There is something extraordinary about doing something special for a child who has been through more than most. That is why when we were contacted by the Make-A-Wish Southern Florida chapter about a boy wishing for a Miniature Goldendoodle puppy, we had to help make it happen!
Andrew Coulter is a 4 year old child who was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor when he was just 2 years old. This brave boy underwent a rigorous surgical procedure to have the tumor removed, and he almost didn’t make it. The tumor ended up coming back and Andrew was to undergo chemotherapy for a year. His wish for a puppy came about while he was going through chemotherapy. While he was in the hospital, they would bring in therapy pets and that is where he first saw a dog.
After waiting 2 years, Andrew was finally cleared to get a puppy! We worked with Make-A-Wish coordinators to select the perfect pup for Andrew! The puppy selected was a 9 week old red Miniature Goldendoodle by the name of Ryker. While Ryker was getting ready for his nose to tail vet exam, we worked diligently to arrange safe transportation to Florida, where he would meet his new best friend.
Upon Ryker’s arrival, he was welcomed by our PuppySpot representative Gabriella. She spent some time preparing Ryker for his big day while wish granters worked on making Andrew’s wish day extra special!
On wish day, PuppySpot representatives Gabriella and Samara made their way to Bradenton, FL to finally grant Andrew’s wish with Make-A-Wish Southern Florida wish volunteers. When Andrew first laid eyes on Ryker (now Biscuit) he was all giggles. It was an amazing moment for everyone involved, but especially for the Coulter family who has been through so much with their little boy. Thanks to an amazing group of people, Andrew’s wish has been granted!
health/safety We at PuppySpot believe that good health is a crucial part of responsible breeding, and a puppy’s good health begins with healthy parents. That is why we partner with the American Kennel Club to host health clinics to examine adult breeding dogs. The clinics are set up all round the U.S. and encourage breeders to … Continue reading PuppySpot & AKC Host Health Clinics for Adult Breeding Dogs
health/safety We all want the best for our pets, and one way to ensure that your pets are healthy, happy, and safe is to keep an eye on the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recall list.
health/safety Whether flying in-cabin as carry-on or flying in cargo, we’ve outlined the key steps you can take for safely and responsibly flying your dog. Follow these tips and feel good about bringing your pup on that next vacation.
It is always a pleasure working with the various chapters of Make-A-Wish®. Their wish managers and volunteers work hard to ensure the wishes of thousands of children are granted each year. Recently, Make-A-Wish has experienced quite an uptick in puppy wishes; that is where PuppySpot comes in! Thanks to a bit of coordination between Make-A-Wish … Continue reading Puppy Brings Joy to Mid-Atlantic Wish Child
Feel Good PuppySpot continues to work with the various chapters of Make-A-Wish to help grant puppy wishes for children with critical illnesses. Our first puppy wish of the year was granted with Make-A-Wish Central & Northern Florida. When they reached out to us, the chapter was working on a puppy wish for four-year-old Daniel, a resilient little … Continue reading A Special Surprise for Jacksonville Wish Child
Feel Good This year has brought on numerous challenges to many families. It will be a year many of us won’t soon forget. Now, it is time to put this year to rest. With 2021 comes a sense of hope, and that is what two Make-A-Wish families received just in time to bring in the new year. … Continue reading Double Wish Granting Brings Hope into 2021
Feel Good This past year has been challenging for many families. It has been particularly hard for one Make-A-Wish Southern Florida family. The Diaz family is not only dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, but they are also in an ongoing battle with leukemia. Jaxon Diaz is a 6-year-old boy whose wish is to have a normal life. … Continue reading A New Best Friend for South Florida Wish Child
