Miraculously Surviving: The Poor Dog's Incredible Journey to Overcome Severe Malnourishment
All the odds were against one dog, but he keeps getting stronger.
In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on July 4, Libre was discovered to be severely malnourished and clinging to life. He was “cared for” by a breeder while residing on a farm. The awful nature of Libre’s condition was discovered by a woman who saw the pup and sent a picture of him to the rescue organization, leading to Libre’s eventual placement with Speranza Animal Rescue. After Libre’s breeder turned him in, the woman was told to take him to the vet.
A Boston terrier by breed, Libre didn’t resemble one at all. He was diagnosed with severe demodectic mange at the age of barely 7 weeks, along with a number of secondary infections, leaving him bald and crusty. According to the rescue team, he had maggots implanted deep in his body in addition to eye ulcers. He had little hope of surviving.
The puppy would require a miracle to survive, according to doctors, who presumed that Libre’s rescue wished to let him go. Libre, whose name means “free,” was supported by the rescue because they believed in him and persisted with their decision.
On Facebook, the rescue said, “If he didn’t have the will to survive, he would have passed away a week ago.” He should be given the chance to live a life. He deserves the opportunity to ultimately have a regular dog life.
The Dillsburg Veterinary Center, which frequently collaborates with Speranza Animal Rescue, received Libre after he made it through his first night of survival and helped him continue his recovery there.
Libre’s open wounds and infections were attended to by the veterinary clinic, who administered antibiotics. Following the removal of the maggots from his skin, he began laser therapy to help treat his mange. Even when being hand-fed, he was able to raise his head and devour his moist food with enthusiasm.
Libre had made progress, but she was still in a very precarious situation. A refusal to drink on his own and changes in his body temperature were among the unsettling setbacks that marred his progress. According to the veterinary hospital’s updates, he seemed sad and drowsy.
However, Libre was unyielding. He first stood on all four feet for a few seconds at a time before progressing to larger periods of time. He then started to sit up by himself.
As Libre’s tale gained popularity online, an enormous show of solidarity manifested itself in the shape of gifts, care packages, messages, toys, prayers, and even a blanket with his name sewn on it.
Because of all the love and encouragement he received, Libre was able to keep improving and is now able to walk. He enjoys nothing more than being outside, engaging with the world, and discovering it for the first time.
