100% of your donation goes towards the rescue & medical care of needy dogs.

Some of the dogs we rescue have severe illnesses or other serious medical issues that are much more costly than the money brought in by adoption fees. To help nurse these dogs through their medical needs so that they can eventually become healthy and adoptable, we must find sponsors to help with the costs. Please read their stories and consider becoming an angel that these Rat Terriers so desperately need. Canine Clinic Donors are listed on our Donor Recognition Board with donations of $50 or greater denoted by our clinic icon . Also, please pay a visit to our Heartworm Library to learn about Ratties needing Heartworm Treatment.

NOTE: In the event that donation amounts are raised in excess of the required vetting for any particular clinic dog, the overage will be used to assist other current or future New Rattitude clinic dogs. All clinic funds stay within the clinic specifically for dogs with special financial health needs.



Kuma - Spinal Trauma
9-year old Kuma comes from an abusive situation. He is having problems with his neck and cannot turn his head to the right side, probably as a result of head or neck trauma. He's very fearful if something comes up on his right side, and cannot lift his head to see what might be over him. Kuma needs a radiograph of his neck, blood work, pain medication, and surgery on his teeth, at an estimated cost of $300 to $500. Under the loving care of his foster parents, Kuma is slowly learning to trust humans again. Addressing his pain issues will surely help him in his journey.


Last updated 07/18/10
You can make a Paypal donation to sponsor Kuma by clicking the Sponsor button. If you prefer, you can also mail a check or money order to:
      New Rattitude, Inc.
      P.O. Box 14064
      Lansing, MI 48901
Please be sure to write "Sponsor Kuma" in the note field of your check. THANK YOU!




Charlie - Shattered Leg
Charlie was was a lonely little boy who lived outdoors but would dig out of his yard in search of human companionship. Just before Christmas, he was found after having been hit by a car, with severe road rash injuries to both legs and his abdomen. His owners were contacted but chose not to reclaim him because they couldn't afford to pay for his care. Lucky for Charlie, he found his way to New Rattitude. After a couple weeks in a temporary foster home in Texas, he was finally well enough to fly to his permanent foster home in Florida. His new vet found that in addition to his road rash, his left rear leg had been badly smashed. Orthopaedic surgery would be needed to fix it and to a badly injured toe and dew claw. Charlie's diagnostics, surgery, and follow up care are estimated to cost $2500.

Last updated 07/18/10
You can make a Paypal donation to sponsor Charlie by clicking the Sponsor button. If you prefer, you can also mail a check or money order to:
      New Rattitude, Inc.
      P.O. Box 14064
      Lansing, MI 48901
Please be sure to write "Sponsor Charlie" in the note field of your check. THANK YOU!




Claire - Diabetic Cataracts in Both Eyes
Claire came into rescue in July 2009 in a state of near starvation, diagnosed with kennel cough, diabetes, and Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI). For two weeks, she walked the fine line between life and death while receiving IV fluids, antibiotics, insulin, and porcine enzymes to treat her EPI. While the EPI was quickly controlled, months of trial and error ensued before finding the right combination of food an insulin to get Claire's little body back to normal. Seven months later, thanks to the combined efforts and donations from supporters all over the country, Claire is a healthy rat terrier weighing 11.2 pounds. However, Claire's quality of life isn't quite what it could be - she has mature diabetic cataracts in both eyes. A veterinary opthalmologist examined Claire and found that her retinas are healthy and normal, and with cataract surgery, she has a 99% chance of regaining her vision. Claire would love to run in the yard or walk in the woods without fear of crashing into the fence or being scratched by a stick. Falling down a flight of stairs, or off the deck or retaining wall is also an ever-present fear. In other words, New Rattitude thinks Claire deserves that added cushion of safety that sight will give her, and is one of the greatest gifts we can offer. For those who have donated to Claire's recovery in the past, we thank you! For those reading Claire's story for the first time, please know that every donation, whether it be big or small, will bring Claire one step closer to completing her journey from sickly shelter dog to a healthy, well-loved family pet. You can read more about Claire and see additional photos in her image event album. You can read more about Claire and see additional photos in her image event album. Last updated 07/08/10

You can make a Paypal donation to sponsor Claire by clicking the Sponsor button.



If you prefer, you can also mail a check or money order to:
      New Rattitude, Inc.
      P.O. Box 14064
      Lansing, MI 48901
Please be sure to write "Sponsor Claire" in the note field of your check. THANK YOU!