Bullbreedlover Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 (edited) The look in his eyes He's just got.... nothing.... I don't see 'nothing' in his eyes. I see hope. That's the part of dogs that amazes me. I think 'hope' is the very last thing they let go of. This is from a 'coffee table' book I've recently purchased : "A dog's demonstrative behaviour, far from indicating any inability to reason, is a measure of their enormous compassion, optimism, hope and a capacity for forgiveness that should leave us all withered with shame." I say "amen" to that, for it is so true. The book is "Why Dogs are Better than Cats" .... . The author is Bradley Trevor Greive and the book contains lovely photographs by Rachael Hale. I hope this little guy makes it and lives long enough to know the comfort, care and humanity that humans are capable of. I agree with the poster who suggested that perhaps the pup has been lost. I hope so. I feel ashamed at what insidious things some people can and will do to animals and we've heard so much about these things of late I am very concerned inhumanity is on the increase rather than the opposite. I do agree with what you are saying Erny. And I hope that he is a victim of a lost dog instead of one whom has been neglected.But to be very honest I dont think that is the case. I think he has been seriously neglected. How can one who does this call themselves human. How can one whom breathes in this world do such neglect to an animal who has done no one any harm. I see eyes of hope. Forgiving eyes whom bear no grudge because all they want is love and affection. They dont know what they have done yet they endure what we humans do(correction..they endure what the scumbags dish out to them) Edited December 5, 2009 by stonebridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmolo Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 I have seen many dogs like this- its horrible. The ones i have seen were all seized from properties- not strays. Disgusting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tapua Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 (edited) This is just horrible - but with kindness, compassion and hope this little darling should be OK in time. ---------------------------- TAPUA LABRADOR RETRIEVERS Edited December 5, 2009 by Tapua Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrinaJ Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 OMG that poor little baby. How anyone can do that is beyond my comprehension... I hope he makes a complete recovery (physically and mentally) and finds his loving forever home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs T Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 A Good News Update I'm the lucky foster mum. The newspaper photo was taken nearly three weeks ago and puppy is recovering better than anyone expected. He has gained 4.5kg since then and has been home with me for 10 days. These photos were taken at the two week mark, and he looks healthier every day. He has plenty of puppy energy for playing with my German Shep X and he's always ready and willing to give cuddles to humans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 (edited) MrsT ..... Welcome to DOL and thank you for posting. There are many people who will go to bed with lighter hearts for your up-date. If the well-wishes coming from here are to count, your new family addition will bounce to full recovery in no time. That is certainly what we all hope for and it is good to see in your pup's eyes his faith in 'hope' restored . And his name is ...... ? Edited December 5, 2009 by Erny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tilly Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 It always amazes me what a little food and love can do ... he looks wonderful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs T Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 And his name is ...... ? A shelter worker called him 'Fatso' , we're calling him 'Puppy'. I'm glad I googled for the newspaper article to get the before photo. That how I found this forum and I couldn't resist sharing the photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mags Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 Thank you for sharing - definitely a good luck story for a very lovely puppy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nellbell Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 Its great to see how well he looks now, and happy. Well done Mrs T. what an improvement, poor little boy. I don't understand how anyone could let a living soul get to that state. Thank you all you wonderful people in rescue, you are all amazing people. You restore my faith in humanity. And that's a tough call for me sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitty Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 what a great improvement in a short time... he looks so much happier in the more recent photos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 A Good News UpdateI'm the lucky foster mum. The newspaper photo was taken nearly three weeks ago and puppy is recovering better than anyone expected. He has gained 4.5kg since then and has been home with me for 10 days. These photos were taken at the two week mark, and he looks healthier every day. He has plenty of puppy energy for playing with my German Shep X and he's always ready and willing to give cuddles to humans I managed to hold the tears in until I read your post and saw your wonderful photos, now I am a blubbering mess! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the wonderful wonderful job you are doing with that little boy, I am so happy to know he now knows how love feels and his past will be erased by the wonderful future your are creating for him. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parkeyre Posted December 5, 2009 Author Share Posted December 5, 2009 Mrs T. Welcome to DOL. My name is Bonnie. I live in Whyalla. Is there anything I can do to help you with the puppy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooBooBear Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 (edited) This makes me sick to the stomach and brings tears to my eyes. Poor little sweetheart :D ;) I SERIOUSLY just do not understand where some people come from, it's heartbreaking to say the least ;) These people need to be dealt with seriously by the law, a bit of the same treatment could work - lock them up, no food, no water, see how it feels Dogs truly are the sweetest, kindest beings who want nothing more than to be loved - it's not hard, it really isn't..... Edited to add: Mrs T you are what makes the world go round, a true Christmas angel, thank you!!! :D Edited December 5, 2009 by BooBooBear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erny Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 A shelter worker called him 'Fatso' :D I'm so glad that his current situation enables me to be able to giggle at that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarope Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 Poor pup :D Hang the bastard who did this. :D ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leithy Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 He looks so much better now he's put some condition on. I used to go to Whyalla for university, I thought mis treatment on animals wasn't happening <to that extent...> in Whyalla. I've heard some horror stories in Port Augusta, <where I Live> over the past three years. He's a beautiful puppy, he must love you to bits!! He might not want to leave you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelissaS Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 Mrs T thank you so very much. Poor little bubba- so awful. His life certainly has turned around. The new photos are awesome. The change is amazing and he is a beautiful pup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Willow Posted December 7, 2009 Share Posted December 7, 2009 Nice work Mrs T!!! Keep us updated on his progress!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted December 7, 2009 Share Posted December 7, 2009 He looks wonderful.. and so does the look in his eyes. Well done Mrs T! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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