Gigi

We rescued Gigi from a distant shelter. The shelter person told us that she was maybe about 4-5 yrs old and very friendly. Great with dog buddy in her kennel. One shelter staff person said she didn't notice all the medical needs that Gigi has. Gigi was neglected, matted, and very dirty with bad smell. Dog friendly. When she went to our vet, he told us she is older and that she needed dental and had some gum inflammation, has lump on belly (need to remove & biopsy), not spayed and has double cataracts (vet did eye dye tests). Blood and urine tests shows no diabetes which can cause cataracts. No issues seen in test results. She was so smelly that the vet office shaved her body and bathed her. We already spent over $1,000 for her vet care and many tests. Problem… it will cost over $3000 plus for her dental, X-ray, spay, removal of lump, biopsy and $10K for cataract surgery if we opt for this surgery. Vet gave her eye drops. She has poor vision but sees light and large objects. She is getting around fine at her foster home and on walks. She can manage going up and down stairs. We plan to try another drop that dissolves cataract for $150. Seen good results with other dog owners.

Then will see a vision vet. Gigi is great with foster home's dog. Very easy going and sweet. She loves her food and does rollies. Can go up and down stairs to 2nd floor, and jump up on sofa and bed. Does fine on walks. Did great going to foster home's work studio with her and did great with everyone. Greeted people. Walked around and very well behaved. Gigi is such a good girl.

We have spent over $1,000 so far on first exam, eye, blood & urine tests, shave down/bath, medications, and all her vet care. Her vet costs will be in the high thousands for dental, spay, lump removal and eye care. If we have to do cataract eye surgery, it will cost us $8000 - $10,000. We hope the healthy foods, eye vitamins and drops work to avoid the surgery. Donations are greatly needed and appreciated. Thank you. 🥰 https://www.furryfriendsrescue.org/donations

3/14/26 Update from her foster home: Gigi is a really remarkable little girl. I’m surprised by her everyday! She’s able to get around quite easily on her own, despite the occasional light booping against my leg or a wall. She listens for my footsteps and able to follow me around. She’s quiet and easy going. Friendly with other dogs and everyone we meet on the street. I’m amazed by how easily she’s adapted to San Francisco streets. Her poor eyesight doesn’t seem to be slowing her down. She’s trusting, cuddly, and just likes to be nearby. She’s also an easy eater and house trained. All my friends and neighbors who’ve met her think she’s the sweetest.

**Note: Adoption in SF Bay Area Only**