AL’s Road to Recovery: Beating Anaplasmosis, Ehrlichiosis, and Dental Pain
After months of setbacks, antibiotics, and finally dental surgery, AL is turning a corner. We’re hopeful his toughest days are now behind him.
When AL Arrived
AL came into our care exhausted and in pain.
He was battling on multiple fronts: anaplasmosis and ehrlichiosis (both tick-borne infections), alongside painful dental abscesses that made eating a daily struggle.
It was clear he’d been coping with discomfort for far too long, and he needed calm, consistent care to have a chance at recovery.
Understanding the Diagnosis
Tick-borne diseases like anaplasmosis and ehrlichiosis can cause fever, lethargy, joint pain, and problems with blood cells and immunity.
Layered on top of that, AL’s dental abscesses created constant oral pain and infection pressure.
The combination left him run-down and vulnerable—every small task was harder than it should have been.
A Tough Few Months
AL’s treatment plan started with targeted antibiotics to address the tick-borne infections. Recovery from these illnesses isn’t instant, progress often comes in careful, incremental steps. There were better days and harder days, but AL kept showing us his steady, gentle resilience.
At the same time, we worked with our veterinary team to stabilise his mouth. Dental infections don’t just hurt; they can also fuel wider inflammation and slow recovery from other conditions. We managed the pain, supported his nutrition with soft, tempting meals, and prepared for corrective dental work once it was safe
The Turning Point: Dental Surgery
After antibiotics and monitoring, AL underwent tooth removal to resolve the worst of the abscesses.
Dental surgery can be daunting, but for dogs like AL it is often the moment everything starts to change.
Removing the source of pain allows the body to regroup; eating gets easier, spirits lift, and energy returns.
Where AL Is Today
We’re delighted to share that AL is much more comfortable now.
He’s eating with enthusiasm, resting deeply, and greeting his carers with that calm, sweet look we’ve come to know so well.
While we’ll continue to keep a close eye on him but we’re hopeful his problems have now resolved.
What AL Taught Us
Complex cases need patience and partnership. Antibiotics, pain control, nutrition, and dental care all worked together to give AL a real chance.
Dental health is vital. Treating oral pain changed AL’s quality of life!.
Gentle, predictable routines help dogs heal. Safety and kindness are medicines in their own right
How You Can Help
AL’s recovery was only possible thanks to people who believe every animal deserves comfort and care. If you’d like to support dogs like AL:
Donate towards veterinary care and recovery costs—every contribution makes a tangible difference.
Share AL’s story to raise awareness about tick prevention, dental care, and the impact of rescue.
Thank You
To everyone who cheered AL on, thank you.
Your compassion has helped transform months of discomfort into the start of a brighter, pain-free chapter.
We’ll keep doing the work; with your support, more dogs like AL will get the chance to heal.