Abandoned in the woods with all his belongings, a puppy waits desperately for someone to notice him

Puppy Abandoned in Forest with All His Belongings Waits for Someone to See Him

Having a pet is like having a new family member. It requires commitment and responsibility because you must ensure your pet is well cared for and has everything it needs. However, many pet owners reach a point and abandon their newly found family members, which is inhumane. This is what happened to Hank, an 8-year-old puppy. Luckily, he was rescued and has since been taken in by a caring team. Let’s delve into Hank’s story.

Hank the puppy gets abandoned.

One day, while walking in the woods, a man stumbled upon an 8-month-old abandoned puppy sitting on his dog bed. Unfortunately, the only family the puppy ever had deserted him, leaving him with a broken leg, old toys, a bed, and packed food that he could not open. The abandoned puppy was called Hank, and he seemed to have struggled so much in his short life.

The Good Samaritan immediately contacted the local animal rescue center, which rushed him to the veterinarian. It was confirmed that Hank had struggled with a broken leg for over two weeks. The extreme pain had stopped him from leaving his bed or even opening his food. 

Find out how the community assisted in the puppy’s survival

Many were surprised at how inhumanely Hank’s owners had abandoned him. The Humans and Animals United founder Rosa Fond expressed how the puppy was loving and had won everyone’s hearts since his rescue. His rescuers were worried that Hank would be hostile because of what he had gone through, but instead, the dog impressed them with his charm. 

Sadly, he was in urgent need of major surgery to correct his leg, and there was fear of him being put down to save him from the pain. Luckily, the Humans and Animals United ensured he was cared for during this period.

To add insult to injury, the surgery could only occur if Hank had gained weight. It was heartbreaking that he had gone so long without food that he became emaciated. His story was shared across social media platforms, and since people were touched, he received donations for his surgery. The veterinary staff continuously showered him with love and care to assist in his recovery.

The journey to recovery

Eventually, his surgery went well, but he is still fed small amounts of food all day to improve his weight. Hank is temporarily in a foster home but will be transferred to a specialized home where he can be attended to until he heals. Once he recovers, the rescue will ensure he is adopted into a good home. Although many have shown interest in adopting Hank, the rescue has not made any official decision or selection.

The shelter wrote on its Facebook page that Hank is doing well and appreciated the Samaritan who saved his life and all those who assisted in his care. They also assured Hank’s previous family that he would never get hurt again and would have a better life from then on.

Conclusion

Hank’s story is a wake-up call to protect and care for our pets because they depend on us for survival.  Having a pet is a commitment, so before you adopt one, always consider whether you are up to the task. Remember, you can take your pet to a rescue shelter instead of abandoning it when you can no longer fend for it.