The poor dog in this story spent many years trapped in a small cage. When rescuers arrived, they were able to make a deal to take him in, even though his owner initially refused, arguing that he was valuable for breeding. But a glance at her emaciated body—her ribs were clearly visible and her legs were numb from prolonged confinement—revealed that she was in no condition to bear puppies. After an hour-long trip to the vet, the dog found the food and eagerly pounced on it, clearly starving after so much neglect.
It’s heartbreaking to think what he endured, imprisoned and almost forgotten. His stomach rumbled with discomfort. A rescuer stayed nearby, offering his comfort while he ate. His body did not tolerate the food at first, but he managed to hold it for a few hours and in smaller portions.
His tail and ears were gone, probably cut off, which filled everyone with anger and sadness. His tired eyes speak volumes, full of weariness and despair. At the vet’s office, they discovered he was suffering from a urinary tract infection and a tumor. His muscle mass is also alarming from being confined for so long.
After two weeks, the dog showed signs of improvement. Now named Puna, the dog has gained more than 4 pounds, and his spirits have soared. He wanted to meet the guests, something he had never experienced before. All he wanted then was to feel love.
Rescuers reported his situation to the authorities, who questioned his former owner, particularly about his missing tail and ears. The owner surprisingly admitted that he didn’t want to deal with cleaning the cage, blaming his tail for making the mess. It is difficult to understand such a senseless reason for his suffering.
Three weeks after Puna was rescued, she returned to the shelter from her foster home with a prescription for medication. He stayed on the antibiotics, and a biopsy confirmed that his tumor was benign, much to the delight of his new friends. Although she needs constant monitoring, Puna begins to explore freely, experiencing the joy of moving around and meeting people who give her love.
To everyone’s amazement, Puna spent nine years in prison, forced to carry a lot of garbage, while her owner was only looking for profit. A few weeks later, another follow-up confirmed that her tumor remained benign, but surgery was needed. After he recovers, he will soon be able to go to his new home.
Rocky the Poodle is Left to Suffer in Silence
He is severely malnourished, his body is weak. His curly hair collected not only urine, but also feces, which left him with painful open wounds.
Puna’s resilience is impressive. His former owner will now face the consequences for his unforgivable actions. After three months of care, his strength returned. From a life full of sorrow, Puna’s world is replaced by hope.
