Nova, a retired police dog, celebrated her ninth Christmas with her family after a serious health scare. She was diagnosed with acute hepatitis and required extensive treatment.
A retired police dog named Nova , who spent seven years catching criminals in Scotland, celebrated her ninth Christmas with her family after a scary health scare. Nova , a Belgian Malinois, started to decline rapidly in November and was diagnosed with acute hepatitis . Her owner, Heather Potter, feared she wouldn't make it through another Christmas . Nova needed extensive treatment and a nine-day stay at a veterinary hospital.
The cost of her care was a concern for Heather, so she contacted the National Foundation for Retired Service Animals charity for help. The charity awarded Heather a grant to cover 90% of Nova's vet bills, totaling over £4,200. Nova's story highlights the challenges faced by owners of retired service animals and the vital role charities like the National Foundation for Retired Service Animals play in supporting these deserving animals
Retired Police Dog Nova Acute Hepatitis Charity Christmas
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