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A Christmas Miracle for Thor

$6055raised of $5500 goal
110%

Organizer: Carol Falcetta Beneficiary: Arctic German Shepherd Rescue

Thor, a one yr old dog who came to the rescue in November with a locked jaw, something this pup has been dealing with for over 6 months. He has survived on his own by pushing little bits of food in...

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Thor, a one yr old dog who came to the rescue in November with a locked jaw, something this pup has been dealing with for over 6 months. He has survived on his own by pushing little bits of food in his mouth using his paw. He is a miracle dog for being able to survive under such harsh conditions. After looking for the best surgeon we could find, we found one 3,000 miles away in California. Here is what he said about Thor after reviewing his CT scan:

Thor probably had major head trauma and during the healing process his right TMJ joint fused. The maxilla (upper jaw) and mandible are effected. The right eye is being push forward, even the cranium is shifting the brain slightly. The condyectomy procedure I recommended should work well. The risk is anesthesia since intubation would be impossible. A temporary tracheotomy tube would be needed that can be removed once the surgery is completed. Would also need to have several teeth pulled one the jaw is freed. After the surgeon spoke to our Hospital Medical Director we got Our Plan...

- Once induced will place a temporary tracheotomy tube for general anesthesia.

- I estimate around 1 1/2 to 2 hours of surgery time. Would break down the bony attachment of the upper and lower jaw and then see if the TMJ joint are working properly. We may be able to save the joints but I get different opinion depending on the radiologist who evaluates the CT and will probably be a surgery time decision anyways.

- I anticipate being hospitalized for at-least three days, however, may be longer before a flight back to Alaska.

- Concerns/complication; My first is bleeding due to the large amount of blood supply. We will be checking the blood count post operative although I did not estimate for a blood transfusion as I am hopeful we will not need it. The jaw has been fused for a while and the lower jaw therefore did not develop correctly and may not function well PO but should be better than it is now. And finally the bones may refuse later if pain keeps Thor from moving the jaw post operative.

Our estimate without any discount would be around $5,000 to $6,000. I was able to get the entire procedure to $3,500 as long as complications do not develop

Even though our estimate is only $3,500 we still need to have Thor's foster mom down there, travel from Alaska for her and Thor, transportation while down there, meals and a place to stay. I also would like a little extra just in case things do not go as planned. If you are reading this and you cannot give, please pray for Thor, his surgeon and his foster mom! If all goes well and we have money left over it will go to Thor for his rehabilitation after surgery. We are looking for a Christmas Miracle can you help us?

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Supporters

Julie Argent
donated$10.00
Tuesday, January 01, 2013

Wishing Thor a speedy recovery!



Joyce Stanley
donated$10.00
Monday, December 31, 2012

From my GSD rescue to Thor.



Jodi Evans
donated$50.00
Monday, December 31, 2012

Every animal deserves a chance. Thank you Teresa for helping make this happen.



Stephanie Strysick
donated$20.00
Monday, December 31, 2012



Rhonda and Jim
donated$25.00
Monday, December 31, 2012

In loving memory of Attie....our lovable rescue.



Sachi Knight
donated$10.00
Sunday, December 30, 2012

Wishing all the best. xxx



Bogo's Mom
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 29, 2012

Saw Thor's story on the local news here in the Sacramento area. Can't believe people could be so cruel. We hope Thor has a speedy and full recovery. Much love from me and Bogo. (our little Maltese-mix!) Cathy Russell Captain, Sacramento Fire Department



Helen Delgado
donated$200.00
Saturday, December 29, 2012

Thank you so much for doing so a wonderful and caring job helping innocent animals



The Cline Family
donated$50.00
Friday, December 28, 2012

God bless Thor



Cortney Hagen
donated$20.00
Friday, December 28, 2012

Sending lots of love and positive thoughts from Las Vegas!



akemi
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 28, 2012

Good luck, Thor!



Kim Donovan
donated$10.00
Friday, December 28, 2012

Best wishes for a good recovery and rehab. This is such a blessing you are giving this beautiful dog and I am happy to be a small part of it.



Alyce Anderson
donated$149.00
Thursday, December 27, 2012

I'm not sure why this guy touched me more than any other dog in need, and unfortunately there are so many. I want him to have the best, and now, even though his goal is met, I hope people continue to donate so all the other dogs can keep getting the help they need. Maybe because I lost my "Thor" a year ago...who knows, maybe they do come back in some way shape or form....Good luck with everything and so glad Alaska Airlines is putting this sweet guy in the cabin!



Anonymous
donated$50.00
Thursday, December 27, 2012

Thank you for saving this beautiful pup! Thinking of you Thor!



Valerie Twombly
donated$5.00
Thursday, December 27, 2012

God bless the true angels of this world. Those who rescue.



Kathy F.
donated$25.00
Thursday, December 27, 2012

So happy to see all the donations! Good luck Thor - and thanks to Alaska Airlines - what a great airline to let him ride in the cabin! Sending good energy your way. :)



Holly
donated$50.00
Tuesday, December 25, 2012



Sue Wiseman
donated$10.00
Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Hope this helps!!



Lisa Maniscalco Brooks
donated$40.00
Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Dear Thor, Merry Christmas! My rescue dog Chunky was diagnosed with kidney cancer right after I adopted him. Like you I had many people who helped raise money to help me with his surgery. He lived in New York during 9/11. Chunky lived a year longer than he would have because people helped. You are blessed to have an awesome foster Mom & Carol to help you have a better life. Merry Christmas, Love Lisa



Bella & Georgie
donated$100.00
Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas, Thor. I hope you heal quickly but fully. With Love, Bella and Georgie (German Shepherd rescue dogs)



Jane Groscost
donated$100.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

Lets give him a chance : )



Rady Concrete Construction
donated$100.00
Monday, December 24, 2012



Shane and Elizabeth Albright
donated$10.00
Monday, December 24, 2012



sara and tyson
donated$5.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

good luck thor



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Monday, December 24, 2012

thank u so much for wat u do and ty for giveing my sister life agian pl not tell her i told u ok but thanku and merry chirstmas tu



Jill & Todd
donated$45.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

In loving memory of Jackie - a German Shepherd rescue that was the love of our lives. She would want Thor to be helped and loved the way that she was. Thank you to all the rescuers doing such important work! We are pulling for you buddy!



Snoopy
donated$25.00
Monday, December 24, 2012



karen vasquez
donated$20.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

merry christmas thor! hope and pray this helps you.



Amanda and Bryan McCracken
donated$20.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

Get better soon baby! We love you here in PA!



Judy Miller Bailey
donated$50.00
Monday, December 24, 2012



Mike, Karen and Thor Krause
donated$50.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

From one Thor and his family to another, get well soon!



Sondra Touris
donated$20.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

Sending positive thoughts and prayers to Thor!



Tammy
donated$55.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

I know it isn't a lot, Thor...but I hope it helps! Thanks foster mom & Artic GS!!!



Melanie
donated$15.00
Monday, December 24, 2012

Good Luck Thor... Love You will be praying everything goes well:))



Kathy Kramer
donated$15.00
Sunday, December 23, 2012



the edison pack
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012

this is what rescue is all about....



Michael Blackcloud
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012

Blessings on this sweet child! So sweet.



Nancy Swisher
donated$5.00
Sunday, December 23, 2012

I hope this helps! Wishing Thor a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!



The Casey Family
donated$10.00
Sunday, December 23, 2012

We will keep Thor in our prayers .......sweet boy



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012



Nancy Stone
donated$20.00
Sunday, December 23, 2012

Good luck Thor!



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012

Good luck!



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012



Linda
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012

Good Luck Thor



Felice Ciuffi
donated$25.00
Sunday, December 23, 2012

Good luck and God bless Thor and Merry Christmas!!!



In memory of my Dakota
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012

I pray Thor's surgery is successful!! Love the little buddy <3



Kari
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, December 23, 2012



Roni
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Sara Pacheco
donated$10.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Hugs!!!



K9 Guardians And Angels
donated$9.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Sending love and prayers from Florida to Thor, his foster mom Teresa and you Carol.



Jeannine
donated$15.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Hope the Christmas wish comes true... Paws crossed!



steph sitko
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

I wish I could give more, but this is all I got. Get better Thor



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Thinking of Thor.... and hoping for the best!



Greg & Natasha Solvason
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Mary Ann White
donated$10.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

I pray that Thor is completely healed. He is such a pretty dog.



Hunter Lankford
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



John & Sharon Brodzky
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

good luck Thor!



GSD Nala in MA
donated$35.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Merry Christmas Thor! Sending your prayers and good wishes!



Vicky, Jess & Charlotte
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Here's hoping Thor gets his Christmas miracle x



Lizzy D
donated$25.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

For Thor and his foster Mum. I hope everything works out for you xx



T Boardman
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Diane
donated$25.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

This is for Thor, he's a fighter, deserves a chance at a happy, normal as possible life, love u Thor! Hang in there!



Sammy & Sheena
donated$25.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Lyn Kinnaird
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

my friend made me discovered Thor story and here is a little contribution hope Christmas miracle will happen for him Lyn



Tiara Davies
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Get well soon you little darlin'



Hodges Family
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Merry Christmas to AGSR



All of us at Dynamic Painting
donated$325.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Boomer&Bailey
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Leigh Litz
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Fingers crossed that Thor's surgery will be without complication and a total success. You all are amazing people for helping these pups. Merry Christmas, Leigh & Thor (my 4 y/o GSD)



Ada & David Ring
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Wishing Thor a speedy recovery!



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Yan Lim
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Get well Thor, you deserve the best. The Lims, Yaya (spoiled GSD) and Becka (black lab) wish you a speedy recovery.



Frank & Dorothy Anzaldi
donated$100.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

We hope that you meet your goal, Thor is such a lucky boy to have people like you caring for him! We wish we could do more.



Kellie Donoghue
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Praying for Thor! What a beautiful dog!! Hope everything goes well!



Doug Harral
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Janice Clewes
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Saw Thor's story on Facebook..such an inspiration!! XO



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Hi Thor - Best luck to you. You deserve to have the best life you can and lots of people are in your corner. Hugs and nose pats... Cheers! Polly DeLange - given in loving memory of my good ol dog Zeus who found his way to the rainbow bridge November 7 2012.



Daisy
donated$100.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Thank you for being the person you are and for sharing what you do with the rest of us.



Piper, Dutchess, Angus, and Cash
donated$100.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Good Luck Thor!!!!



Anonymous
donated$25.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Kathleen Gogerty
donated$20.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Laura L. Rodrick
donated$25.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Merry Christmas to Thor. I hope this surgery goes better than expected and more. I'm positive God will bless Thor for a normal life after this. Love, hugs, prayers, kisses, and blessings to Thor.



Louise
donated$5.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

Hoping for that Christmas miracle!! Xxx



Tara & Justin Swanson
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012



Joy & Steve Koltenuk
donated$25.00
Saturday, December 22, 2012

We pray this small donation will help to pay for Thor's surgery and have him better than ever, able to eat like normal, in no time at all. Steve's first dog was named Thor, part shepherd, collie, and terror - looked like a wolf - and he was a great companion for 18 1/2 years. We hope your Thor has a very long, happy, healthy, life too!!



KC
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Chuck Winser
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck Thor! Ri (my GSD) and me are praying for your miracle.



Kim
donated$40.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

With much love for dear Thor.



LuAnn Ostrander
donated$25.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Cannot tell you how much I'm praying for a normal life for our boy...........



Megan Wilder
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

I hope this beautiful boy gets his Christmas wish.



Elwood and Jake Legare
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Hang in there brother!



Jodi, Ralph & Sidrah
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Mueller Family
donated$25.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Amy
donated$200.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Marty Dolley
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Hi I am Marty a White Shephard in Australia. Please let Thor know we are thinking of him Love Marty



Robinette's
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012



Beverly Scritchfield
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

God Bless and call of help is needed @Davis 530-966-0237.A huge hug for Thor!



Ed Augenstein
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



GSD Maximus Barnes & his kid, Cailum
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012



Mechelle
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

<3 from Australia



Tazer & Macey
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012



reisa
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck, Thor!



alyce Anderson
donated$100.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Melanie Sward
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck Thor. I am rooting for you!



Barbara Moran
donated$100.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

My dog just had leg surgery so I know the cost is heavy. Would love to meet Thor and give him xxx! After this is all done, who will keep him for the rest of his life? Prayers for Thor that he heals and gets to be a very happy dog. Also to all that have been taking such good care of him.



Romeo, Sweetie Girl, and Winston
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

we will keep thor in our prayers for a speedy recovery!



Linda Morgan
donated$250.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Thank you for taking on such a big job! In my prayers!



Joy Harris
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

God Speed to Thor and his protectors :) TY



Megan S. Chin, DDS
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck and prayers go out to Thor and the people who are willing to help this poor pup!!



Deb & Diamond
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

Happy Holidays Thor and his caregivers, Best of Luck for your upcoming surgery, prayers for you, hang in there, kisses from Dia and me. xoxo



StacyB
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

I so hope this all works out for Thor he deserves a normal life.....prayres



Jim Mahnke
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Virginia Sarrazin
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck Thor :)



Petra McKercher
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck!!



Erik Coddens
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Thank you for helping this dog!



Marcia Eveleigh
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012



Dianne
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Prayers for Thor, his foster mom and surgeon. Let's make this happen!



Beth Parent
donated$25.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Praying for successful surgery with a quick and full recovery! God bless Thor, his foster mom and the vet and the vet's staff.



Simon Fulton
donated$40.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good luck Thor, god willing you will have a successful and speedy recovery.



Chad and Jen Demro
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

God Bless you, Thor!



Alyse
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

Wishing you a brighter future, Thor.



Jocelyn & Kayli
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Hoping for a successful surgery, Thor! We are pulling for you!



Detrick Family including our Bentley
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Prayers!



Anonymous
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

Such a courageous, ingenious dog. Hope his surgery happens and is a success.



Mary Craig
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

This isn't much, but I hope it helps.



Princess
donated$100.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Princess hopes Thor gets better!!



Waynell b. Anderson
donated$100.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

My prayers are for Thor.



Rusty Miller
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

dakota, Tank, and Shadow want you to hang in there and be brave. We send you puppy get well wishes and kisses. PS thank you to your humanoids for taking good care of you



Gina
donated$25.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

I wish I could do more! I know you will make your goal and Thor will be feeling better in no time. Good luck buddy!!



Jackson & Bruno
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



SGT. SlobberBone
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

Good Luck Thor, Happy Holidays & Have a Great New Year....



Troy
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Trick Percussion Products
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Dedra LaSauce
donated$50.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

I know it's not much, but I hope it helps.Thor is a beautiful boy with such a strong spirit. My prayers are with you guys. Give him hugs from me and the fur babies Miller, Mallow, Mister, Chase, Cotton, Spitfire, Ariel, Sam and last but not least my GSD Jake, (he send big hugs to his brother GSD). Keep us posted.



Caroline
donated$5.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



Jen Strain
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Thor ~ I wish you the best in your surgery and recovery! You are a beautiful boy and never deserved this treatment. With all of us to help you, you'll be back to good as new before you know it ;) Good Luck, Thor from Des Moines, Iowa!!



Linda Hassen
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012



Carolyn
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Wish I could give more, but this is better than nothing! Prayers and love for Thor.



Sarah Johnson and Baker
donated$25.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

Merry Christmas Thor!



Dawn M Durkee-Pinson
donated$10.00
Friday, December 21, 2012



therese robert
donated$20.00
Friday, December 21, 2012

It's not a lot but as i have 3 rescues already in my house and some medical bills on my own that is what i can give hopefully it will help a bit . I am a new follower of your rescue and do believe that Thor will have a better life the one he deserve because of an Organization like yours . In behalf of my Canadian pack Lexi GSD ,Bennie Dachshund and Charlie Cheweenie hang in there little Thor we are praying for you . Merry Christmas to all of you out there 2 legs friends and 4 legs friends too Therese R



Rosette Furby
donatedHidden Amount
Friday, December 21, 2012

I hope Thor's surgery is a success and he lives a long, healthy life. Love you Thor.

Comments


Rebecca Couture
Merry Christmas Thor and foster mom! Everyone is pulling for you beautiful boy. God bless everyone that helped make Thor's second chance possible. It never ceases to amaze me how many loving souls are out there willing to help these wonderful animals.

donna edison
God bless this boy and his caretakers...this is what rescue is all about...

THORS FOSTER MOM AND THOR
BIG THANK YOU TO ALL...I HAVE NOT SEEN ANY ONE THOR DID NOT THINK HE KNEW, HE LOVES EVERYONE AND EVERY THING... (EXCEPT THE WARDEN LOL)I KNOW IF HE HAD THE CHANCE HE WOULD LOVE YOU ALL UP AND TELL YOU THANKS FOR HIS SECOND CHANCE AND HE WOULD PROMISE TO BE A GOOD DOG NO MATTER WHAT....HE IS A SUPER GUY.THANK YOU

K9 Guardians And Angels
A Faithful Dog Will Play With You And Laugh With You -Or Cry- He'll Gladly Starve To Stay With You Nor Ever Reason Why, And When You're Feeling Out Of Sorts Somehow He'll Understand He'll Watch You With His Shining Eyes And Try To Lick Your Hand. His Blind, Implicit Faith In You Is Matched By His Great Love - The Kind That All Of Us Should Have In The Master, Up Above. When Everything Is Said And Done I Guess This Isn't Odd For When You Spell "Dog" Backwards You Get The Name Of God.

Thor and Teresa
As Thor eats his morning eggs fish and a few herbs i try to tell him to look at what people are doing for him.he tries to lick my face and his best thing to do to me is just climb on the couch and lay on me .i think he is trying to say thank you to all.i wish you all could meet him he has made my life a better life.THANK YOU

Deb and Diamond Seaward
Been following this pup since the beginning, will post to my site again for donations and I shall donate also, pay it forward I say. Best to Thor and his caregivers, prayers for you Thor hugs and kisses.

genea hopingardner
Have been watching his story on face book as soon as i get a chance i pledge to donate. Every animal deserves a chance.

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