Dogs, our cherished companions, are recognized for their steadfast belief in humans. It usually requires something substantial to make them doubt this faith, but once it’s shattered, it becomes a genuinely difficult task to rebuild it.
When Lambert, a mature Chihuahua, discovered he had been deserted by his owners in a small desert town, he became distressed. Then he waited. Eventually, he lost all hope… entirely!
Months turned into years, yet his owners never returned. It marked the first occasion he encountered a life filled with uncertainties beneath the vast sky.
He was utterly alone, with only a handful of kind neighbors who offered him food and water. Beyond that, he possessed nothing. Not even a glimmer of hope!
He Endured Thanks To Neighbors
Throughout the years, the volunteers from Hope For Paws in Los Angeles, California, encountered some truly demanding rescues. Several of the dogs were incredibly challenging to capture, and Lambert was certainly among them.
Upon receiving a call regarding him wandering the local desert town, they sprang into action. However, they did not anticipate that he would be so wary and fearful of humans.
According to the locals, Lambert had been around for the past three years. Post-abandonment, he essentially closed himself off and resigned to his fate. Fortunately, owing to a supportive local community, he was at least given enough food to prevent starvation.
Nevertheless, this was insufficient for the little guy to regain his trust in people. Lambert had been betrayed by those he loved the most, and now he was apprehensive about getting hurt again.
When JoAnn Wiltz and Alex Babcock spotted him close to an abandoned building, they made every effort to approach him amicably. Upon seeing them advance, Lambert instantly bolted. The rescuers then opted for a different approach.
As Lambert dashed in circles around the house to evade them, Alex and JoAnn erected barriers to obstruct his escape route.
Moments later, he found himself trapped in a tiny hole in the wall, desperately trying to conceal himself. Although he wasn’t prepared to surrender, this did not deter the compassionate rescuers from assisting him.
They carefully placed a leash around his neck and, once they secured him, wrapped him in a warm blanket.
A Second Chance Emerges
Lambert trembled in fear the entire time until they reached the shelter. He still remained uncertain if the rescuers were there to assist or harm him, and he stayed on high alert throughout.
However, as he received a soothing bath and felt gentle strokes on his back, he began to understand: “Hold on, these humans are rather nice!” For the first time in ages, he eased up. And wagged his tail. And, if possible, he flashed a smile!
The HFP team embraced this lovely, abandoned pup with warmth and ensured he received the affection and care he required.
In the following days after his arrival, he began to break out of his shell and display his authentic personality.
Who would have guessed that beneath that shy demeanor and sorrowful expression lay a true entertainer?
Indeed, Lambert was that very dog! Despite his age, he brimmed with energy! And now he was prepared to experience life without the dread of being abandoned.
The most incredible news reached HFP’s doors weeks later. With the assistance of their partners at L A Animal Rescue, Lambert was blessed with a home and a loving family.
He now has the opportunity to make up for all the lost years spent on the streets while embarking on many thrilling adventures with the people who genuinely care for him.
He frolics freely, plays, enjoys comfortable naps, zooms around the house, and partakes in nearly all the joys a happy pup could experience. That’s right. He doesn’t slow down one bit, because for Lambert, age is merely a figure!