Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of Houston

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Kimmie Sue came to MSRH thru the SPCA and a puppymill bust — Sherry Eitel, Kimmie’s Schnauzer Angel, picked her up and took her to PRAH — the other 4 went to another vet — Kimmie had hematomas in both ears due to severe ear infections and ear mites — This had to be surgically corrected. She also got spay. Kimmie was so thin, you could count her ribs from across the room. Five days after coming home for foster care to recouperate, she got sick — One week to the day, from her first trip to PRAH, she went again. They could not hear anything in her chest so started the barium series of xrays. The very first xray showed an infection in her lungs. It appeared to be fungal. She was on IV’s for about 10 days — and was nebulized starting with day 3. She came home still be neubulized and thinner than the first time. She started taking an antifungal medicine by mouth. Six weeks later, another xray — the medicine had not gotten rid of the fungal infection — so Dr Dayton did some investigation and found another med - given by IV that was supposed to be very successful in treating this type of fungus. Kimmie was a trooper and had this for 3 weeks — 3 x a week — by now she feels like a pin cushion!! She will get xrayed on May 2 and again in 3 weeks — we hope and pray that she will be rid of this awful infection, but if not, we may have to go to a specialist.

Kimmie’s vetting is approx $4000 .

The other 4 minis also had to be treated for lung infections, but thankfully theirs were bacterial — also one was heartworm positive.

MSRH needs to raise approx $8000 to help cover the cost of all this critical care. If you can help Kimmie and the others, they will forever be grateful.

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Preston is approx 1.5 yrs old. He is very laid back but yet loves to play. He gets along with everyone. He came to MSRH with a broken front left leg. The first vet tried to repair, but the muscles were too constricted. We took him to our “critical care” vet, Dr Dayton, and after 2 weeks of muscle relaxers and splinting, Dr Dayton operated, put in a plate and got the leg back good as new. Preston would be a great addition to any family.

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Hi!! My name is Clyde. I came into rescue back in April. I was skinny and had juvenile cataracts. MSRH got me healthy and I had cataract surgery — so, I can see. I am approx 8 yrs young, love to play, and love to keep my human companion company. I would be great for someone who would love a couch potato!!! My foster mom said I am the most laid back schnauzer she has ever had. If you would like to meet me, just send us an email.

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Sammy has been diagnosed with cataracts and needs to undergo surgery to be able to see again.  This is a very expensive procedure but will drastically improve his quality of life!

My name is Samuel Theodore, but my friends like to call me Sammy T. I am an owner surrender from East Texas. I was driven to Houston by a very nice lady that met my foster mom. I really like it here and my foster mom is really nice. She has taught me how to use a crate and also is teaching me the doggie door. I have not had any accidents in the house, so I guess you could say that I am house trained. I am a very sweet guy and would love to be your forever companion. I am 8 years young and weigh 15.2 pounds. I am heartworm negative, micro chipped, have had all my shots and have been neutered. I have cropped ears and a docked tail. I do enjoy going on walks. I am very quiet and would love to sit on your lap or next to you. If you want a very laid back guy, please ask for Sammy T when filling out your application.

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George is a 6 yr old lover boy.  He came to us in December 2006.  He was very sick and heartworm positive.  He went to two different vets and he was diagnosed with an intestinal infection that had formed an abcess inside.  He was put on weeks of medication to treat the infection.  The intestinal infection however, made his heartworm condition worse.  During a check up it was discovered that he had a large amount of fluid in both lungs do to the heartworm disease.  The vet put him on a medication schedule to help bring the fluid and inflammation out of his lungs and allow his heart to heal.  This took several months.  He was finally well enough to start his heartworm treatment in April 2007, but had to have a very conservative treatment.  He is on the last two weeks of his recovery and will be gradually weaned off his medication.  However his extensive medical treatment has been costly.  He is a sweet loving boy who adores attention.  He does not like to be left alone at all.  He gives lots of kisses when his foster mommy comes home.  If you can donate to help with this boy’s medical costs he will greatly appreciate it and will send you lots of virtual kisses!

George has just flew through his last weeks of heartworm treatment.  He has another week or so to wean of his medication and a check up and he will be ready for adoption.  We can really tell he is feeling better as he has started to play and chase his foster siblings.  He gets along with most other dogs and really needs a home where someone can spoil him rotten (more than he already is).  If you are interested in meeting George please ask for him on the application.