Tessie is a 4 year old Pointer mix who has recently come to the shelter because her family could no longer care for her.

Tessie has Addison's Disease (the same disease that President John F. Kennedy had) and is being treated with a regimen of medications. She will need to be on these medications for the rest of her life. One of these medications costs about $100.00 each time she receives it and she also needs regular blood work to keep her dosage adjusted properly. Right now she gets the medication every 6 weeks. The cost of her medications will have huge impact on the shelter's budget, but we will do whatever is needed to keep her healthy.

If you would like to make a donation, small or large, it can be sent to BBDS, 1014 Pearl St., Brockton, MA 02301. Please note that the donation is for Tessie.