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Kodi’s Cause: Paws For Health is a family-friendly event to remember our furry members of the community who lost their battle with cancer, that celebrates survivors, and hopes to support those struggling with cancer. Run or walk in our pet friendly run, and join us afterwards for the Pup Party, where you can join the Doggy Parade, watch the Doggy Show, visit with pet-friendly businesses in the Vendors’ Village, or grab a bite to eat from local food vendors. Subscribe for news about the next event!

We aim to raise awareness and funds for The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne and Australian Animal Cancer Foundation –  so please support our cause!

 

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ABOUT KODI: The Miracle Dog

Kodi’s life has been a remarkable journey filled with challenges and resilience.

At just one year old, Kodi was diagnosed with seizures that persisted for nine months. Despite our efforts and consultations with various specialists, we struggled to find a solution. Determined to help him, we researched treatments, remedies, and dietary changes. Eventually, our efforts paid off, and Kodi’s seizures ceased.

When Kodi turned eight, he faced another significant challenge: a diagnosis of Mast Cell cancer. He underwent numerous veterinary and oncology appointments, surgeries, and multiple CT scans. The oncologists gave Kodi only nine months to live, but his veterinarian, Frank from East St. Alban’s Vet Clinic, had a different outlook. Frank’s unwavering support and belief in Kodi gave us hope during this difficult time.

In 2018, Kodi started a new diet, and since then, he has chosen to stay with us. Remarkably, Kodi was in remission for five years. However, in August 2023, a grade 2 Mast Cell tumor was removed, and in October 2023, he faced another challenge when diagnosed with a heart condition.

Now at 15 years and 9 months, Kodi continues to defy the odds. His fighting spirit inspires us every day, reminding us that miracles can happen.

 

 

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TESTIMONIALS

  • “Thank you for what was a wonderful morning! You should be incredibly proud of yourself for organising such an amazing event, it was run so professionally and I think everyone who attended and participated had the best time! .

    ADRIANNAevent attendee
  • Thanks so much for a great morning, meeting equally great people and dogs! Kodis Pawathon a fantastic first event and we are most certain that our whole crew will join the next one! 

    DANIELLEevent attendee
  • “Jarrah and I had so much fun and was so great to meet Kodi and so many other doggie friends! Well done Mary and everyone involved and all the best Ps thank you for our awesome prizes”

    AMYevent attendee

Kodi’s Cause: Paws For Health • Past Supporters

We aim to raise awareness & funds for

The Royal Children’s Hospital

Melbourne & Australian Animal Cancer Foundation,

so please support our cause!

 

DONATE NOW

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