While leaving a construction site under the blazing 105°F sun, rescuers located a skinny and tiny dog dragging his paralyzed hind legs across the road. His coat was profuse and curly but dirty. His body shivering with exhaustion, his eyes were shut tight. After just managing to get across the street, he collapsed, motionless.
They rushed to his help, gave him food and water. After some time, he regained strength. Two hours later, they drove him to the hospital for emergency examination.
X-rays revealed a shocking truth. His spine was broken, in all likelihood from a horrible accident. He hadn’t been born this way, vet confirmed. According to the vet, there was only a 20% chance he would ever walk again. But even against such unfavorable odds, the rescuers chose to fight for him.
The medical team cleaned his dusty fur, treated his wounds, and began a recovery plan combining medication and acupuncture. In the face of pain, he remained calm and cooperative. Sometimes, tears fell from his eyes during acupuncture, but he never resisted. The team fed him, exercised him, and encouraged him every day, turning treatment into games to keep his spirits high.
Eleven days later, his tail wound was healing well, but there was still no progress with his hind legs. They consulted with the doctor about other possibilities, but continued with the current plan as it was the only hope left.
Fifty-one days passed. Though his legs still didn’t move but his weight improved. His curly fur grew back, indicating a stabilized health of that tiny dog. The doctor suggested he be taken home. So they brought him back, but with a customized wheelchair.
The moment he was strapped in, something lit up inside him. He ran. He jumped. He smiled. The dog who had once collapsed in the heat was now full of energy and joy. His spirit never swayed.
Today, he roams freely in his wheelchair, sunbathes, and plays like any other dog. He may never walk again, but he lives a happy life. He didn’t give up on his life, and neither did they.
