When Glinda was transferred to our Pet Health Centers, the team moved quickly to stabilize her. “Her X-rays showed moderate to severe pneumonia,” explained Dr. Mark Verdino, Chief of Veterinary Staff. “The entire left side of her chest was affected, and part of the right side also had fluid in it. She was working extremely hard to breathe. It’s always touch-and-go when a puppy this young comes in with pneumonia, but she’s responding well to treatment.”
After receiving intensive care in our Elizabeth Freed Special Recovery Center, Glinda was finally on the mend. This unique facility allows us to safely isolate and treat animals with contagious or serious conditions. Within its quiet, climate-controlled rooms, Glinda could be closely monitored and supported with IV fluids, antibiotics, and vital nutrition to help her body heal.
