Some dogs simply never receive a fair chance. Due to negligent breeding practices, numerous puppies find themselves abandoned on the streets, and they typically do not survive.
One notable instance originated from California, where a backyard breeder disposed of a litter of puppies.
Upon receiving a call about a pup no older than 3 days, a woman immediately halted her activities. The entire litter was essentially clinging to life, and they were in dire need of assistance!
Struggling To Survive From The Very Start
Clanay Reza, a compassionate animal enthusiast and a solo rescuer from California, received a call from a neighbor of the breeder asking if she could provide assistance.
At that moment, an entire litter of puppies was struggling to survive beneath their deceased mother, who had tragically bled to death. Among them, Lucky was the frailest. He measured no larger than a baby hamster.
Despite being given no hope for survival, Reza refused to abandon him. She painstakingly fed him a formula every twenty minutes, often sacrificing her sleep during those initial days.
“I had no idea if tomorrow was guaranteed for him. For the first 8 weeks of Lucky’s life, I hardly ever slept. I stayed awake monitoring him, ensuring he was alive and breathing,” Clanay shared on Instagram.
Unfortunately, Lucky’s other siblings did not survive, leaving him as the only one with a fighting chance.
Numerous Sleepless Nights
Following weeks of relentless struggle, Lucky’s life was no longer at risk, but he continued to face numerous health challenges. As his eyes began to open, he was diagnosed with a yeast infection and corneal ulcer, ultimately resulting in the removal of one eye.
“We discovered he was blind in one eye and actually had a puncture wound and a corneal ulcer. As he matured, the ulcer and puncture expanded, causing him discomfort, leading us to remove his eye when he turned 4 months old,” states Clanay.
At ten weeks old, Lucky received a diagnosis of albinism. His mother explained that his albinism stemmed from a recessive gene, which was a consequence of inbreeding.
Throughout his first year, his existence was nothing short of an uphill battle. He experienced the loss of his siblings and his mother, facing numerous obstacles along the way, yet he has never, ever lost his determination to live!
“He’s had a tumultuous first year, but I am grateful for all the challenges we faced together. They only deepened my affection for him,” reflected Clanay.
Lucky – The Most Unique Family Member
Ladies and gentlemen, present-day Lucky!
After enduring all his hardships, he now appears sharper than ever! He has become the quirkiest, fluffiest, and most affectionate member of the family, and he definitely knows it!
Lucky is now 8 years old and has never been happier! Together with his amazing family, he’s creating beautiful memories every day as if his awful past never transpired.
His remarkable fighting spirit has enabled him to evolve into a resilient, self-assured pup. Lucky is the ideal companion. He adores everyone, especially children, as he has always behaved like one himself.
He recently welcomed a new baby sister, and he is absolutely thrilled about it. His life now revolves around her. He endeavors to be by her side at all times, and he certainly enjoys napping with her.
Once a forsaken puppy with no prospects in this life, Lucky is now the luckiest dog on the planet!