This beautiful Pitbull was in complete shutdown when he was found in a homeless encampment. The poor dog wouldn’t eat, he wouldn’t move, and he was riddled with every parasite imaginable. Found in a homeless encampment, his condition wasn’t looking good at all. When he was taken in, it was with the intention of providing end-of-life support, as this seemed to be a hospice situation. However, the dog had other plans.
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When he was found he needed help with everything. He couldn’t get up on his own, and he had to be lifted to go outside to use the bathroom. His frail body and empty eyes told the story of his struggles. The vet visits confirmed the worst fears—he was hanging by a thread.
But every day, he was reminded that someone was there for him, encouraging him to fight. This is so important in our animal rescue experience and makes all the difference to a sick animal.
At first, it seemed like a losing battle. He wasn’t eating, and many times, he couldn’t even muster the energy to lift his head. Despite the bleak situation, he was given love and care, hoping he would find the will to live.
Then, a small change occurred. He didn’t want to go straight into his cage anymore. Slowly but surely, he began making his way into the living room on his own. Weeks passed, and he started to join the rest of the family, looking for companionship. It was a heartening sight to see him crawling up on the couch on his own, starting to enjoy being with a family and other dogs for the first time.
Food was still a challenge. He wasn’t eating as much as needed, but then he started eating rotisserie chicken. It was a small victory, but a significant one. It’s funny how finding that one treat or food that an animal likes can really bring out their zest for life. You never know for sure what the magical food might be so always keep testing different foods when you need a sick animal to start eating again.
That’s when it became clear that he was turning a corner. He began to show more interest in the world around him, living in the present rather than dwelling on his past.
He started playing, asking for affection, and giving affection. His transformation was incredible. He went from merely surviving to thriving. He began running on the beach and taking two and a half mile walks each day. The dog, who once seemed to be at death’s door, now had a new lease on life.
He didn’t have a bad bone in his body; he was just incredible. From a state of complete shutdown, he blossomed into a vibrant, happy dog. His story is a testament to the resilience and spirit of animals and the incredible impact of love and care. We love seeing sick animals recover and enjoy life again thanks to the love of some wonderful people.