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Kelsie

 

Kelsie, an 11-year-old mixed breed dog, survived for five weeks in a flooded house with no food.

 

Kelsie was treated for starvation and dehydration and was fostered by one of the LSU veterinary medical residents until she could rejoin her family.


Like many families, Kelsie’s owners did not anticipate the intensity of storm damage and did not plan on being separated from their pet for such a long time.



Kelsie’s owner said, “We left her with food and water in her room, but she was found in my bedroom on top of two mattresses and a box spring. The door was wedged shut, and Kelsie couldn’t get out to get food.




My mother and sister rescued Kelsie and brought her to LSU. We are so happy to see her... It’s a true blessing that she survived.”



 

 



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