From cruelty to lifesaving care

SPCA OF TEXAS

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In early September, Chihuahua/Jack Russell Terrier mix Cupcake was rescued from a trailer home in Dallas. The SPCA of Texas' Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit found a total of 12 dogs scattered inside the home. The animals, including Cupcake, were living in terrible conditions. She was covered in fleas and was heartbreakingly unable to close her mouth because was suffering from a broken jaw.

She was rushed to the Russell E. Dealey Animal Rescue Center, with the other animals, where she received immediate medical attention. Veterinarians determined Cupcake was also heartworm positive and malnourished.

Because of these critical medical issues, she needed a lot of special attention and TLC. Cupcake's broken jaw made it impossible for her to eat normal food, and her tongue hung out the side of her mouth. SPCA of Texas staff had to make a special paste for her to be able to eat, mixing wet food with water and putting it in a shallow bowl to make things easier for her.

Cupcake quickly became a staff favorite. Despite her healing injuries and illnesses, she was spunky and independent. And she never turned down cuddles from her new friends.

Once the SPCA of Texas' veterinary team'?s excellent treatment of Cupcake helped her heal enough for her to be a candidate for surgery, she was sent to see a specialist for her broken jaw. She was quickly approved for a mandible repair surgery! Devoted staff and volunteers were thrilled when they learned the excellent news.

At the end of October, Cupcake received the life-changing jaw surgery she needed. Now, this sweet girl is starting to recover and it is everyone's sincere hope that she no longer remembers her life before she came to the SPCA of Texas! Cupcake gets stronger every day as staff and volunteers continue to work with her. Soon, she will be ready to find her forever home!

Cupcake and other animals like her receive a second chance thanks to the wonderful donors who give to the SPCA of Texas. Every animal deserves a chance to receive the best possible care, and that's our mission at the SPCA of Texas: to provide every animal with exceptional care and a loving home. Cupcake's healing process isn't over — it will take months for her to fully recover, and that?s why we are asking for your help! The SPCA ofTexas would love your support to help us care for animals like Cupcake by making a gift for the animals this holiday season. Support from generous people like you is the reason these animals receive the care and love they desperately need. To donate to the SPCA of Texas this holiday season visit spca.org/give. To stay up to date on Cupcake's journey to find a forever home, follow the SPCA ofTexas Facebook page.

This article is part of TXDM's initiative to share the stories of Texas rescues, nonprofits and other dog related organizations, as well as the businesses that support them.

Other ways to give

12 Bars of Charity

Date: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2-6 p.m.

Spread some love and holiday spirits at the 12 Bars of Charity event. The annual fundraiser is a friendly competition between eight local charities, including the SPCA of Texas! Gin-gle all the way around town for a super fun pub crawl that gives back. When you register online at 12barsofcharity.com/dallas/, choose the charity of your choice (SPCA of Texas!) and $15 will come back to help North Texas' most vulnerable animals.

Giving Tuesday

Date: Tuesday, Dec. 3

You've heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but what about Giving Tuesday? Take part in a global day of giving that celebrates generosity worldwide! On Dec. 3, the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, visit spca.org/givingtuesday to donate!

Volunteer

Help make a difference in an animal?s life in 2020! Volunteer with the SPCA of Texas. You can volunteer as an individual or a group. We depend on hundreds of volunteers to help in our shelters, clinics and in our community. Learn more at spca.org/volunteer.