Johanna and her new Wheels

Paul Coover · May 16, 2008, 11:09:28 AM

Johanna is a very special girl indeed. A package arrived this morning meant just for her. She is very excited to see what it is!

Johanna, who has been using a wheelchair cart now for 3 years, really used and abused her cart, so she needed a replacement. Her original cart was a donation from Kathy Barton and her 4th grade class from Oklahoma. They raised the $423 needed to purchase her cart. When Kathy learned that Johanna would need another cart, her response was very quick. “We just HAVE to help her”, explained Kathy.

Kathy contacted Handicapped Pets, and they went to work right away on Johanna’s new wheels. This time the cart was paid for by a Veterinarian from Rhode Island, who was inspired after seeing an animal in a wheelchair cart paid for by Kathy and her class.

Johanna now has her second set of wheels, and she took to them just as quickly as her first set. She would like to thank the Handicapped Pets Group, Kathy Barton and her students, the generous vet from Rhode Island, and Doggon’ Wheels. Her freedom and happiness is now set for years to come!

Barb · May 16, 2008, 11:27:26 AM

That brings tears to my eyes.... Johanna grrrllll - you deserve it. There ARE special people out there - of course your mommy and daddy, but others from a far that love you - they rock !!!!

peterparker · May 16, 2008, 11:31:19 AM

Amazing story. I'm so happy for Joanna!

JetEd73 · May 16, 2008, 12:10:17 PM

Way cool :thumb:

I pray that you have many many happy miles Johanna.

doxielady5569128 · May 16, 2008, 12:26:11 PM

What a sweet story!! I'm so happy she got her new wheels!!!

cheryl186 · May 16, 2008, 01:48:40 PM

Oh Johanna....you are definitely one very special girl who is very much loved!! Your new wheels are awesome.....God Bless all the wonderful people out there who truly care :apls: Many many happy hours to you Johanna on your new wheels

Dianne · May 16, 2008, 07:23:32 PM

Joanna is obviously not aware of her handicap! What a great read!

sollysmom · May 16, 2008, 08:59:28 PM

Way to go Johanna and her lovely giving angels!!!!

I loved hearing about the good people who helped her in her time of need. Hope her wheels can keep up with her.

Darcel

angelsboys · May 16, 2008, 09:20:42 PM

WHOOOHOOO!! Way to go!!! Johanna!!

I am so very happy for her!! God bless those you have helped get her her wheels!!

Hugs to Johanna

Angelsboys...Oscar and Trevor

:apls: :thumb:

Ruth in MT · May 17, 2008, 10:13:02 AM

Go! Johanna Go!

Sandishooligans · May 17, 2008, 01:28:58 PM

Wow! Now that's one HAPPY dogger! Wienerful news for Johanna. You GO girl!

PattyInAK · May 17, 2008, 05:49:35 PM

It does a heart good to see how valuable these carts are. No different than a person in a wheelchair.........thank God we have this alternative for our doxies who are down in the back. Loved the photos!

PattyInAK · May 17, 2008, 09:43:10 PM

Had to come and look at the pictures and read the story again.......very inspiring!

PattyInAK · May 17, 2008, 09:47:36 PM

Where can I buy a HandicappedPets.com T-Shirt??? Looked at their site but can't find where I can buy the shirt. Thanks.

Valerie · May 18, 2008, 12:49:39 PM

Wow, what a wonderful story and she look so happy with her wheels!

Paul Coover · May 26, 2008, 07:05:32 AM

Quote from: PattyInAK on May 17, 2008, 09:47:36 PM
Where can I buy a HandicappedPets.com T-Shirt??? Looked at their site but can't find where I can buy the shirt. Thanks.

I don't think they sell them. I got mine from the owners of the group to wear when appearing with Johanna. I have had it for a couple of years now.

PattyInAK · May 27, 2008, 10:10:09 PM

Quote from: Paul Coover on May 26, 2008, 07:05:32 AM
I don't think they sell them. I got mine from the owners of the group to wear when appearing with Johanna. I have had it for a couple of years now.

Thanks anyway, they are cool shirts, and I love wearing t-shirts that tell about a cause.

Johanna and her new Wheels

Sandishooligans