Aldean is an 18-month-old, 13 lb Miniature Schnauzer mix (possibly with poodle) who arrived at a local shelter suspected of being hit by a car. He was diagnosed with “moderate pleural effusion”. That means he has fluid on his lungs which can cause shortness of breath, chest pain or coughing. He was started on pain medication and anti-inflammatory medication. He was not eating at the shelter and they contacted the rescue to release him for medical reasons. Aldean has started eating and is able to take short walks. His recovery is to keep him calm and let the medication do its job. He’s been very sweet, friendly toward other dogs, quiet in his crate. His breathing is normal and he’s not coughing. We’ll be monitoring him over the next few weeks and hopefully he will make a full recovery.