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✨ PLEASE MEET MOONCALF &mdash; OUR NEWEST FANTASTIC BEAST ✨
Mooncalf is approximately 12 years old, and this tiny senior girl has already endured far more than she ever should have.
When she came into Umbrella of Hope Rescue, her diabetes was completely uncontrolled. Her blood glucose was so high that it was literally beyond the range the equipment could measure.
She will need insulin injections under the skin twice daily for the rest of her life.
Unfortunately, diabetes is only part of her medical story.
Mooncalf also has KCS (dry eye) affecting both eyes. This is a painful condition that requires specialized prescription eye medication twice daily to keep her comfortable and help protect her vision.
Her skin is also in terrible condition, as you can see in her photos, and we are working to determine the underlying causes and get her comfortable again.
She also has a mammary mass along with several other age-related medical concerns that still need evaluation and treatment.
And yet, somehow, Mooncalf remains incredibly sweet.
She is gentle. She is trusting. She still wants affection.
She has every reason in the world to be angry at what life has handed her, and instead she simply seems grateful that someone is finally taking care of her.
We are committed to giving Mooncalf the medical care she needs and the comfortable senior life she deserves.
But chronic illness is expensive.
Insulin.
Syringes.
Prescription eye medications.
Blood glucose monitoring.
Diagnostics.
Veterinary visits.
Skin treatment.
Evaluation of her mammary mass.
And whatever else we uncover as we continue working through years of neglected medical needs.
This is exactly why rescue takes a village.
If you can help Mooncalf, even a small donation makes a difference.
WAYS TO DONATE:
 Check or money order:Umbrella of Hope4040 Railroad AvePittsburg, CA 94565
 Venmo:@Umbrellaof-HopeResuce
 PayPal:beourpet@gmail.com
 Zelle:beourpet@gmail.com
Mooncalf did not get to choose the body she grew old in or the medical problems she developed.
But we can choose what happens next.
We can make sure her golden years are filled with comfort, proper medical care, good food, soft beds, and people who believe an elderly diabetic dog is still absolutely worth saving.
Please help us give Mooncalf the life she deserves. ❤️
Thank you for being part of her journey.
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GENERAL INFO: &nbsp;
Housebroken?: Yes, we think so
Crate Trained?: Yes
Leash Trained?: Yes
Rides Well in Car?: Yes
Non-Shedding?: Most likely
Good with cats?:&nbsp; Unknown but we think so
Good with dogs?: Yes
Qualifies for&nbsp;Seniors for Seniors?: yes
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 5
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run,&nbsp;non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals&nbsp;from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.&nbsp;
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.&nbsp;
Adoptions to veterans of the US Armed Services are&nbsp;ALWAYS free&nbsp;to thank you for your service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a&nbsp;special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

*Mooncalf Beast -- DIABETES

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Meet Mrs. Karen Patricia Green
Mrs. Karen Patricia Green is approximately 5 years old, 7 pounds, and a beautiful tabby with striking emerald-green eyes.
We named her Karen because, frankly, she looks like one.
She has the face of a woman who would like to speak to your manager, but underneath that judgmental little expression is a quiet, increasingly affectionate cat who is learning to trust more every day.
Karen spent her entire first day in foster care hiding. Since then, she has made steady progress and now follows her foster around the house&mdash;especially when food is involved. In fact, if Karen thinks dinner might be happening, she has a habit of repeatedly weaving directly in front of your feet, so consider this your official trip-hazard warning.
She is quiet, observant, and not especially demanding. She enjoys short petting sessions and is beginning to seek out more attention, although she is not yet comfortable being picked up or sitting on a lap. We are continuing to work on that at her pace.
Karen uses the litter box reliably, eats well, and is unfazed by the resident cat&rsquo;s occasional growling. She will hop onto tables or counters, but she gets down when corrected.
She is not a wildly playful cat, at least not during business hours. She has been seen chasing a ball around the room, loves a string-on-a-stick toy, and we suspect some of her more adventurous behavior happens after everyone else has gone to bed.
More recently, Karen has started spending time watching the world through the sliding glass doors, taking in all the neighborhood activity like the tiny judgmental homeowner she clearly believes herself to be.
Karen would likely do best in a calmer home with someone who is willing to let her continue building trust at her own pace. She is not a cat who wants to be scooped up and immediately smothered with affection, but she is absolutely showing us that she wants companionship and connection.
If you appreciate cats with boundaries, personality, excellent resting-bitch-face energy, and the potential to become a very loyal little shadow, Mrs. Karen Patricia Green may be your girl.
Please email beourpet@gmail.com with questions or to learn more about Karen.
GENERAL INFO: &nbsp;
Housebroken?: Yes
Non-Shedding?: No
Good with cats?: Yes, we think so
Good with dogs?: Unknown but likely fine with calm, cat-friendly dog and additional adjustment time
Qualifies for&nbsp;Seniors for Seniors?: yes
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 10
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run,&nbsp;non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals&nbsp;from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.&nbsp;
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.&nbsp;
Adoptions to veterans of the US Armed Services are&nbsp;ALWAYS free&nbsp;to thank you for your service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a&nbsp;special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mrs Karen Patricia Green

Meet Emerald Green&nbsp;
Emerald is an approximately 10-year-old, 10-pound Chihuahua who has already survived more than most dogs ever should.
When his owner went to the hospital and never returned, Emerald was left behind inside the home. He survived there on his own for nearly a month before out-of-state family arrived to manage the property and discovered him.
They did not even know she had a dog.
There were no records. No one knew his name. No one knew his history. What they did know was that he was terrified.
The shelters were closed that day, the family was preparing to return home, and they brought Emerald to our veterinarian after being told repeatedly that euthanasia might be the only option.
Our veterinarian said absolutely not.
She called us.
And Emerald became an Umbrella of Hope dog.
At first, Emerald was deeply traumatized by everything around him. New people, sudden movements, unfamiliar places and even normal household activity could send him into panic. He is still cautious, but he is making real progress.
He recently attended an adoption event and did GREAT.
That was a huge milestone for a dog who once believed the entire world was dangerous.
Emerald has also shown us something very important: once he decides someone is safe, he is capable of forming a very strong bond. He seeks comfort from the people he trusts and clearly enjoys having a person nearby. When that person leaves the room, he may even sing a few dramatic little Chihuahua songs in protest.
Despite being around 10 years old, Emerald apparently did not receive the memo that he is a senior.
This little man can RUN.
He is fast, agile and fully capable of turning &ldquo;come here&rdquo; into an Olympic-level event if he is feeling playful.
Emerald is in good health for his age and is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and free of parasites.
Because the outside world can still feel intimidating, he may initially have some potty accidents while learning the routine and understanding that a new home is truly his home. He needs a family willing to give him structure without pressure and patience without expectations.
Emerald does not need someone to &ldquo;fix&rdquo; him.
He needs someone willing to let him unfold.
Someone who understands that trust may come slowly, but when it comes, it is incredibly meaningful.
His ideal adopter will give him time to observe, decompress and decide for himself that he is safe. He may never be the dog who runs into a stranger&rsquo;s arms five minutes after meeting them, and that is perfectly okay.
What he can become is deeply devoted to the person who earns his trust.
Emerald lost everything he knew without understanding why. He survived alone. He was almost written off before anyone had the chance to learn who he really was.
Now he just needs someone willing to give him the final piece of his story:
A home where nobody leaves him behind again.
Please don&rsquo;t overlook an older boy because he needs a little extra time.
Sometimes the most frightened hearts have the most love left to give.&nbsp;
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GENERAL INFO:&nbsp;&nbsp;
Housebroken?: Yes, we think so
Crate Trained?: Unknown
Leash Trained?: Yes
Rides Well in Car?: Yes
Non-Shedding?: No
Good with cats?: Unknown
Good with dogs?: Yes
Qualifies for&nbsp;Seniors for Seniors?:&nbsp;Yes
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 5
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run,&nbsp;non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals&nbsp;from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.&nbsp;
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.&nbsp;
Adoptions to veterans of the US Armed Services are&nbsp;ALWAYS free&nbsp;to thank you for your service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a&nbsp;special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

*Emerald Green

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COMING SOON!
This 35 lb bowling ball 2-3 yr old Frenchie we&rsquo;ve named &ldquo;Inchworm&rdquo; wants you to know he has that blue-dog-Frenchie itchy skin &mdash; if you listen really closely you can hear him tell you &ldquo;my back itches!!!&rdquo;
He&rsquo;s being treated for dry, flaky itchy skin and hairloss on his back near his tail
We expect him to be available for adoption soon and would like him to go to a home who either has experience with itchy dogs and keeping them itch free OR someone who can show us they have researched and have allllllllll the resources to manage a dog with itchy skin
Frenchies are known for being genetic dumpster fires and he will be looking for a home that can afford his future medical care without question. His only known issue is his dry, itchy skin but this breed can absolutely require more vet care than the average dog
He&rsquo;s a bull(dog)-in-a-china-shop personality and seems to mean no harm but we&rsquo;d really like him to meet all human and dog family members because his nicknames are CRASH and BULLDOZER and he&rsquo;s a solid TUB of a dog. (He has not been cat-tested but would likely run over them)
(Like he&rsquo;s probably fine with more solidly built children if they like being bowling pins as a hobby  He means no harm)
We recommend him for other bowling-ball type dogs or solid dogs who are bigger than him
He&rsquo;s fostered in the Sacramento area and will be entertaining suitors in a few weeks &mdash; beourpet@gmail.com
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GENERAL INFO: &nbsp;
Housebroken?: Yes, we think so
Crate Trained?: Yes
Leash Trained?: Yes
Rides Well in Car?: Yes
Non-Shedding?: No
Good with cats?: Unknown
Good with dogs?: Yes
Qualifies for&nbsp;Seniors for Seniors?: no, regular adoption fee applies
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 5
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run,&nbsp;non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals&nbsp;from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.&nbsp;
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.&nbsp;
Adoptions to veterans of the US Armed Services are&nbsp;ALWAYS free&nbsp;to thank you for your service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a&nbsp;special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

*Inchworm GREEN

Meet PERIDOT 
Peridot is an approximately 7-year-old, 12-pound mixed-breed girl&mdash;possibly a Dachshund/Poodle mix&mdash;who is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and free of parasites.
She also happens to be one of those dogs who makes it very easy to fall in love.Peridot is sweet, affectionate, easygoing, and happiest when she is close to her person. Her tail seems to have only one setting: wagging. Mornings are her favorite because that means she gets to see her people again, and she greets them with the happiest little wiggles.
She is potty trained, crate trained, and a very fast learner. She sleeps peacefully through the night and has shown no food aggression. She gets along well with other small dogs, but given the choice, Peridot would probably rather be curled up next to her human on the couch watching TV.
Peridot does have a medical condition that her future family should understand. She has been diagnosed with low-grade mammary adenocarcinoma, a type of cancer affecting the mammary glands. Her veterinarian estimates that she may have another 1&ndash;5 years, although every dog's journey is different. Her mammary glands and any changes in her masses will need continued monitoring so that her comfort and quality of life remain the priority. Umbrella of Hope is committed to Peridot's well-being and will cover the cost of euthanasia when the time comes and it is no longer kind to ask her to stay. She deserves to live out her days surrounded by love, comfort, and all the good things life has to offer.
And Peridot?
She is still her same happy, loving little self.
She wants to go for walks, snuggle up with her favorite people, collect all the treats, and enjoy the simple pleasures of being someone's beloved little dog. Her diagnosis hasn't changed her sunny personality or her desire to be part of a family.
Peridot would be a wonderful match for someone looking for a devoted little companion who enjoys a predictable routine, gets along with other small dogs, has excellent house manners, and thinks the best seat in the house is the one directly beside you.
Adopting Peridot means opening your heart to a dog whose future may be uncertain&mdash;but whose capacity to love is not. She doesn't need someone to feel sorry for her. She needs someone who sees the happy, affectionate little girl she is today and wants to make her days as wonderful as possible.
There are walks to take, cuddles to share, treats to enjoy, and so much love still to give.Peridot is waiting for someone to look at her and say, &ldquo;That's my girl.&rdquo; 
GENERAL INFO: &nbsp;
Housebroken?: Yes, we think so
Crate Trained?: Yes
Leash Trained?: Yes
Rides Well in Car?: Yes
Non-Shedding?: No but lower shed
Good with cats?: Unknown&nbsp;
Good with dogs?: Yes, small dogs
Qualifies for&nbsp;Seniors for Seniors?: Yes
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 5
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run,&nbsp;non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals&nbsp;from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.&nbsp;
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.&nbsp;
Adoptions to veterans of the US Armed Services are&nbsp;ALWAYS free&nbsp;to thank you for your service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a&nbsp;special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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*Mooncalf Beast -- DIABETES

Mrs Karen Patricia Green

*Emerald Green

*Inchworm GREEN

*Peridot GREEN

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