated the 30th anniversary of our Pet Loss Support Program. The first of its kind, the program is still lead by its founder, Enid Traisman, and we remain committed to our unique role in helping grieving pet owners and pro-viding support to veterinary professionals.

Fun Fact - Top 10 Medical Issues Treated

1. Vomiting, diarrhea and other intestinal issues
2. Ingesting inappropriate items (dietary indiscretions)
3. Wounds and lacerations
4. Trauma (falling, broken or fractured bones, hit by car, etc.)
5. Urinary tract issues
6. General pain and discomfort
7. Respiratory issues
8. Cancerous and non-cancerous masses
9. Seizure
10. Allergic reactions

Frank - Puppy that received financial assistance

Taro - Recovered from poisoning

Agnes - Stray cat brought to DoveLewis

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Feb 15, 2017
Hoarded Cats Treated at DoveLewis After Neglect

By Abby Crouch | Donor Relations

Butterbean begs for kisses from DoveLewis DVM

Hoarded Cats Treated at DoveLewis After Neglect

Butterbean begs for kisses from a DoveLewis veterinarian.

Six lucky cats received a second chance at a good life. 30 cats were rescued from a hoarding situation, and six of those were brought to DoveLewis to receive emergency medical attention.

The cats arrived at DoveLewis in bad shape – they had matted, dirty fur covered in feces and fleas and varying degrees of skin sores. Several of the cats also showed signs of respiratory infection.

They were all disheveled and in desperate need of care when they arrived at DoveLewis, though one cat, an orange Persian, smashed his face up against the kennel, desperate for attention. He meowed and begged for affection as they unloaded him.

Support animals like Butterbean.

During his initial exam, he was clearly overjoyed to receive pets and snuggles from the DoveLewis clinical team. While the other cats were more reserved, this furry feline cuddled, purred and leaned in for more head scratches. With a gentle hand, the DoveLewis clinical team examined him and provided lots of extra love. The other cats also received plenty of friendly care to ease their nerves.

The cats were treated in isolation and given antibiotics and pain medication for their infections. Many of them required care management for their wounds and open sores. Some of the cats received treatment for worms, ear mites and fleas. And all of them required some serious bathing and grooming to remove the dirt and feces from their fur.

All six cats began their road to recovery at DoveLewis and to finding their new forever home. The orange Persian was adopted by a DoveLewis staff member and his name is now Butterbean, and here he is making himself at home with his new family.

Butterbean in his new home.

Thanks to our generous donors, DoveLewis is here to care for all animals in need, including injured or ill stray animals who don’t have owners. Thanks in advance for your support!

Support DoveLewis & help animals like Butterbean

Butterbean in his new home

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