Title: Play With Me

Artist: Sheila Michael

Medium: Colored Pencil

Dimensions: 12.5" x 15.5"

Animal Depicted: Nandor the Relentless

When Nandor the Relentless first came to us in mid-September 2024, we thought his legs were broken. He couldn't walk, and his legs were super swollen. After being examined by our veterinarians, we found out that it was all due to a skin infection that was raging inside of him. He must have been suffering for months. His joints were weak, he had open sores on his legs, and he had severe inner ear issues causing vestibular disease which resulted in loss of balance, a head tilt, and disorientation. He couldn't stand up at all, but he leaned in for love. After just a few days of nourishment and medical attention, he began showing signs of significant improvement. He could walk again, and his spirits had been lifted.

Nandor spent 8 wonderful months in a foster home. At 14 years old, he was finally able to live the life he always dreamed of. Despite it all, our sweet Nandor passed away on May 8, 2025. His foster family kept him as comfortable as they could for the time that they had with him, and he passed peacefully, full of dignity, and surrounded by love. We will never forget you, Nandor the Relentless.

Status: Deceased

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