The Weimaraner had significant difficulty walking and moving because of the large size and weight of the tumor he had. It was an immense challenge for him to even cover short distances, and the burden he carried seemed overwhelmingly heavy for his weakened body.
His name was Gilbert Grape, although it remains uncertain how he managed to survive for such a prolonged period without receiving any medical attention.
He received painkillers, antibiotics, and an intravenous catheter. A medical procedure using ultrasound was done, and his blood and urine were examined. He also needed a blood transfusion. The veterinarians were contacted to discuss the tumor after it was received. Making a decision was difficult. Tickled Pink didn’t want to make Gilbert suffer, so they had the choice between performing surgery or euthanizing him with compassion.
Thanks to the charity efforts of Tickled Pink Weimaraner Rescue Center, Gilbert underwent life-saving surgery, which cost £4,300. A year later, Gilbert is shining with his new owner, Scott Roberts, after having the 12-pound tumor removed.
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It took him a while to recover his strength because he lost a significant amount of muscle while trying to compensate for the sudden growth.
In this area, there is a program that allows approved and nationally recognized retreats to accept animals under medical clearance; however, the policy at the local stray animal shelter is to hold the animal for 72 hours without evaluation, giving the owner a chance to come forward and claim it.
Gilbert’s condition drastically improved after undergoing surgery to remove the tumor. Throughout his life-changing treatment, he relied on blood transfusions and an intravenous catheter to stay alive.
Before being adopted, Gilbert underwent several months of physical therapy to help him regain the muscle mass he had lost.
Scott ultimately decided to adopt the courageous grey dog and provide him with a loving home so that he could move forward with his life.
