The greater your assistance to dogs requiring help, the more sorrowful you feel when you uncover their tragic narratives. Additionally, you never truly become desensitized to the distressing sights of abandonment, maltreatment, and negligence!
Donna Lochmann, the Chief Life Saving Officer at Stray Rescue of St. Louis, Missouri, has come to understand this over many years of rescuing these furry companions. Yet, saving Prayer was an astonishing event!
When she and her coworker stumbled upon this unfortunate pup, they were unable to conceal their devastation…
It Was A Genuine Surprise
A worried gentleman reached out to the Missouri rescue, alerting them about a dog abandoned in the vicinity next to his property.
“A call was received after a man observed what he assumed were individuals discarding tires in the nearby lot. But as he approached, he discovered a small puppy confined in a crate and hurried her back to his home,” SRSL stated in a Facebook announcement.
Donna and her fellow volunteer promptly arrived at the scene, yet upon getting a bit closer, they were left utterly astonished.
A minuscule dog lay inactive in a tiny crate, entirely vulnerable. In the heart-wrenching video uploaded by the rescue, her neglected appearance was evident.
“This tiny puppy was too frail to stand – starved and lying in her own waste – infested with maggots,” the rescue expressed.
It was a clear instance of maltreatment, and the rescuers could hardly believe anyone could do such a thing to a dog.
“This is the most severe abuse we have witnessed in a long time,” the SRSL group remarked.
What was even more tragic was that her whole body was swarmed with maggots. She had spent several days trapped in her own excrement, which led to such a ghastly state.
The team swiftly rescued her and transported her to a veterinary clinic. Despite the refreshing bath and necessary treatment, Prayer still appeared to be unwell.
Then came another wave of sorrow!
She Requires Humans More Than Ever
The veterinary team found that Prayer’s sodium levels were extremely elevated. This was likely due to her prolonged consumption of urine, resulting in her critical condition.
“We need to monitor her for seizures, uncoordinated movements, and loss of consciousness. She likely has such high sodium levels from subsisting solely on urine for an indeterminate period,” the rescue reported in another Facebook update.
To prevent brain swelling, the team was careful to gradually decrease her sodium levels.
The positive news is that – Prayer began eating!
Initially, upon her arrival, she only drank water and refused food, but now, she’s gradually progressing towards recovery.
Even though Prayer still has a significant journey ahead, her rescuers remain hopeful that she will soon emerge from danger and start feeling better. After enduring all the tribulations of her past, she undoubtedly deserves a fresh start and a second opportunity.
We wish you the very best, Prayer!
Stay healthy!