There are some truly amazing dogs whose stories are an inspiration to everyone. Mr. Snufflefuguss (also known as Snuffy) is definitely one of them.
Life wasn’t easy for Snuffy, who roamed the streets of Copperas Cove, Texas like a homeless dog. He was so desperate to find someone who would show him kindness.
One day, a man with a giant heart contacted animal control, who immediately rushed to rescue him from the streets. But what happened next changed Snuffy’s life forever.
From Texas to Minnesota
When Copperas Cove animal control officers picked Snufflefugus off the street, he found himself in a much more difficult situation than he initially thought. This sweet American bully mix tested positive for heartworms and required thousands of dollars in treatment.
Animal Control contacted Pit Squad Rescue Minnesota, a Minnesota-based rescue organization that specializes in giving second chances to bully dog breeds. Without any hesitation, rescuers agreed to take Snuffy in right away.
As soon as Snuffy arrived at his new (temporary) home, he underwent a thorough veterinary exam and began heartworm treatment. Unfortunately, the team discovered another health problem.
“His heart is incredibly enlarged and his lungs are very damaged. Things are not looking incredibly positive, but at this time there is still hope and if there is still hope we are still going to fight,” the Pit Squad Rescue MN wrote on Facebook.
He had difficulty breathing, wasn’t very mobile, and seemed like a dog who wasn’t going to make it. But, the team didn’t know one thing – Snuffy was a fighter!
With all of his issues going on, he was an extremely affectionate dog who loved life. And, his eye sparkle never disappeared!
After completely settling into a new environment, a woman named Stephanie Easley decided to take Snuffy in as a foster. From the moment she saw him, she was so eager to meet him, and there it was – an instant connection was made!
Snuffy and Stephanie bonded right away. Despite his health and some behavioral issues, he really loved every second around Stephanie.
The two spent months adjusting to each other. They constantly worked on improving Snuffy’s health, which was the hardest part of the journey. Stephanie took care of her foster around the clock, and made sure he got his treatment properly.
Looking For A New Home
After months of consistent treatment and lots of effort, Snuffy finally felt better.
Despite all the odds, he beat heartworm and made a lot of progress with Stephanie, and now he was finally ready to go into a forever home.
“His story has been full of so many ups and downs. Hope lost and then given back… then lost again. He had beat everything thrown his way and we are holding on to this last bit of hope that someone out there will want to be his family,” Stephanie wrote on Facebook.
Snuffy still takes his obedience classes, and he is in the process of perfecting his doggo skills, but he will eventually get there.
What he needs is an understanding family and a loving home where he could be the only pet, preferably without small kids.
While he’s an extremely affectionate dog, Mr. Snuffulufugus can sometimes be possessive of an adult owner.
One thing is for sure, though – Snuffy gives great hugs, and he’s definitely a great companion! When the time is right, we’re absolutely pawsitive that he will find the perfect family.
