Fairfax Police Department K-9 Partner "BOSS" undergoing emergency surgery for fast-growing tumor
Marin Humane Society mobilizes to raise funds for German Shepherd's care
(NOVATO, CALIF., May 29, 2008) — Boss, one of two Marin County police working dogs, is undergoing emergency surgery today at Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin (PESCM) after doctors discovered a softball-size tumor on his spleen. The 8 year old German Shepherd was rushed to the emergency clinic during Wednesday training exercises after handler Officer Rhonda Tuscher noticed that dog’s abdomen appeared distended. Boss is an active member of the Marin Humane Society’s K9 Care program, which depends on private contributions to cover the cost of routine and emergency medical care for Marin service dogs. It’s expected that the fees for Boss’ medical care will exceed $4,000.
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The Marin Humane Society has proudly supported Marin County police, fire, search-and-rescue and coast guard agency dogs for 10 years through its K9 Care program. Since 1998, the program has offered assistance with routine veterinary care, emergency trauma care, specialist referrals, safety equipment and boarding for service dogs – all at no cost. Currently, 13 dogs are active in the program while two canines are in retirement.
Marin County's Police K-9 dogs are a valuable resource to law enforcement. Police K-9 dogs are used to track criminals and locate missing persons, search for explosives and narcotics, and pursue and apprehend, with minimum force, criminals fleeing the scene of a crime. Boss and Officer Tuscher train weekly to hone these skills.
“The success of the Marin Humane Society’s K9 Care program is based on community support and a strong partnership between MHS and county agencies”, says animal care director Kim Lanham-Snyder. “We are committed to supporting the care and rehabilitation of dogs like Boss. After all, these tail-wagging heroes put their lives on the line for us every day.”
Founded in 1907, The Marin Humane Society is a progressive, award-winning animal shelter, offering refuge and rehabilitation to nearly 8,000 animals each year through a variety of community services, including adoptions, foster care, behavior and training, humane education, lost and found pet services, low-cost clinics, and much more. For more information about the Marin Humane Society, visit MarinHumaneSociety.org. Rescue, rehabilitate & rehome.
CONTACT:
Carrie Harrington
Communications Manager
Marin Humane Society
(415) 506-6256
charrington@MarinHumaneSociety.org
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