Papi has devoted his entire existence to being a hunting dog.
He ventured alongside his human on numerous exploits and created unforgettable moments. However, as time progressed, Papi began to age, and his hunting abilities were not as keen as they once were. Not only was he becoming a bit sluggish, but he was also losing his vision.
Despite being one of the finest hunting dogs his owner had ever encountered, he opted to relinquish him, labeling him as ‘ineffective’.
Fortunately, Natalie learned of his sorrowful saga and resolved to offer him a new opportunity at life.
Life Does Improve
Understanding that older dogs with disabilities are rarely adopted, Natalie couldn’t bear the thought of this gentle soul spending his final days in a shelter.
Thus, she went to fetch him, and the rest is history!
Regrettably, Papi did not experience a perfect upbringing. He endured multiple fractures in his legs that were not properly tended to. This resulted in them healing in strange ways, leaving this sweet dog with lifelong complications.
When she brought him to the veterinarian for a health check-up, she discovered that Papi’s blindness was primarily a result of his inadequate nutrition. His excessive calcium intake caused his vision to become cloudy.
Gradually, Papi’s general health enhanced remarkably. He was consuming a highly nutritious diet and began attending therapy sessions for his arthritis. However, I truly believe that all the love he was receiving played a significant role as well.
Papi even started donning special glasses during his outings, shielding his eyes from branches and sand.
The Journey Continues
Papi cherishes his new existence.
He has remained an adventurous pup, embarking on numerous excursions with his new humans. From scaling the tallest peaks to diving in the deepest waters, whatever it is, he embraces it!
Plus, witnessing his joyful demeanor brought immense happiness to Natalie.
“I truly wish he had been with me from puppyhood so that he could have experienced a better life. However, I sincerely hope he has forgotten about the years gone by,” Natalie shared with GeoBeats.
Nonetheless, Papi also enjoys relaxing. He even has his special place on the couch where he spends his evenings daydreaming about all the future adventures that await him.
Three years later, Papi continues to bring happiness to Natalie and her family and friends.
He enjoys spending time with people and quickly bonds with anyone Natalie brings to her home. Of course, he has never received any objections. I mean, who wouldn’t want a snuggly dog on their lap while catching up with friends?
Seeing older dogs receive a second chance at life brings me unparalleled joy!
A heartfelt thank you to Natalie for refusing to watch this gentle boy languish in a kennel during his final days.
You truly are the change we so desperately need in this world.
Thanks a lot!