Gemma came to us seemingly paralyzed. Her previous owners said they did not know the cause, but their vet advised them her condition wouldn't benefit from surgery. Her family loved her, sought help when they saw a problem and did the best they could for her before surrendering her to FBRN. She gets around on wheels, but her foster mom noticed that she does have feeling in her back legs and can stand if put in the right position. She has some bladder control, and sometimes moves her back legs a little. Gemma's new doc thinks that physical therapy will help a lot, and that over time and with PT she could probably walk again.

Gemma will be going to physical therapy while she is in foster care to see what can be done to help her mobility. We want to see her walk again! If you'd like to help her take those first steps, click on her picture and become Gemma's sponsor and friend!

Gemma's Sponsors

A little something for sweet Gemma. Love, Nadine Cantorna
You'll be using those back legs in no time despite the spinal damage...just like me! Love, "Teddy Thompson" and his family
We hope to see you walking soon! Love, Claude, Alisha & Pierre
Danica Den
Gemma, all of your friends at the CNADC are wishing you the best! - Nicole, Leah, Jackie, Suzanne, Jim, Darren, Nancy, Darby, Anthony, Felecia, & Becky
Gemma's sure to win the race with FBRN's loving care.
Lots of love, Bug
Ericka Rinehardt
You'll get there Gemma! xoxox Dyann Mazzeo
Amanda Abernathy
Neene and Steve
True Perforations