Even without sufficient funding or potential fosters, Puppy Kitty NY City animal rescue simply could not refuse when an animal cruelty case arose unexpectedly.
The unfortunate creatures were genuinely being deprived of food, and they were determined to prevent further suffering.
A connected pair comprising a dog and a cat was in such dire condition that immediate rescue was crucial; therefore, the rescuers hurried right away to bring them to safety.
Upon arriving at the location, they were astounded by the gravity of the circumstances.
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When the rescuers initially encountered the poor animals, they were in disbelief.
“I have never seen such a matted dog,” Meagan Licari, president of Puppy Kitty NY City, remarked to The Dodo.
The dog was extremely matted and emaciated, while the cat was barely a skeleton. It was a heartbreaking sight.
It was difficult to comprehend how anyone could inflict such harm on innocent animals.
The dog – later given the name Noodle – was not just profoundly undernourished; he was also so matted that it caused a hernia and immense discomfort. Touching him was extremely painful.
“His fur is so painful, it was nearly impossible to apply a harness and leash on him,” the rescue noted in their Instagram post.
Yet, despite the significant pain, Noodle was still joyous to see his rescuers. He sensed they were there to rescue him from the dreadful existence he and his feline companion were undeserving of.
“Despite the terrible treatment, he was always so affectionate and even wagged his tail, even with the heavy mats on them,” Licari shared.
The rescuers were perplexed about how he remained so sweet after enduring such maltreatment.
During the car journey to safety, Noodle could not help but show his immense appreciation to the kind souls he had just met.