Update on Blossom Joy

December 23, 1009

by Wayne Geiger and Lynda Amaral

Blossom when she arrived.
Blossom today. Blossom today (no plastic surgery costs, honest).

You may remember the original story in our summer 2009 newsletter about Blossom Joy written by Wayne:

We took in a little goat, Blossom Joy, that had been attacked by dogs. Originally, there were three goats. One died, one was sold by the owner, and one was injured. We took the little injured goat to a foster home that could give her injuries constant attention, and I am happy to say, it looks like the foster home is going to adopt her.

Our vet indicated she might not survive, but, so far, she has been a trooper and is doing very well. Her injuries include deep lacerations down to the bone, sloughing of infected skin and fly strike. In the photo she is wearing a t-shirt to keep the flies away from her injuries.

Here's an update by Lynda Amaral (also available in our winter 2009-10 newsletter):

The little goat, Blossom Joy, who was rescued in July after being brutally attacked by dogs, is living happily in her new home and doing extremely well.

Although the vet originally thought she might not survive her injuries, her wounds are almost completely healed, and she is putting on weight
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Blossom is happy, looking for a playmate and enjoys frolicking with the sheep who share the pasture. Special thanks go out to the Molly Medical Fund for covering the medical expenses during her recuperation.