Some people are afraid of stray dogs because of a common stereotype that stray canines are aggressive and hostile because they hate hoomans after being thrown out of the house.
My (ex) neighbor had a dog that wasn’t homeless, but he still behaved quite aggressively towards lots of people, including myself – therefore, bad pet owners can be just as detrimental to canines and their personalities as no owner at all can.
Elsa, a German Shepherd that was abandoned in an industrial zone, is a great example of how negative experiences might have a positive impact on a canine if it meets the right people willing to help.
Ready To Be Saved
JoAnn Wiltz and Lisa Arturo, California volunteers from Hope For Paws, received a call regarding a homeless GSD that wasn’t in very good shape, both physically and mentally.
The dog was trapped inside an industrial lot probably for days; as the locals say, there’s rarely anyone coming there to open the gate.
It was practically impossible to get to the pooch as the rescuers had no keys and the doggie couldn’t wiggle her way out through a hole in the fence.
On the other hand, the person who could help them, the property manager, couldn’t get to the area immediately, which meant the poor GSD had to wait for yet another day.
Eyes Full Of Hope
One of the most surprising and heartwarming moments was the arrival to the site, all because of the doggo that was already waiting right by the gate. She was so excited as she knew it was time to start a better life.
The pooch was so obedient, well-tempered, and lovable that rescuers didn’t even need a leash to get her into the crate.
Elsa managed to get through her health issues with the help of good people who never give up on animals in need.
The poor doggo was severely dehydrated and malnourished, but the lack of food and water weren’t the only things that deteriorated Elsa’s well-being. According to the rescue video, Elsa had a broken foot and a neck injury because of an unfitting collar.
Now, she is a true GSD princess that is enjoying each second of her new life, along with some friends that she found at the Wags and Walks rescue.
The good people from this organization agreed to take Elsa in until she finds her furever home, filled with love and affection, as she deserves nothing less.
