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Cocoa arrived at the shelter in May after being surrendered from a nearby community. Tangled in a running line for days after a fire near his home, he came in with a swollen, infected leg and a grim prognosis. Vets initially feared the limb was unsalvageable due to a lack of blood flow, and an amputation was scheduled.
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But in a turn few expected, his condition began to improve. Swelling reduced, new skin began to form, and the leg showed signs of recovery. The amputation was called off.
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Much of the $6,000 raised came through direct donations and an online auction organized by volunteer Chelsea Dumais. Shared widely in local groups, the event featured pet supplies, gift cards and services, and drew strong community support.
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Meanwhile, if Cocoa's progress continues, he should be ready for adoption in about six weeks.
Overall, the shelter itself is in a much-improved position this year. Ouellet said cat numbers have dropped to around 40 from 250 this time last year, and dog numbers are also down, with just 17 currently in care compared to 53 last August.
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With fewer puppies on site, older dogs are also receiving more attention and being adopted more often.
