I’ve been thinking lately about empathy for animals and why some people generally don’t have it while others do.
It’s one of the things that is not talked about a lot. Too often have we all seen a struggling stray limping around the road with most people just passing by and ignoring it.
However, it doesn’t have to be this way. Even for people who are not animal lovers, helping a lost pup get a new chance to live doesn’t cost much. We can all do more on this front.
This sweet dog had a lot of trouble moving, which made it really difficult for him to do anything until a man noticed him and decided to do something about it.
He Was So Friendly
Just as soon as he stopped his car, the man got out and approached the dog. He was limping, and it was clear that something was wrong with him.
He was very friendly, however, and welcomed this attention. The man then went and brought him something to eat.
Who knows when his last meal was? He must have enjoyed this one a lot. The pup knew that this person wanted to help him, but he didn’t know how to ask for it.
The man then went about his business but noticed the pup in the same position when he was coming back.
He felt bad, so he gave the dog some more food and water. After that, he decided to call for help from a veterinarian clinic.
A vet was on the scene in no time, and she examined the pup. He had a severe skin infection, and his hind legs were paralyzed due to older injuries.
Unfortunately, there was no way he was going to move normally ever again, but the vets were still determined to help him lead a somewhat normal life.
They also groomed his matted fur and gave him a bath to get rid of all the fleas. He also received a deworming treatment.
A Brand-New Start
Now that he was clean, he enjoyed a very nice meal, and there was an instant shift in his mood. The pup was so happy to finally be receiving help.
He was so excited after his rescuer gave him a ball he could play with. In the meantime, the man decided to build him a custom wheelchair so he could move around easily.
After they installed it and mounted it on the dog, he was reluctant to move until he saw treats. His movement was a bit unstable, but nothing that practice couldn’t fix.
With some encouragement, he got a lot better and steadier. He even managed to run for a little bit.
So, his rescuer kept on taking him on daily walks on the advice of the veterinarians. He loved every second of it.
He went on many different adventures on a daily basis. His rescuer would take him to picnics, supermarkets, and even restaurants.
The pup was always well behaved and never made a mess. The man who rescued him decided to adopt him because he couldn’t imagine his life without this adorable dog.
As for the pup, he gets to enjoy his life with the people he cares about the most and it’s just heartwarming to see that he is finally happy.
If this story can teach us anything, it’s that rescuing a dog and giving it shelter can always change our lives in a very positive way, so it’s always important to give them a chance.
