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Many of you will know our sweet Little Mo, who has been in BTRF foster care for the Ewan came into BTRF foster care last While this can sometimes
past three years and has captured many hearts along the way. spring after a change in his owner’s cause flare-ups, things are
Little Mo has always had some issues with her ears, something that can be quite circumstances. When he arrived, it currently improving and he is responding
common in Bedlington Terriers, but until recently these have been well managed quickly became clear that he was very well to his care plan.
with the help of a carefully controlled diet, supplements and medication to support uncomfortable physically. He was stiff, Ewan’s journey isn’t finished yet,
her allergies. sore, and unsure about walks, toys and however! The next stage of his recovery
Earlier this year she needed an ear flush and examination under sedation, and playing, or even moving around very will involve physiotherapy to help rebuild
during that procedure the vets discovered a small lump inside her left ear canal. much. As a result, he just didn’t. Most of strength and confidence in his movement,
Because we felt this is likely to be causing her some discomfort, we arranged for her the time he chose to lie quietly at home and we’ll also be gradually reducing some
to see a surgical specialist so we could better understand what might be causing it – not what we expect for a Beddie of this of his medication if he continues to stay
and what the best options might be to help her. age. comfortable and of course, we will be
The specialist has discussed a few possible ways we could move forward: We saw improvements with pain relief monitoring that very closely.
• Removing the lump from the ear canal and sending it away for testing trials but xrays didn’t show the underlying The most important news is that Ewan
• Carrying out surgery to improve the ear canal and help prevent ongoing irritation cause of the problems so we have been is feeling and doing so much better than
working hard to get to the bottom of it. when he first arrived, and that simply
• Or, if the problem appears deeper within the ear, a more significant surgery to A recent review at the Renew Centre wouldn’t have been possible without
remove the diseased ear canal entirely in Gloucestershire showed a painful the support of you all, our amazing BTRF
Before deciding on the best option, Little Mo may also need a CT scan so the problem in the muscles around his hip – supporters. Your donations have helped
vets can see exactly what is happening deeper inside the ear and plan the most which were putting pressure on his sciatic provide his specialist care and treatment,
appropriate treatment. nerve – ouch! but we still need your support as we move
Little Mo finds ear treatments Thanks to the dedication of his foster into the next stage of his rehabilitation.
quite stressful even with careful carers, the support of his care team here Ewan’s progress is a wonderful reminder
cooperative handling, so our aim is at the rescue and his veterinary team, we of what your very much appreciated
to choose the option that will give are very happy to share with you the news support makes possible. Thank you – on
her the best long-term comfort that Ewan has made really encouraging behalf of the BTRF team and the dogs in
and avoid repeated procedures progress following his last few months our care!
that she would find difficult to cope of treatment. The problem has healed
with. well and he is much more comfortable.
As always, Little Mo is being very His movement has improved and he is
carefully supported by the BTRF beginning to enjoy life again and best of
and the veterinary and care teams all, learn to play - something his foster
involved in her care, and together family and the BTRF team have found so
we will work out the best way rewarding – a happy dog, showing his
forward for her. cheeky Beddie side!
We’ll keep you updated as we have Like many Bedlington Terriers, Ewan also
a clearer idea on the next steps for struggles with allergies, which we continue
our special little girl. to manage carefully with treatment and
monitoring.