vaca
Was Killed on Oct 22, 2025
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vaca
Breed:Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler
Profile:Medium size young adult female
***DEADLINE- MUST EXIT SHELTER BY TUES 10/21 @ 5pm***

Vaca has a broken shoulder and will need advanced ongoing medical care. She needs a dedicated adopter or rescue. Can you help Vaca? Transferdas@rivco.org

STAFF OBSERVATIONS

10/09/25 17:40 Pet wasn't able to walk very good considering her condition. Did let me pet when coaxed. Pet bit through 5 leashes while trying to impound.

MEDICAL NOTES

10/09/25 18:00 neg scan, QAR, appears to be lame on the left front leg, some road rash noted on the left shoulder and elbow. Placing on dr review for further rx/tx, needs xrays when time permits, possible clip and clean. Admin: D+B+V+simabdol+ rimadyl+ pen g inj. Rx: eflex, rimadyl and simdadol per protocol.

10/10/25 08:51 QAR, no willing to move, tick infested, not eating overnight, no urination and defecation.

10/10/25 12:36 not willing to walk RAD : left shoulder socket seems broken with mild to moderate displacement Rx) Gabapentin 300mg : 1 cap PO BID for 20 days plan) continue with current rxs (esp. gabapentin, simbadol - extend as needed until rescue) contact Rescue ASAP for proper orthopedic tx.

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Description: I am a female, 48.50 lbs, white and black Australian Cattle Dog.
Age: The shelter staff think I am about 2 years old.
More Info: I have been at the shelter since Oct 09, 2025.
I am an at risk animal. Please contact the shelter for more information.

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