A call for help launched on social networks about a dog in distress had marked Ashley Buchart. So much so that this resident of Texas (United States) immediately decided to help him. The canine in question had lost most of its coat and was suffering from a problem with its hind legs.
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He found himself left to his own devices after the death of his owner. Ashley Buchart couldn't sit idly by hearing this.
She wanted to help him, but was not able to accommodate him at that time. Donnahost mother, offered to accommodate her for 48 hours, time to Ashley Buchart to prepare for his arrival.
Donna isn't the only one getting involved; the association Mutts N Such Rescue has agreed to cover the costs related to the care of the animal.
After the 2 days spent with his first foster mother, the dog called Rocky therefore discovered the house ofAshley Buchart. The latter was surprised to find that the dog was not suspicious or nervous towards her. She thinks he was too exhausted to refuse help.
“He slept for 2 whole days”
“ He was truly a fighter. He walked straight into the house, realized the basket in the corner was his bed, and immediately fell asleep. And he slept for 2 whole days », tells his benefactress to The Dodo.
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Rocky was taken to the vet multiple times. He had scabies, a flea allergy, dermatitis and dirofilariasis (heartworm disease). “ His rear end was really weak. He was severely dehydrated and underweight », continues Ashley Buchart.
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However, thanks to treatments, his condition quickly improved; his hair began to grow back and he regained strength in his legs. He even had moments of excitement during walks, proof of his newfound energy.
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“I can’t imagine that he could live in any other house than mine”
“ I saw this change: he came out of his survival mode and returned to his puppy behavior. For me it was incredible », rejoices Ashley Buchart.
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Although she was only supposed to keep him for a while as a foster mother, she realized that she had grown too attached to him to see him leave. “ I can't imagine he could live in any other house than mine. “, she confides on this subject. She ended up adopting him.
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