HAPPY TAILS OF PETS WE'VE HELPED
Little Ann was a sweet-as-could-be Italian Greyhound. Like her namesake, the endearing hound from Where the Red Fern Grows, she was fiercely loyal and very intelligent. She loved to give her family "hugs," smother us with kisses, and cuddle next to us under a blanket. She lived a long and happy life, but succumbed to lung cancer in 2004. She passed away gracefully, with her mom by her side. We miss you Little Ann!
Lily found her way into our lives after having lived her first year at the breeder's. She was under socialized and very skittish. She quickly bonded with her mother and can always be found right at her feet. In her later years, Lily has really come into her own. Her personality has blossomed, while at the same time overcoming the medical hardships of a cancer diagnosis and numerous other ailments. Seemingly unfazed by whatever curveballs life throws her, Lily is our little warrior. She is the Italian Greyhound that keeps on going!
Hendrix is my amazing four-year-old Great Dane-mix. He was diagnosed with Lymphoma last week and I've been grappling with the diagnosis ever since. They say that I found it early and could respond well to combination therapy. I've been looking into all of my options, including tons of fundraising, but nothing will help in the immediate future. Please help us, it would mean the world! Woof, woof from Frankie: PLEASE SEND YOUR DONATION TO FRANKIE'S FRIENDS TO HELP HENDRIX!
"You have given me the great chance and opportunity for more quality time with (11-year-old) Mabel and for that, I am eternally grateful. Each day (she got stronger), each day I (was so) aware of the blessings we have received. With … admiration for all you do for the animals and their human partners, Sincerely, (Mabel’s human partner)"
I am grateful to have this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation for you having afforded me the financial support for treating Sonny’s cancer.
(Five-month-old) Sonny had stopped eating and tumors were slowly growing in his shoulder areas and below the jawline. The cancer treatments brought back his appetite and slowed the growing process of his tumors.
Sonny was a very exceptional cat that was highly social and perceived people's emotions. During Sonny's last month on a trip to a friend's house he spent the time gravitating towards a friend with breast cancer. His high energy and playfulness he displayed when healthy was also attempted when he was at his lowest level of health. He continued to follow me throughout the apartment during my summer vacation. He was a constant companion as I watched tv throughout the day and curled around my neck as I slept throughout the night. He valiantly greeted me at the door, wagging his tail after I completed morning errands.
He became a showcase for the Frankie's Friends Foundation because of the many tourists and visitors that witnessed us interacting in Central Park. Many people assumed that I was a cat trainer because of the way Sonny was following me throughout the park and how he responded to me calling him when he strayed from me. The visitors were told that Sonny was being treated by the Frankie's Friends Foundation and I told them they could donate to help benefit animals suffering from cancer. Sonny's last great memory for me was the group of 16 teenagers visiting the park and who each held Sonny individually saying how they each would like to take him home with them.
I want to thank you for extending Sonny's life with your cancer treatments. Sonny truly taught me through his sufferings what unconditional love is.
Gable was rescued from a highly abusive home in New York City by a loving human on September 7, 2001. Having endured cigarette burns on his head and an ingrown collar deeply embedded in his throat, Gable seemed to sense he was safe at last. Four days later, disaster struck NYC, and his human companion lost many friends. Gable sensed her sadness and comforted her “endlessly,” she said. “It was as if fate delivered him to me.”
Through the ensuing years, the ups and downs, and the addition of a canine sister who also had been brutally abused, Gable remained steady. A true family unit had formed.
But in April 2009, as his human rubbed his chest while she pondered the reason why Gable wasn’t able to keep up at the dog park any longer, she felt lumps. A frantic visit to the veterinarian returned a diagnosis of lymphoma. Enveloped in sadness and desperation, Gable’s human brought him to a specialty hospital and decided she would do whatever it took to get him the care he needed. There, she found hope. To pay for his chemotherapy, however, other household bills went unpaid. Then Frankie’s Friends stepped in. Gable’s family qualified for financial assistance from the Zeus Varis Fund.
Done with regular chemotherapy, Gable now receives regular check-ups.
And he remains an example for what early intervention can do for dogs diagnosed with lymphoma.
Fire raged through Jeannie’s home in Florida on June 30, 2009, destroying everything and trapping her Great Dane, Dryfus. Jeannie and her children escaped without harm, but Dryfus did not. He suffered lung damage from the smoke and second and third degree burns over nearly 40 percent of his body - wounds that are very hard to recover from.
Dryfus was revived at the scene by firefighters, then rushed to a specialty hospital called BluePearl. With constant attention from the veterinary team, Dryfus underwent the slow and painful process of recovery from his burns. Dryfus refused to give up. Twenty-six days after being admitted to the hospital, Dryfus went home. He continues to thrive today.
Frankie’s Friends, BluePearl Veterinary Partners and all of the veterinarians in charge of his case took care of Dryfus’ bill and made sure he was able to go home to his loving family.
Monty is an adorable and energetic Italian Greyhound. He loves a spirited game of fetch with a tennis ball and would do almost anything for a bite of his favorite food, turkey. Monty is forever grateful to NYC Veterinary Specialists for their perfect repair of his fractured leg. He is good as new now and hopes his involvement with Frankie's Friends will help other dogs get great medical care.
Korben is a true comedian with his animated ears and zest for life. His favorite things are his "frizeby" which is code word for any toy, his walks, dragging rugs around the house and licking Dad's face before going to bed. He is quite the lizard catcher too and very proud of it. He always has to bring them inside to show and tell.
Lee Loo is miss sweet thing. She wouldn't dare sit down on the floor or a piece of furniture if there was a lap available to sit on. It wouldn't even matter whose lap it was. She also has the best internal food clock of any dog out there and does this great dance for her food, as if she hasn't eaten in a year.
Ollie Northrup is taking a break from various shenanigans to have his picture taken and to join Frankie's Friends.
Hey, Frankie, I just wanted to say "hi" from Syracuse, where all of us dogs and cats and other critters think you are doing nice work! Keep it up.
Woof, woof!
From Lexie Dole
Butchie Cardella sends his greetings to all of Frankie's Friends! Keep up the good work, Frankie.
Montague came to me in the wake of the loss of my beloved whippet George.
As a fairly shy guy, an Italian Greyhound, he abandoned his usual demeanor and attached himself to me, as if he sensed my grief. He has remained my constant shadow, a one-person dog. In short, he has saved me.
Dear Frankie: Have you ever seen anything as cute as this guy?
Rescued in 2004, he and his brother, P-Kitty, have given us love and attention nonstop since they set foot in our house. Perpetually hungry, he nevertheless remains his svelte self. Talkative, friendly, and innocent, Munchkin is a little confused about what species he really is – part cat, part dog, part human, part angel. We are so lucky he adopted us. You do great work, Frankie. Keep it up!
Your four-legged friends, Munchkin, P-Kitty, Gertrude, and Polly
