2-2-2016. Gemma was a 6 week-old, unvaccinated puppy living on a reservation in South Dakota. When she became sick, someone left her on a rescuer's doorstep. Unfortunately, she had contracted Parvo and by then she was already lethargic, hypothermic, and had severe vomiting and diarrhea. She was transferred to our vet for care, where the entire vet team worked hard to save her. Sadly, this beautiful girl did not make it. We are glad that we were able to give Gemma a chance, and that when she passed away, she was comfortable, and in the arms of people who cared and grieved for the loss of her short life. RIP Gemma, your life mattered.