International Epilepsy Day


My beloved Gibson Always and forever.


Today is International Epilepsy Day. For us here at the FiveSibes, it is a day to pay tribute to Epi-dogs and Epi-angels, true warrior dogs who inspire(d) us with their love and zest for life as they live with Canine Epilepsy. To read more about this and my inspirational Epi-angel Gibson, please check out my post HERE. 


For important Canine Epilepsy resources and information, please check out my books at ArcticHouse Publishing (with a link to Amazon.) 


A portion of sales from both books is donated through my #LiveGibStrong campaign to the Canine Epilepsy Resources/Epil-K9 Foundation's "Emma's Seizure Fund" through the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine Neurology Department.

I also want to remind folks that House Woof Dog Biscuits formulated a special wholesome treat specifically created for the canine epileptic and named "Gibbie Snacks" after my boy. House Woof donates $1 per bag of Gibbie Snacks sold to The Wally Foundation-Canine Epilepsy (TWF). TWF offers possible financial assistance for much-needed Epi-medications to families of dogs diagnosed with idiopathic Canine Epilepsy. Order through HouseWolfDogBiscuits.com!
 
***Adoptable Epi-Husky*** 


Meet handsome "Gaiga"
 
Gaiga is "good with female dogs only. Good with kids and adults. *Not* good with cats. Personality is low energy, very submissive. Gaiga has been neutered, has current vaccines and is on medication for seizures." 
 
Gaiga is currently *at high risk* of euthanasia!



According to RescueMe.org, "Gaiga is very friendly and affection, loves company, 8 years old, taking preventing seizure medication 2x day, loves walks but loves to chill with you. Must move him because of the landlord. Will need to find a foster home tomorrow or a non-kill shelter that has availability until I find him a home. Please help."
 
Gaiga is located in New York. 
Please contact Maria at: 646-625-9240.

Please remember, Epi-dogs are amazing and have lots of love to give. Being sure go keep them on a strict medication schedule is key. Need info on Canine Epilepsy? Feel free to contact me!
 Won't you consider adopting Gaia? 



 

Comments

  1. Hailey and Zaphod and their LadyFebruary 14, 2017 at 6:00 AM

    Thank you for bringing attention to a very important disease. Happy Valentine's Day.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Brian's Home BlogFebruary 14, 2017 at 2:38 PM

    I love how you fight the evil disease. Happy Valentine's Day from all of us.

    ReplyDelete

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