@rescue.ranch0: We want to share an update on Richie. For anyone just joining his story, Richie came into our care after suffering severe, intentional abuse that caused catastrophic injuries. The damage was so extensive that the tissue to his penis became necrotic, and in order to save his life, veterinarians were forced to perform a penile amputation. Without this emergency surgery, Richie would not have survived. Yesterday we finally saw a small but meaningful step forward. Richie is now urinating on his own through the new surgical opening the doctors created. This is something we have been waiting and praying for. However, Richie’s fight is far from over. Because of the extent of his injuries and the major surgery he endured, he has suffered significant blood loss, causing his blood levels to drop to a dangerously low point. Today, Richie required a blood transfusion to support his body and give him the strength he needs to continue fighting. Despite everything he has been through, Richie continues to amaze us. He is gentle. He is loving. He trusts people. He seeks comfort. He wants to be here. He wants to be loved. Richie is a survivor. He is a fighter. And we are not giving up on him. We will continue to do everything in our power to save his life and to make sure he knows nothing but kindness, safety, and love for the rest of his days. Thank you for standing with Richie and for caring about his fight. 💙

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Wednesday 27 May 2026 19:33:15 GMT