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c/o Karla Huffman
Coconut Grove, Florida
karlahuffman61@gmail.com
786.877.3461
Picolini’s Animal Rescue
a 501(3)(c) Organization
Meet Ryder, a one year old German Shepherd who will be getting a brand new set of bionic back legs very soon. Picolini’s, a local animal rescue in Coconut Grove, rescued Ryder in April from a backyard breeder situation. His mother gave birth to three pups, the first two stillborn and Ryder was born with no back paws. For a whole year, Ryder learned to overcompensate using his front muscles and front legs to maneuver himself around. Ryder was never given any type of therapy or fitted for any type of prosthetics during his first 11 months. This has been a travesty for Ryder, a very happy, intelligent and eager to please young shepherd.
Fast forward, Picolini’s established a GoFundMe campaign to raise donations for his various medical needs. Through the generosity and support of individuals within our community, several thousands of dollars have been raised which have been used to purchase his fiberglass prosthetics, receiving hydrotherapy treatments, now and in the future, as well as potential socialization and training should that be needed in his new fur-ever home environment. Ryder is under the watchful eye and care of Dr. Mirta Sanchez at Animal Health and Rehab Center in South Miami, where she believes Ryder’s age, health and zest for life will only enhance his ability to adapt fully to his new found life with prosthetics.
Ryder is seeking his “fur-ever” home with that special human who, like us, his doctors, and his many followers and supporters realize his true potential. A home where he will be “included” and not “excluded”. Ideally, Ryder is likely best suited in a single story home and a work from home environment during this phase of his adjustment and transition. Individuals who are familiar with the German Shepherd breed know that they are wonderful companions, smart, intelligent, true and loyal to their owners, and Ryder is no different.
We are confident that once Ryder adjusts to his new prosthetics, the world will be his “oyster”. Many new tail wagging adventures await this happy go lucky young boy. If you feel you are that special human that can be a part of his life’s journey, please feel free to reach out to us for more information.
If you would like to make a donation to his GoFundMe campaign, you can do so by visiting this link: https://gofund.me/3ff18f3b and help towards future medicals, training, fittings and therapy.
