The story of Nubby, a boxer puppy from Conroe, Texas who was born without front legs may be the cutest and most heartwarming story you will read today.
Even though he was born with a disability, his adoptive parents at the time did not want to abandon him. Nubby has faced a difficult life and many obstacles along the way, but Homan’s relationship with the dog has once again exceeded all expectations!
Nubby was euthanized, but his parents decided otherwise.
Four hours after birth, a veterinarian told Nubby’s foster parent, Lou Robinson, that it would be best to euthanize the puppy. He was born without front legs and his mother had a hard time feeding him. When his mother took him in with the other puppies, his siblings constantly pushed him and he certainly couldn’t do it on his own.
But Lou and her husband Mark, co-founders of WEAR Warriors Educate the Rescue, had a different idea. Against their vet’s advice, they decided to adopt Nubby for good and give him a permanent home. They bottle-fed him and waited on him 24 hours a day, making sure Nubby had everything he needed to grow into a healthy, well-cared-for puppy.
He Struggled During The First Couple Of Months
Even though everything seemed to go well during the first month, Nubby started having problems with pooping, and he had bubbles constantly coming out of his nose. After a thorough examination, the vet determined that he was having problems with his esophagus.
He was immediately put on antibiotics and he needed an incubator in order to get enough oxygen.
Still, he was holding up good, not letting a few speed bumps on the way affect his such cute enthusiasm. Despite everything, Nubby loved his life, and he was showing it every single day!
The Pawfect, White Boxer Boy
Over time, he got much better, leaving his esophagus problems behind! He grew into a beautiful, white Boxer puppy, with a breathtaking life sparkle in his eyes.
It was as if he never had a disability, as Nubby was moving freely without any help, except when he needed to climb the stairs up or down.
In order to perform his regular doggo activities, Lou and Mark got him a wheeled prosthetic device that helped him a lot!
With his wheelchair, he was officially given permission to live his life to the fullest, not letting his disability stand in the way of making new friends. And, he did make a ton of new friends indeed!
Enjoying Life To The Fullest
Today, Nubby’s living his best life surrounded by the people and doggos who love him endlessly, and he reciprocates! He just loves snuggling with his mom, Lou, and his dad, Mark, but he also doesn’t mind hanging out with his little hoomans, too!
He also makes a bunch of friends on a daily basis, as he’s such a sweet and sociable boy. It’s evident from his behavior that Nubby appreciates every aspect of his pawfect, little life.
He just doesn’t know the words “boredom,” “no,” or “can’t do.” In a way, he lives more life with just his two legs than most healthy puppies!
And, yes – he’s officially an Instagram star now! More than 80,000 people follow this cute boy from Conroe, Texas, and they enjoy his daily adventures!
We really hope he continues living his best life around his family and friends and setting an example that everything is indeed possible. You just need to wish for it hard enough!
