Lucien

Lucien is a very handsome 1 yr. old small male standard poodle who has a really big heart full of love. He came to FPR from Orange County Animal Control in January when a Good Samaritan saved him from being euthanized. We knew he was a sick boy and needed our help from the beginning. It was suspected he had an autoimmune disorder. Thus we started the process of diagnosis. Only a handful of autoimmune disorders can be diagnosed through testing. The rest are diagnosed through a process of trial and error which can be a costly. So why did we want to try and save him? His spirit, zest for life and capacity to give so much love overwhelmed us all.

What we know now is that Lucien has a form of Lupus. It is found to be very rare in poodles but common in other breeds. With medication many forms can be managed with a good outcome for a long and happy life. However his story does not end here. So now that we have an answer to the first piece of the puzzle. Now we will start phase 2 of his medical diagnosis. Since his arrival at FPR he has had diarrhea almost nonstop every day. We have tried numerous diets, specialty diets and probiotics without success. Again you may ask why are we at FPR going through all this medical expense to save one dog. Quite honestly, this is what FPR is all about. To aid, protect and help all poodles in need. This special boy happens to need us the most.

As of July 8, 2011, we have spent over $2000 on his medical diagnosis and treatment. Since Lucien can't speak for himself, we at FPR are asking for him. Please help! Not only with a monetary donation to help defer the cost of his medical expenses, but with your prayers so we may find an answer that will help him continue to spread his overwhelming zest for life and love to all he meets. It just may be that extra donation of $5, $10 or $20 dollars that will save his life. A life we at FPR feel is well worth saving.

Ariana

Ari, as we've come to call her, has come out of her shell! She is feeling much better after her surgeries (spay and stones) and is "asking" for her walks and playing with her favorite toys. Though she has a plethora of cute stuffed toys, the one she consistently plays with is her tennis ball. She can track that ball down about anywhere in the house! Even though her sight is limited due to her cataracts she gets around quite well. She has proven to be an amazing watch dog and sends out the alarm when anyone comes near our door. She has become protective and will stand up to the largest dog in the park but, when the humans tell her to chill and continue their own friendly conversation Ari finds interesting things to sniff and leaves the worry to others. Initially, Ari had some socialization issues. She is still on guard but is won over with a few treats and calm voices. She came from a home that doubled as a makeshift day care center where she was pretty much kept in a crate and is now adjusting to a life that is not filled with loud noises and pokes from curious children. For a dog that is 75% blind that was a very scary situation. Her foster home includes a 75 LB standard that she has become accustomed to and I think they may be trying to figure out a way to play! Florida Poodle Rescue has committed to getting Ari the surgery she needs to regain her sight. I think this will make her even more relaxed and friendly. She is treat motivated, knows basic commands and has an adorable personality. Ari loves to snuggle, play or hang out on "her ottoman." I'm hoping she finds her Forever Home prior to her surgery. Wouldn't it be wonderful for her to regain her sight in her true home?