[CurtisTH]

Have you tried Actors and Others for animals? They are located in California and help out with emergency vet fees. They have also been known to help out of state if funding permits.

I am so sorry you and your puppy are going through this, I am sure it is very stressful for you, as well as painful for the pup!

Good Luck!

[h4z1XBI7]

I will speak up for Jen and Jenksy. I know both personally, and vouch willingly for the authenticity of her claims. Jenks needs help. I have offered up sketches to help raise money, and there are many others who are auctioning off some pretty neat stuff to help out. Most folks are getting something pretty cool out of donating, so what's the harm? If it works, awesome. If something goes wrong, I know Jen will see to it that the money goes to a rescue.

[sztc38tg]

I personally think it is a great way to try to raise $. At least she is not just begging for $ donations although they are welcome. You are getting something for your $. And if you want to donate some items then you are also cleaning out your closet. I have donated a few items I will never use and also have bid on some awesome items.

Jen you know what is right for you and your dog. Keep up the great work.
It has to be heart breaking to see you dog go threw this after hand raising him from birth. Sending prayers that is all works out.

[sztc38tg]

There are a TON of new items added. May be worth a look guys.

[Worseacar]

I want to send a HUGE THANK YOU out to all of you who supported Jenksie!!!! He had his surgeries yesterday at a different vet, one who was more compassionate and one who charged me about HALF of what the original specialty clinic wanted. The donation bid items that are still open are closing today at 8pm CST. Any money that is over what Jenksies costs are will be donated to a rescue group! Thank you all again!!

Jen and Jenksie

[MzTT]

Please let us know how he progresses. Would be interesting to see the changes over time as he heals and grows. Congratulations on getting the surgery done and I wish you and the pup the best.

[Berta]

Lets just leave all the bullshit out of this. Nobody forces anybody to donate. That's why it's called donate and not I'm punching you in the face if you don't give money.

[Worseacar]

Lets just leave all the bullshit out of this. Nobody forces anybody to donate. That's why it's called donate and not I'm punching you in the face if you don't give money.

Thank you I appreciate it.

And I will totally keep everyone posted!! He thinks he can walk already but just falls over but he really wants to RUNNNNNNN

[MzTT]

Worthless without pics! They always look so pitiful in their cones and casts. And none of them ever understand the concept of limited activity during healing.

Will he have to have any physical therapy like hydro therapy or will he just heal and progress normally after that?

[xanaxist]

So glad you were able to get the surgery! Thanks for really working hard for your (adorable) little man. We need more owners like you in this world!

[sztc38tg]

he will have Hydro therapy...
Also he is already wanting to run. silly boy. he has to be walked on a harness to help support his front.

[Worseacar]

I have his initial treatment plan consultation with the Physical Therapist Monday at 9am! I know she wants to start right away with laser healing therapy. He cant do much of anything else, especially the water stuff until the stitches are out!!!

Here are pictures....right after I brought him home from having surgery...and he does wear a cone, just not for all the photo ops


and the next day
My male Buehrle concerned for his best bud!

and Jenks more alert since the anesthesia wore off from the day before

and him thinking its ok to stand but then realizing sitting is easier

[JulietOreira]

I'm glad he's on the mend. What a handsome pup!

[Worseacar]

Thank you!

[HootSnori]

*bump for jenksy*

[Worseacar]

Sadness has overcome me here. My baby boy Jenks is in desperate need of surgery on both of his front legs to correct a condition that will cause him alot of pain and shorten his life if he doesn't have the surgery. Jenks is a 5 1/2 month old Staffordshire Bull Terrier. I hand raised him, he was the runt and almost didnt make it after being born. He has been so strong!! His growth plates on his ulna's in both of his front legs have prematurely closed, meaning that bone will no longer grow, but the radius, the other bone, will continue to grow, causing his legs to contiune to bow, causing elbow dysplasia and DJD. The radiologist gave him a grim poor prognosis without surgery. Surgery is going to cost about $6000 after everything is said and done for both legs!!! I have created a Facebook Group that has donated items that people can bid on thru February 29th, 2012. Just click the link if you are a facebook memeber and join in!!!

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There are many lovely amazing dog items available along with an Autographed baseball form former Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Mark Buehrle! Thanks to his wife Jamie! They are an amazing family doing so much for the pit bulls of the world!

If you would like to just Chip In a little then you can go to this link to do so

ChipIn: My Puppy, Jenks', Surgeries

I thank you all so very much in advance! JENKS is so grateful for all the LOVE!!!

[Falik]

I knew a pup with the same issue. Poor guy was still a happy-go-lucky idiot even though he was much older when he had his surgery. Is it possible to share the FB page? Not sure how.

[StoyaFanst]

Jen - Hang in there, girl. We'll get that little boy what he needs.

Folks - please help if you can. Jen is a positive influence in the breed and has helped fight BSL in her home state with her elder two breed ambassadors and there is no doubt little Jenks will follow in his pit bull sibling's footsteps once he gets fixed.

[Worseacar]

you can share the page where ever you want!!! Just post this link! Incompatible Browser | Facebook anyone can join! pretty awesome stuff on there for biding!!!! Its so cool! I thank everyone!!

Time frame wise its best to do it sooner than later, the odds are better for success!!

This is the treatment with the surgery described

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stupid thing LOL https://www.facebook.com/groups/278938972173785/

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Treatment Options

The most commonly reported treatment for an angular limb deformity, caused by premature closure of a distal ulnar growth plate or otherwise, is surgical correction. The particular surgical approach will depend upon the age of the animal (whether its growth plates are still growing or are already closed), and on the nature and extent of the existing deformity. Young dogs with developing forelimb deformities may benefit from a procedure called an ostectomy; if the ulna is affected, the procedure is referred to as a distal ulnectomy. An ostectomy involves surgically removing a several centimeter section of the affected long bone (usually the ulna), to allow unrestrained growth of the other long bone (usually, the radius). Think of cutting a one inch piece out of the center of a chicken drumstick bone, leaving the two remaining end-pieces of the bone intact. That, essentially, is what is done with an ulnar ostectomy. Because the ulna and radius are so intimately connected, creating this surgical gap in the non-growing ulna allows the still growing radius to lengthen normally. The space created by this procedure typically is packed with a graft of fat collected from the dog’s flank area, to prevent premature union of the now two separate pieces of the affected bone. Hopefully, this will facilitate spontaneous correction of the distortion of the radial bone, by permitting it to continue growing normally because it is no longer restricted by a shortened, solid ulna.

[Worseacar]

Yea that is not an option unfortunately