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Yesterday was no ordinary Sunday here at Paws Give Me Purpose Sanctuary – it was an extra special day celebrating a life, a life that was almost lost.

Mr. Hobbes, our oldest senior resident, celebrated with a big Birthday bash surrounded by some staff, volunteers and all his doggies friends.

Fun, treats, cupcakes and of course presents were shared with all the dogs here in Sanctuary – big and small.

After living many years of criminal neglect and deprivation, Hobbes now knows what it is truly like to be loved and is enjoying being spoiled by so many wonderful caring people.

Please join us in wishing a very Happy 23rd Birthday to this very special boy! We know your brother Calvin is celebrating with you in spirit on this special day.

Hobbes was given a second chance at life by coming to Paws Give Me Purpose, and today was a celebration of his life.

On this Thankful Thursday, we wanted to share this brief Mica update with all of you.

Miracles happen every day here at Paws Give Me Purpose and Mica’s positive steps forward toward healing are truly amazing.

We were honestly so concerned Mica was going to leave us, but here we are after a grueling month of worry and we are truly grateful – grateful to all of you for supporting us whether it be with donations, prayers or kind words of encouragement.

Although Mica has much more healing to do, we just wanted to thank you all for helping us save this boys life.

Mica and his sister Pebbles are forever grateful and are making the most of this day and every day by living in the moment!

Yesterday was a very long, busy, and stressful day for all of us here at Paws Give Me Purpose, but we did not want another day to pass without updating you on Bubbles.

Bubbles did very well during yesterday’s surgery. Unfortunately, the surgeon was unable to complete what was actually planned – she could not remove both large masses at once because there was not enough skin to close up.

For now, she did remove the largest tumor as well as one smaller mass on the top right breast, and spayed her. Those masses were sent out for biopsy, but the other large tumor has been left alone for now. If Bubbles heals well, we can revisit removal at a later date.

Additionally, the surgeon noted that there are 4 other smaller masses on the other side and one on her rear-end that we should also address later depending on the biopsy results we receive.

Bubbles is a senior dog, an insulin dependent diabetic with some other health issues so more surgeries may not be an option. But we promise you all that she will live out her best days to the fullest for as long as she is with us.

For now, Bubbles is comfortable in her surgery suit, resting healing and has a good appetite.

We are sitting on pins and needles awaiting the biopsy results, and we really hope the news will not be as bad as originally thought.

Please continue to send positive thoughts and healing prayers Bubbles’ way, we will keep you updated.