PFC Maya

​Maya was 6.5 years old when she came into BSR's care as a critical case in the Spring of 2022. She had spinal discs rupture that required surgery but she was also pregnant and near term for delivery. Fortunately, after the spinal surgery, she underwent a c-section and delivered 4 healthy pups. After her stay with another foster to allow the puppies the time they needed with her, she began physical therapy and soon moved on to her permanent foster.  One of the side effects of her back injury has been her inability to completely empty her bladder. Although her foster family diligently helps her express her bladder, Maya has battled repeated urinary tract infections. After working with her regular vet as well as specialist at NC State Veterinary School, it was determined that a cystoscopy was needed to get a true look at the inside of her bladder. In addition to flushing out the bladder, a bacterium was discovered that was not showing up in the multiple urinalysis that had been performed.

While Maya experiences fewer UTI's since that procedure, she does need quick attention and antibiotics when the foster senses they have returned. Although she has faced many challenges, she persevered thanks to her strong spirit and can-do attitude and the attentive, dedicated, going "above and beyond care" and efforts of her fosters", as well as the care of her veterinarians, specialists, and therapists.