How dog saved from euthanasia sparked movement to help terminally ill pet
01/03/24 at 04:00 AM
How dog saved from euthanasia sparked movement to help terminally ill pet
Newsweek, by Alice Gibbs; 1/1/24
A very special dog who was saved from euthanasia has sparked a heartwarming movement to help terminally ill pets. Opie, a 9-year-old terrier with cancer, was facing imminent euthanasia due to the weather, a harsh Texas winter. Austin Pets Alive! (APA) was called. ... The situation opened the eyes of staff at Austin Pets Alive to the need for specialized care for dogs with terminal illnesses. Opie's original foster, supported by a dedicated team of volunteers, established the shelter's "fospice" program—offering end-of-life care to animals in similar situations.