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EUCLID, Ohio - - An ignored senior cocker spaniel Bella Mabel was in "dreadful shape" when a good Samaritan discovered her wandering earlier this week.
After thorough grooming and care at Euclid Animal Shelter, and an excellent night's sleep, she was feeling "quite spry" on Friday early morning, animal activists said. But she has a long roadway ahead, with a "big" surgical treatment to remove a tumor and "suspicious" lumps discovered on her body.
The nonprofit is now looking for donations for the canine, who's believed to be 15 years old.
" The odor that came off her could clear a space - - it was instant and it was horrendous," reads a Friday Facebook post from a not-for-profit that supports the shelter. "Bella Mabel's ears were infested with numerous maggots, which had to be dug out one by one. Her tongue was hanging out, covered in fleas, and she remained in such rough shape."
Activists said her matted fur had fused to her skin and was embedded with sticks. Some of her teeth were decomposed. It took three hours and a moderate sedative to get her cleaned up.
She's now with a foster family, on medications and eating a special diet.
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The pet dog's surgery is expected to cost about $2,500, not including her continued care, stated a veterinary assistant. The nonprofit's fundraiser has actually generated about $1,300 up until now.
" We did not have the funds to handle Bella Mabel, however how could we have stated no? She gets so ecstatic to see people and immediately tries to kiss their faces," reads the post. "We could not turn our backs on her, now we need to request your assistance.
" Despite her age, we understand this gal has a chance at a good quality life ahead, for however long she has. After seeing that neglect, she is worthy of every possibility to be offered to her."
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