Hi friends! Reef the fox here with your weekly “Reef’s Report.” Unfortunately, I have some medical news regarding our Jasper fox.
For those who have been reading my reports religiously since the beginning, you may remember last year Jasper had to have a cancerous tumor removed from his back foot. During Jasper’s routine, in-home vet visit this month, our superstar veterinarian, Dr. Geraldine Diethelm-Mader found a new growth on a different toe. As of right now, she believes it may just be a wart, but out of an abundance of caution, she will be surgically removing the wart in the near future.
Jasper has been receiving regular blood work tests and chest X-rays to ensure the cancer never spreads, and so far he is totally fine. This new growth, however, is of minor concern so we will address it as we address any and all health issues that arise with my foxy friends here. My mom, Nicole Navarro, has been hosting an online fundraiser for Jasper’s unexpected medical costs, but if you would like to send a donation by mail, our address is Pawsitive Beginnings; P.O. Box 1165 Tavernier, FL 33070.
So far, our private sanctuary tours have been off to a great start. I am a superstar – who’s surprised? – always greeting our new friends with my famous charm. We have just opened up the calendar for October, so if you were waiting to see what the days and times would be, the wait is over. You can head right to our website; pawsitivebeginnings.org and find the “book a tour” page and sign up. Make sure you read all of the details before you commit to booking.
Now, for a really fun event coming up. On Saturday, Sept. 28, from 1 to 4 p.m., Islamorada Brewery and Distillery will host Dogtoberfest. Join in for the third annual extravaganza where pups and people unite for a “paw-some” time in the beer garden. Event highlights include a dog parade, costume contest for dogs, stein-holding challenge and top dog olympics. There will be dog-approved food, fall cocktails and live music from Jacob Farris from 5 to 8 p.m. This is an event that is for all ages and there will be kid-friendly activities.
Anywho, that’s all for this week. Don’t forget to keep those nominations rolling in for all your favorites in the Upper Keys for the Best of the Upper Keys awards. Nominations end at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22. If you need a reminder on who I would like you to nominate, it’s me in the best local celebrity category and Pawsitive Beginnings in the best nonprofit organization category.
Until next time, Reef, over and out!
