Dogs are gentle, furry creatures that deserve lots of love and affection. When we bring them home, we promise to give them everything they need to thrive. It’s so sad to know that some dog owners can abuse their puppies and deprive them of their freedom, love, and care.
The next story is about 12 elderly Chihuahuas who were also abused by their owners. He kept them inside the house without letting them out.
12 frightened Chihuahuas rescued
The dogs were neglected and lived in terrible conditions for years. After their owner passed away, they were sent to a shelter in Miami.
The shelter contacted True and Faithful Pet Rescue Mission, a nonprofit organization that specializes in rescuing seniors from high-kill shelters in Florida, to adopt the animal. Rescuers agreed, and the Chihuahua was taken to a ranch in Venice, Florida.
All the dogs were scared and alert when they arrived to help. They were unsure about everything around them.
The puppies huddled together as they tried to take them to help. It was clear that none of the Chihuahuas had been socialized.
They grew up without the opportunity to experience life. Judging by their reactions, rescuers thought they had never been arrested.
“When picking them up, most of them were very squirmy and uncomfortable in our arms. Many completely froze out of fear, their legs sticking out, locked up, toes spread apart, their eyes bulging,” said Lisa Letson, the founder and president of True & Faithful Pet Rescue Mission.
The rescue staff let the frightened pups outside. At first, they didn’t know what to do. All twelve Chihuahuas gathered on the rocks and refused to move. They felt confused.
Discovering Freedom
Half an hour later, they moved from the rocks to the grass. Once they felt grass under their little paws for the first time, their behavior changed completely.
“They all started to run around the grass together, exploring every square inch. They kept hopping and prancing through the grass with their tails wagging and smiles spread around their little faces,” said Letson.
They turned into playful and excited puppies who began to discover the joys of life. The rescuers were deeply moved after witnessing this transformation. Watching them enjoy their freedom made their hearts melt.After they enjoyed their time running and playing in the grass, the tiny dogs were brought inside. The pooches were given a bath, and they had their nails trimmed and their ears cleaned.They were taken to Davie Veterinary Center, in Florida, where they had a complete medical checkup. The Chihuahuas had skin irritation, and they received medical treatment. Apart from that, they also needed some dental work.
The sweet pups were unsociable, and their caregivers knew that they would need more time to get used to humans and new surroundings.
Some of the Chihuahuas were feral. The shelter members were sad when they saw them trembling and avoiding their help.
They did everything they could to make the adorable Chihuahuas feel better, and gradually, they began accepting the help of their shelter friends.
The pups were given a lot of care and affection. After some time, they started feeling more relaxed.
Their rescuers were glad to see that the pooches were making great progress.
Moving To Their Forever Homes
Once they healed, the senior pups were up for adoption. The rescue was looking for adopters who had experience with unsociable or feral dogs – people who would love them very much and be patient with them.
The Chihuahuas stole the hearts of many people, and they soon found their forever homes. Their parents couldn’t wait to welcome them into their homes. They promised to cherish and dote on them forever.
The adorable dogs are showered with love. They enjoy running in their yards and feeling free. Finally, they live the life that they were always supposed to live.
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