A word from Annie...
This has been another long year for me. I know I seem to say it every year, but the sad fact is running a sanctuary is both satisfying and disheartening at the same time. This job takes a lot of compassion and commitment. It's 24/7 and you don't get time off. Most of the time I do this by myself when there is very little to no help. It's not an easy task with all special needs animals.
All of the animals are getting older and they are in more need of attention. The expenses are rising. Right now I'm dealing with the loss of Milo, watching over Tessa, who is having seizures on a regular basis, keeping an eye on Happy, who is 17 and has a tumor in her mouth that's growing into her sinus cavity and causing severe nose bleeds, and of course, Hendrix, who we all know how much I have to do for him, plus all the sideline work with Bevis, Clovis, Maggie, Macy, Flynn, Ollie, Cloe, Radar, Emma, Iddgy, Peanut, Pudd'n, Pathos and Monkey.
My life consists of constant cleaning, repairs, maintenance, therapy, keeping up with their meds, wound care, exercise, trips to town for supplies and vet visits, emergencies, and then we must throw in playtime, love and individual attention! It doesn't matter if you're sick, you still have to do what you have to do!
Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love doing what I'm doing! But I am also getting older, my back is shot, my health is really getting iffy, and I am tired.
I apologize if I'm not able to spend more time on Facebook, if the Newsletters are slim to none, and that I don't thank people near enough who help by donating toward the care of the gang. I really am doing the best I can to keep up...
Update!
I was hoping I could get this newsletter out before the next series of events... Not a chance!
Tessa passed away on October 6th at 6:45pm after having a massive heart attack. She was standing next to me while I was fixing their dinner. When I put it down Tessa fell over and passed away in my arms five minutes later.
Tessa started having seizures the day before Milo passed away, September 16th. I started her on some CBD oil and Gabapentin which really seemed to help. Personally I think it was the stress of losing Milo.
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Hendrix...
Check out his new wheels!
With a lifetime of medical mishaps and everything else life has thrown at him, Hendrix is ready to hit the road again! Life is too short so when the time comes... It's going to be with a smile on his face!!!
Since I have little time to get these Newsletters out, I would like to give an early shout out to Hendrix who is going to be 14 years old November 9th! So...
Happy Birthday Hendrix!
Thank you!
To everyone who has supported these animals throughout their lives here at the ranch, allowing me to give them the life they so greatly deserve. To watch them enjoy each and everyday as if it was their last.... Thank you!
Thank you for your support and
Making a difference!!!
Interested in Donating?
https://lastchanceranchsanctuary.org/donate/
(Update continued... )
The night before Tessa passed, Hendrix started refusing to eat! After we lost Tessa, Hendrix still won't eat or take his meds. He too is giving up! I really thought he was going to make it for his 14th birthday on November 9th, but the odds are not looking too promising.
I know I've said time and time again that all these animals are extremely bonded! The love they have for each other is what has kept them going all these years. When it gets taken away, sometimes the heartbreak is just too much. I will keep you informed on the status of Hendrix if and when there is any change.
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