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THE "LUCKY JACK" STORY

This is "Lucky Jack".  Jack was cruelly shot with a steel tip bow by a hunter somewhere near Jessieville.   The arrow entered Jack's jaw and exited out his eye.  This is one of the worst episodes of animal cruelty ever seen by Dr. Bob and the staff of All Pet Center.

Due to financial reasons, Jack’s owner has relinquished him and his further care to the Village Vet Services. Dr. Bob is in contact with veterinary surgeons concerning the chances for a successful surgery. Jack is off medication for now and doing well. He cannot open his mouth completely nor will he be able to do so until the arrowhead is removed.  If you or someone you know is a hunter, since hunting season is approaching, please be responsible.  What happened to Jack is NOT a sport - it is animal cruelty.  If you witness any incidents of animal abuse, please report the matter to your local authorities.

Visit this website to keep up with Jack's surgery and recovery.  We will be updating his condition each day.

Here are photos taken of "Lucky Jack" on November 13, 2007 at Dr. Bob's clinic.  Thanks to all of you who gave so generously to help Lucky Jack, he has been scheduled for surgery at Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine where they will perform this delicate and complicated surgery to remove the arrow from Jack's head. 

Jack's surgery has been further complicated by the fact that he has Heartworms and suffers from Ehrlichia (tick disease) that can affect his reaction to anesthesia.  The medical team at LSU will perform an echo scan of Jack's heart to see if anesthesia can be administered, or if his Heartworm and Ehrlichia must first be treated before the surgery can be performed. 

The emergency room veterinarians at LSU have treated many dogs who have these conditions, which will give Jack the benefit of their experience and sophisticated medical facilities.  We plan to walk all of you through Jack's like here, his trip to the veterinary college, his recovery, and his trip home to a new family.  Be sure to visit our website often to see Jack's progress!

"Lucky Jack" discovers our flower pot!

Jack is currently being cared for by Dr. Bob and his staff at All Pet Center, where he is being socialized, taught how to walk on a lease, and prepared for his trip to LSU School of Veterinary Medicine for his delicate surgery to remove the steel arrow lodged in his head.  The veterinarians plan to perform Jack's surgery sometime near Thanksgiving.

CLICK HERE to visit Dr. Bob's online Library to find out about

Ehrlichia Canis and other tick & heartworm diseases in pets.

This is "LUCKY JACK" who is celebrating the Christmas that almost didn't happen for this adorable little dog.  Lucky Jack will be going to the Louisiana State University school of Veterinary Medicine where a team of specialized veterinary surgeons will perform the delicate surgery needed to remove a steel tip hunting arrow that is lodged in his head.

Want to follow Lucky Jack's progress? 

Click on YOU TUBE below to view updated video

coverage of Lucky Jack's Christmas shopping spree!

JACK WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE

WHO HAVE SO GENEROUSLY CONTRIBUTED TO HELP HIM:

Jack wants to give a big "THANKS" to our friends at ANIMAL HOUSE MAGAZINE

who have generously offered to process all donations to the Lucky Jack Fund for free!

AND FROM ALL OF JACK'S FRIENDS ACROSS THE COUNTRY:

Doris Rangel: "This donation is in celebration of Buddy from Mt. Ida, who suffered a similar event and was not as lucky.  Bless our animal friends and all who care for them."

Edward Henne: "For Lucky Jack and all the great efforts to help him."

Malia Braun: “This is donates as thanks to Dr. Lee at Northwood Animal Hospital in Anderson, Indiana, who performed emergency surgery on my tiny poodle, Chi.  She is doing well and I wish the same for Jack who also deserves a happy home.”

Amber Buchanan: “For Lucky Jack.”

July Linett: “This is for all my girls: Trixie, Pepper, Maggie, Whiskers, and Bailey. Whiskers was a mouse, the rest dogs, but all would understand. This is a good thing you are doing for Jack--no matter how it turns out. You are good people.”

Aaron C Willis: “Aaron & Destiny, our 2 dogs, Bandit & Sparky, and our cat, Shera, all wish Jack a great surgery, and a speedy recovery.”

Karen Newman: “Sadie and Lucy send many puppy kisses and love.”

William Christensen: “Get better soon dude.”

Denise Cole: “For Lucky Jack.”

Edward J Bredin: “For Lucky Jack.”

Richard Frederick: “This donation is on behalf of our Sheltie DATA. DATA was neglected and abused and we saved him. He is a thriving, happy member of our family. We are given Dominion over all by our Creator, to care for them all. Good luck with the surgery.”

Autumn Bergling: “Girlie and her owner are praying for Lucky Jack!!”

Jeffery Wooddell: “If Jack survives, and I'm sure he will, maybe you could auction off the arrowhead to the highest bidder (eBay) then also use that money towards his surgery cost.”

Donna Boccamazzo: “Please direct this money to Lucky's surgery so that he may have a second chance.  In behalf of those who assisted in the rescue of our girls, Hannah and Sara, and gave them their second chance.”

Joe Novosel: “This is for the Lucky Jack surgery fund.  If you have more than you need, please use this for other animals that need help.”

Paul McFall: “For Lucky Jack”

Julia White Sledge: “Get well soon, Jack!!! Love, Lola (yellow lab) in Mobile, Alabama”

Anthony Centrella: “Anthony, Connie, Michael, Raquel, & Pauly wish Lucky Jack the best.”

Garret K Karl: “Please take care of the Lukcy Guy!”

Valerie A Musco: “For Lucky Jack”

Kelly L. Summers: “On behalf of my adopted Greyhound - Fritz Summers who passed away a year ago.  We love you Fritz - Kelly and Brady.”

David L Schwartz: “Make him well!”

Mark s Hahn: “This is for Jack.”

Michael Vetzel: “This donation is on behalf of all dogs, God's gift to mankind.”

Gary A. Weitzel: “On behalf of Belle, Virginia, and Pete in Kissimmee Florida, we gladly give this donation to help have Lucky Jack.  We saw the story on foxnews.com and it broke our hearts.  I just wish there was more we could do.  Good luck!”

Heidi Coggeshall: “If you raise enough for Jack, please put this in a fund for other hurt animals.   Please email me if he survives the surgery and if you raised enough money.”

Kimberly A Hegg: “From the entire Hegg Family and our pet friends Batman, Winston, Mulligan, Phil and Binxi.  Good Luck, Lucky Jack.  We're praying you have the surgery soon and have a speedy recovery.”

Joel & Neva Cheatwood: “For Lucky Jack”

Aimee M Slattery: “On behalf of My two Mutts, Rex and Reilly.  We hope Lucky Jack gets the medical attention he needs and deserves and lives a happy and long life.!!”

Sandra Johnson: “Lucky Jack Fund. read of this story on the internet. Hope this will help. Sandi Johnson of Auburn, AL.”

Perry Simpkins: “For Lucky Jack”

GW Sales: “The waste product who did this deserves whatever future brutality and pain he/she encounters. This is why we need Animal Rights Organizations!  Please submit the arrowhead to law enforcement for criminal investigation.  Perhaps it can be traced somehow...like a bullet?”

Kelly Rafferty: “Speedy recovery Lucky Jack!  Your friends in Knoxville, Tennessee: Scout, Koda, Riley, IQ, BigKitty, Phideaux, Orangekitty, IttyKitty and Peanut. Brad and Kelly Fultz”

Wayne Gambino: “For Lucky Jack”

Thomas Dock: “Thanks Dr. Bob for being the wonderful person you are...The Veterinary News Network is honored to have you as one of our reporters!”

Dominic Golland: “For Lucky Jack”

Nicole Bernadsky: “For Lucky Jack”

Angela Embrey: “For Lucky Jack”

Friends of the City-County Animal Shelter: “For Lucky Jack”

Matt Kasten: “For Lucky Jack”

Esther Vorovich: “For Lucky Jack”

Sandra Warren: “For Lucky Jack”

Nadine M Warrick: “Take care of that little guy...LUCKY JACK!! Good luck with him in Surgery...do you have any adoptions lined up for him yet? Please let me know if and when he will be in surgery!  Thank you for your love of animals!”

Lisa Provenzanoq: “With this being Veteran's Day.  I would like to make this in honor of all the dogs who has suffered a terrible tragedy. God Bless Jack and please make him well again soon!”

John Markus: “On behalf of Goldie (the dog) and Buster (the cat) Markus, we are praying for a successful surgery and speedy recovery for our long distance pal, Lucky Jack.  God Speed my furry friend.”

Vitesse Advertising: “For Lucky Jack”

D. Christopher Griggs: “Please let me know what is not covered by other donations. I figure you guys will get enough to cover the surgery from the publicity on the main Fox News website (how I found you). But if not, I would like to give more. Thanks!”

Lisa White: “For Lucky Jack”

Lynda J Hill: “For Lucky Jack”

Christine Mauro: “We found this story on the Fox News Web Site and could not have been more horrified.  My husband and I have been blessed to have been dog and cat guardians for over 40 years and God love each and every one of them.  Bless you for taking care of Lucky...May be not only survive but prosper and become a wonderful member of a new family.  Please accept this donation on behalf of Muffin, Shannon, Mittens and Charlie.  Christine and John Mauro”

Mark C. Harakal: “For Lucky Jack”

Robin Atkins: “Lucille and Billie – God speed.”

Jan Phillip Wood Jr.: “I have 11 Best Friends living with my family & they all want to help Lucky Jack - God Bless the work that you do.”

Wallis Higginbotham: “Please accept this on behalf on my late beagle George.  He was a rescued hunting dog that I had for 7 great years.  As a avid hunter and bow hunter I cannot fathom that an individual could be so cruel. We wish for the recovery of Jack.”

Eliud Faz: “On behalf of Maxx, adopted from the Houston SPCA on October 27.  Lucky Jack is in our prayers.”

Dawn R Allison: “have a dog named Lucky Jack.  From one Lucky guy to another.  We pray you can help him.  Thank you.”

Michael G Clark: “For Lucky Jack”

Lisa Beaumont: “This is for the "Lucy Jack" fund!  Please let me know the outcome!  Thanks!”

Cheryl Terry: “Just because I love all animals and cannot stand to see one hurt, especially by the stupidity of humans!!  As someone who has responsible hunters in my family, it also disturbs me that there are those out there who do dumb stuff like this and cause a problem for the ones who are reasonable and doing things right!  Our prayers are that Lucky Jack will recover, find a loving home and whoever is responsible for this heinous act will be brought to justice.”

Mary F Payne: “Good luck, Jack.  Your friends Tucker, Hank and Goldie in Arizona”

Todd R Witalec: “God Bless and Good Luck to Lucky Jack and all the animals you care for.”

Floyd OLeary: “Lucky Jack, I am from California. There are some of us left here who grew up with dogs and have a great love for them. I have a 13yr old JRT "Pepper " . I have trained and been with her every day since I was disabled. Get Jack a good home, he looks like a fine companion. Wish I could do more.”

Adam K. Stinchcomb: “Sparky, Shadow, Misha, JoJo and Josh wish you a speedy recovery!”

Linda Cobb: “Coco, Sidney, and Big E. Dogg wish Lucky Jack a speedy recovery.”

Lee Zapis: “For Lucky Jack”

Linda D Murphy: “You're great for helping this poor dog. I hope someone will adopt him as well!”

 Lara R Gammon: “Good luck Lucky Jack!!! Please continue to take good care of him!! Love, Harry, Lara, and Kaya Morris”

Maria E. Porter: “For Lucky Jack”

Betsy McIntosh: “In memory of Chelsea, Sister and Presley.  For all the hurting and homeless dogs and animals I wish I could help. In thanks for our present pups, Puma, Harpo and Sam.  I'll be praying for Jack as I do all other animals. God bless you.”

Ray Bryan: “For Lucky Jack”

Thomas LaPorte: “Jack ... Please let me know his progress....Thank you.”

Robert Vincent Bunting: “From my dog, Dandy, to Jack, with best wishes.”

Jimmy W Sparks III: “From Pippin and Rainy Sparks.”

Jessica Gradolph: “For Lucky Jack”

Ann K. Lang: “Lucky Jack is an inspiration to all.  Good luck with the surgery!”

Daniel Vassallo: “From Maddie, Chloe, and Abbey”

Mike and Pam Gheen: “We would like to make this donation to Lucky Jack on behalf of our canine and feline family members.  Doggies Chole, Bella, Cairo and kitties Hemmingway and Bailey.  Good luck Lucky Jack and if you need one, there's always a home here in West Texas.  Pam and Mike”

Janice R. Martorano: “On behalf of my family and Java Bean, our chocolate lab, we wish Lucky Jack the best and hope he recovers to find a new and happy home.”

Pattie Roberson: “Lucky jack. Good luck buddy! You are so cute!”

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