The dog was not wearing any identification when it was brought in for treatment. Knox said the dog s owner told staff that she would seek treatment for her pet from her own veterinarian. The little Yorkie had a history of epilepsy, the hospital reported. The response from the community touched the staff at the hospital, Knox said. One of the animal hospital s phone lines was placed on permanent hold during the morning, because of animal lovers trying to check on the dog s condition, she added.
People wanting to help, to adopt or help pay for the care.
Dozens of phone calls and e-mails from concerned readers also came to the Mail Tribune. Knox was glad to see a happy ending for the small dog. Unfortunately, many injured strays or unclaimed pets that come to the animal hospital are taken to Jackson County Animal Control, she added. It s very tragic. Mail Tribune, Inc.