Hank once had a family, but they abandoned him in the woods. He was left with a broken leg, an unopened bag of food he couldn’t open, his bed, and some old toys.
A kind person, a Good Samaritan, found Hank sitting perfectly still on his dog bed in the woods. It was a heartbreaking sight. Hank, only 8 months old, was enduring so much hardship. The Good Samaritan quickly called the local animal shelter to get help for Hank.
“Only a puppy at 8 months old yet has been through so much. His tail started wagging once he knew he was being taken into the veterinary hospital. We cannot imagine why anyone would dump him with a broken leg. Left him with his bed, toys and food in the woods. Whoever you are please know that Hank is now safe and will never ever be hurt again,” Humans and Animals United wrote on their Facebook page.
The people who rescued Hank were initially worried that he might be aggressive since he was in survival mode. However, they were pleasantly surprised. Hank turned out to be incredibly sweet and loving. “He was nothing but love from the moment they got him,” Rosa Fond, founder of Humans and Animals United, told The Dodo. “Everybody says that he’s the sweetest dog.”
Hank was rushed to the veterinarian, where it was confirmed that his leg had been broken for more than two weeks. This was why he didn’t move from his bed; it was too painful for him. Hank needed major surgery to fix his leg. There was even a risk he might be euthanized because of his severe condition. However, Humans and Animals United stepped in to make sure Hank got all the critical care he needed.
Before Hank could have surgery, he needed to gain weight. It was unclear how long he had been without food, but he was very skinny when he was found. It’s believed he was abandoned in the woods for about two weeks. The veterinary staff made sure to give him lots of love and attention during this time. Hank’s story got a lot of attention online, and donations started pouring in to help pay for his surgery and care.
Hank’s first surgery was a success, thanks to the generosity of those who donated. However, he is still very skinny, and his bones stick out. He is being fed small meals throughout the day to help him gain weight. Hank is currently in a temporary foster home but will soon move to a specialized foster home that can provide the care he needs to fully recover. Once he’s healthy enough, he will be placed for adoption.
There has been significant interest in adopting Hank, but no official decision has been made yet. “So thankful, for the good Samaritan that found him and everyone involved in his care. I know he will have a wonderful life from here on out,” the rescue wrote.
You can learn more about donating to Hank’s fund or helping other dogs in need like Hank by visiting Humans and Animals United at humansandanimalsunited.com.
Please ‘SHARE’ to pass on this story to a friend or family member
Reunited at Last: Boy’s Heartwarming Embrace with Lost Dog Captures Millions’ Hearts
The image of a boy hugging a dog in the rain after finding the dog that had been lost for many days melted millions of hearts
A heartwarming image of a boy hugging his dog in the rain after finding the dog that had been lost for many days has captured the hearts of millions of people around the world.
The photo, taken in the city of São Paulo, Brazil, shows the boy, identified as 10-year-old Miguel, embracing his dog, named Marley, who had been missing for over a week.
Miguel and Marley were playing in the park when Marley ran away. Miguel searched for his dog everywhere, but he couldn’t find him. He was heartbroken and didn’t know what to do.
On the day the photo was taken, Miguel was walking home from school when he saw Marley sitting on the sidewalk. He ran to Marley and gave him a big hug.
Miguel’s father, who took the photo, said that he was surprised by the boy’s reaction. “He was so happy to see Marley,” he said. “He just ran to him and hugged him tightly.”
The photo quickly went viral, and it has been shared millions of times on social media. People from all over the world have been touched by the image of the boy and his dog being reunited.
“It’s a beautiful reminder of the love between a boy and his dog,” said one commenter. “I’m so glad they were reunited.”
“This photo made me cry,” said another commenter. “It’s so heartwarming.”
The photo has also inspired others to share their own stories of lost and found pets.
“I lost my dog once,” said one commenter. “I was so relieved when I found him.”
“I’m so glad this boy and his dog were reunited,” said another commenter. “It gives me hope for all the other lost pets out there.“
The photo is a reminder that even in the midst of a world that can be sometimes be cruel, there is still love and happiness to be found.
Matted Dog Neglected For Years Shocks Everyone With His Amazing Transformation
In all of the time I have spent in this world, I have to say there are some things that still surprise me when it comes to dogs, but even more when it comes to their owners.
I was not always aware of the damage that neglect could cause not just for a pup’s mental state, but also for their physical well being.
And, for the dog in this story, the neglect has caused so many problems, but luckily, his story was changing for the better.
Years Of Neglect
When a Good Samaritan noticed a very furry animal in another person’s yard, he had a hard time figuring out what it was.
But, shortly after, he concluded that it was a severely matted dog who was neglected for years and desperately needed help.
So, the Good Samaritan called for help and the rescuers were on their way to the scene to figure out how they could help the poor pup.
After arriving at the scene, they were shocked by this dog’s appearance and realized that he had never even been to a groomer’s appointment. That’s how matted he was.
I can’t even begin to imagine just how much torture, pain, and neglect he went through throughout his life. It’s absolutely sickening that somebody would do something like this.
Now that they could do something about it, the rescuers took this dog, now named Charlie, into their car and back into the shelter so they could help him.
He was now safe with his rescuers, and they were not about to give up on this sweet pup. Once he was settled in, it was time for a grooming appointment.
A Brand-New Look For Charlie
Source: Paws Show
It’s safe to say that anyone who saw his fur was shocked by just how big it was and how long he had endured living like this.
But, there was no more time to think about that. His rescuers took him to the groomers and they managed to shave his matted fur completely.
When the woman looked down on the floor to see how much fur was there, she still couldn’t believe it. Even looking at it felt painful.
Charlie now looked like a completely transformed dog. He was completely unrecognizable from before and you could even see the relief on his face.
It was like the weight of the entire world was lifted from him and now he could finally live a normal life.
Source: Paws Show
Now that the groomer’s appointment was over, he still needed a nice, warm bath and a veterinarian checkup.
He enjoyed finally being clean, and fell asleep pretty fast after the bath. At the vet, any unaddressed problem was taken care of.
Charlie was now a healthy and sweet-looking dog who will soon be looking for a new family to take care of him.
When it came time for it, his rescuers signed him up on the adoption list, and now, all he has to do is wait.
Until then, he is in great care with his rescuers who are tending to his every need. Charlie receives lots of cuddles, food, and gets to play with other dogs.
We don’t yet know if he was adopted into a new family, but I think it’s only a matter of time for this adorable little dog.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():focal(989x650:991x652):format(webp)/coyotes-california-070224-d753c4d08c7a4dd1b0a1361bd580921f.jpg?w=1200&resize=1200,0&ssl=1 "3 Coyotes Killed After 5-Year-Old Girl Attacked at a Calif. Botanical Garden")
