Let's put an end to Super Puppy's, Inc., Puppy Store
- by: Erica Rodriguez
- recipient: Humane Society of the United States, FL Department of Agrigiculture/Consumer Services
The day before our wedding, on April 29th, 2005, my husband and I purchased a nine week old English Bulldog from Super Puppy's pet store, located in Coral Springs, FL. Never having a dog growing up as kids or any type of family pet, my husband and I were not aware issues concerning bad pet stores and puppy mills. We couldn't resist the face of "that puppy in the window." We thought it would be a good thing...starting our lives together with our little baby bully, Brutis. Within 1 week we were in the emergency room with our baby Brutis and things only got worse. At 9 months, Brutis was diagnosed with Hip Dysplaysia. Now at 14 months old, and to date we have invested so much money to treat Brutis and his condition. How could this happen to my baby bully who was represented by the Pet Store to have 9 champions in his family? Please sign this petition to help support my Brutis and all other dogs that suffer at the hands of uncompassionate pet store owners.
To see pictures of Brutis, please visit: http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=274145
4-29-05 - I purchased Brutis from Super Puppy’s Inc. for $3000.00 plus tax.
5-07-05 - Brutis was taken to the Pet Emergency Center at 11:45 p.m. for vomiting, trouble breathing and bloated stomach.
5-09-05 - Vet visit, follow-up from emergency visit two nights before. Diagnosis: Upper Respiratory Infection with congestion, nasal discharge, vomiting, and Kennel Cough. Started antibiotics & prescription diet.
5-18-05 - Brutis was taken back to vet for check-up and further testing. Constant Diarrhea. Diagnosis: Fecal test was positive for Coccidra, vet treated with prescription.
5-20-05 - Went to vet to get more prescription diet.
6-07-05 - Fecal test re-check.
6-10-05 - Brutis was taken back to vet for blood in diarrhea and vomiting. Fecal test. Diagnosis: Colitis. Vet prescribed antibiotic and prescription diet.
6-13-05 - VCA prescribed ointment for cherry eye.
6-29-05 - Brutis was diagnosed with Demodex mange and was treated weekly with mitaban dips, skin scrapes, and meds until 7-29-05.
7-19-05 - Brutis treated at vet for coughing, vomiting in his sleep, and constant diarrhea. Vet treated with medications and prescription diet.
7-23-05 - Brutis was taken to new vet for testing of Chronic Diarrhea.
9-07-05 - Brutis was treated at Animal Hospital; Complete Blood work was performed.
12-02-05 - Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital exam and x-rays performed for symptoms of hip dysplasia. Popping and clicking noises coming from hind quarters.
12-08-05 - Consultation at Animal Hospital with Orthopedic Veterinary Surgeon. Diagnosis: Hip Dysplasia. Treated with injection and prescription. Recommended more x-rays to be done in a few months and possible surgery in future. Vet Surgeon said Brutis would most likely have to be treated his whole life for this condition.
12-09-05 - Appointment with vet at VCA according to Lynda Winkowski’s (Owner of Super Puppy’s) advice. Dr. was absolutely no help, advised us to go to Hollywood Animal Hospital and see an orthopedic surgeon for diagnosis.
12-16-05 - Appointment with orthopedic surgeon at Hollywood Animal Hospital who confirmed diagnosis of Hip Dysplasia.
1-30-06 - Purchased refill of Glucosamine tablets that vet had prescribed as part of treatment.
Current Status: FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE, BRUTIS WILL NEED ON-GOING LONG TIME TREATMENT FOR HIS ILLNESS.5-09-05 - Vet visit, follow-up from emergency visit two nights before. Diagnosis: Upper Respiratory Infection with congestion, nasal discharge, vomiting, and Kennel Cough. Started antibiotics & prescription diet.
5-18-05 - Brutis was taken back to vet for check-up and further testing. Constant Diarrhea. Diagnosis: Fecal test was positive for Coccidra, vet treated with prescription.
5-20-05 - Went to vet to get more prescription diet.
6-07-05 - Fecal test re-check.
6-10-05 - Brutis was taken back to vet for blood in diarrhea and vomiting. Fecal test. Diagnosis: Colitis. Vet prescribed antibiotic and prescription diet.
6-13-05 - VCA prescribed ointment for cherry eye.
6-29-05 - Brutis was diagnosed with Demodex mange and was treated weekly with mitaban dips, skin scrapes, and meds until 7-29-05.
7-19-05 - Brutis treated at vet for coughing, vomiting in his sleep, and constant diarrhea. Vet treated with medications and prescription diet.
7-23-05 - Brutis was taken to new vet for testing of Chronic Diarrhea.
9-07-05 - Brutis was treated at Animal Hospital; Complete Blood work was performed.
12-02-05 - Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital exam and x-rays performed for symptoms of hip dysplasia. Popping and clicking noises coming from hind quarters.
12-08-05 - Consultation at Animal Hospital with Orthopedic Veterinary Surgeon. Diagnosis: Hip Dysplasia. Treated with injection and prescription. Recommended more x-rays to be done in a few months and possible surgery in future. Vet Surgeon said Brutis would most likely have to be treated his whole life for this condition.
12-09-05 - Appointment with vet at VCA according to Lynda Winkowski’s (Owner of Super Puppy’s) advice. Dr. was absolutely no help, advised us to go to Hollywood Animal Hospital and see an orthopedic surgeon for diagnosis.
12-16-05 - Appointment with orthopedic surgeon at Hollywood Animal Hospital who confirmed diagnosis of Hip Dysplasia.
1-30-06 - Purchased refill of Glucosamine tablets that vet had prescribed as part of treatment.
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