Rusty's second chance of life

Rusty is an eight year old dog who I have had the pleasure of looking after for the last few months due to changes in the owners circumstances.

Recently Rusty was diagnosed with Laryngeal paralysis- an incurable paralysis of the larynx which is affecting his ability to breathe, bark and speak. Currently Rusty is in a stable condition with his larynx mostly paralyzed but still allowing air to pass into his lungs. He is unable to bark or speak and has trouble breathing. Without treatment Rusty's larynx will become fully paralyzed and he will suffocate.

The only treatment available is a "tie-back"-operation where one of the two paralyzed cartilages gets permanently tied back to allow air flow into the lungs. This is not a cure but a massive improvement of his condition as Rusty is currently not allowed to be excercised or stressed. He loves going to the dog park and the beach and I can see how not being able to excercise and play takes a toll on him, especially because he is otherwise in perfect health.

The owner is unable to fund the high cost of the operation and has offered me ownership of the dog post diagnosis.

Rusty is a very active, fit and healthy dog who has a lot more life left in him and I want to give him the senior dog life he deserves.