Meet Marley!

Marley is a black and white German Wirehaired Pointer rescued by Dogwood Rescue. She was diagnosed with parvovirus (a highly deadly and contagious disease that affects dogs in particular) shortly arriving at Norgate by Dr. Sidhu. Parvovirus can be contracted through direct or indirect contact with infected animals' feces. Since Marley's parents were never vaccinated and neither was she, contracting the parvovirus was a near-death experience for Marley. She was constantly having watery diarrhea and urination that gave off a treacherous smell. In addition, she was kept on intravenous (IV) fluids for a very long time to replenish the loss of water in her body until she finally recovered.

Dr. Sidhu and the staff members kept a close eye on Marley during her hospitalization at Norgate Animal Hospital. While Deanne, a very dedicated volunteer from Dogwood Rescue, came in everyday to visit her. Marley's severe condition slowly turned hopeful and bushy-tailed under our staff members' and Deanne's care and love. Marley is now a healthy and lovable puppy. She was recently adopted by a really nice family carefully selected by Deanne.

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