W e worried that Banjo was a hopeless case when he first came to us after having been struck by a vehicle. Paralysed from the waist down and in a lot of pain, he was also a distemper survivor, which had left him with neurological issues and a weakened immune system. However, we vow to always give rescued animals the very best chance of recovery, so we began treating him for his spinal injury and gave him nutritious food with added supplements. While Banjo never regained the use of his hind legs, his overall health improved in leaps and bounds, and he was soon able to enjoy time out of his kennel on a set of walking wheels, and was soon transferred to a section of the ABC and Rescue Centre reserved for dogs with reduced mobility.
Around mid-August 2024, old man Banjo developed a maggot wound on one of his hind limbs for which he underwent treatment. Despite the discomfort, Banjo stayed happy and content. On the 4th of September, he developed edema on the limb which had the wound and later we noticed the same on the other hind limb as well. A blood test revealed severe anemia for which we commenced treatment; however, his condition deteriorated, and he passed away on the 7th. An adorable soul, his memories will remain evergreen. Rest in power, Banjo!
Sponsor history
Visalatchi Ramgopal from July 2024 until Banjo's death in September 2024
