Upon hearing about a stray dog roaming near an elementary school, Hope For Paws, a charitable animal rescue organization situated in Los Angeles, California, realized they needed to take action.
The rescue they anticipated to be straightforward turned out to be much more challenging.
Rescue Mission
Once the rescuers located her, they attempted to gently approach, but realizing the little Husky was apprehensive about humans, they needed to devise an alternative approach.
The team resolved to place some food within the graspers, hoping to entice the little canine close enough to secure the graspers around her neck.
Fortunately, they succeeded in their endeavor.
Sadly, the pup became frightened and attempted to resist, but she ultimately calmed down.
Before transporting her to the shelter in a crate, the rescuers took a moment to offer her some affection and cuddles, reassuring her that there was no need to be afraid and that their intentions were benevolent.
At The Shelter
Upon their arrival at the shelter, they opted to give her a comforting, warm bath, although the frightened pup was not pleased about it.
Terrified at the prospect of being touched, she chose to retreat into the corner, shutting out the world around her.
“At that moment, she simply wished to disappear into that corner and cease to exist. That dog wanted to be unseen because she had to be invisible to endure,” remarked Farren Mahone.
Due to her prolonged solitude, the pup was bewildered by the sudden attention from all the humans, which was so positive.
Heartbroken by her demeanor, the shelter staff was resolved to demonstrate to this frightened little pup the essence of doggo-human love.
Training Camp
After her rescue, the pup, now known as Lilac, underwent lengthy training with Farren to learn that the human domain wasn’t as intimidating as she believed.
About two months into her training, a friend of mine expressed a desire for a dog. I responded, ‘Well, I have this dog named Lilac…’
Farren’s friend, Tanja, visited to meet Lilac, and when they encountered each other, it was an instant connection.
We stepped outside, Tanja knelt down, and Lilac gazed at her, then gently nudged Tanja’s arm with her nose. Lilac had never made physical contact with anyone prior. And that touch marked Lilac’s declaration, ‘I’m prepared, I’m ready for this bond. This is my person’.
New Life
Tanja recognized the importance of regarding Lilac as someone who had triumphed over her past trauma, rather than being branded by it.
Consequently, they forged a bond that was incredibly strong, filled with affection, appreciation, and enjoyment, which I am certain will endure forever.
