Summary
A stray dog named Kayla received medical treatment at a Wisconsin animal shelter after her owner declined to reclaim her. After tests, Kayla was found to have Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and a urinary tract infection. The shelter is treating her and plans to make her available for adoption once she recovers.
Key Facts
- Kayla, a 3-year-old cattle dog mix, was found as a stray and taken to a shelter in Wisconsin.
- Her original owner did not want to take her back, describing her as "too much of a hassle."
- Initially, the shelter could not perform medical procedures because of a mandatory waiting period.
- After the hold expired, tests showed Kayla needed treatment for Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and a urinary tract infection.
- Lyme disease and anaplasmosis are infections spread by ticks and are treatable with antibiotics.
- Kayla is currently receiving medical care and is expected to be ready for adoption after her treatment.
- The shelter mentions she is making progress emotionally, slowly becoming more open and less shy.
