Starving dog found with can around neck
A starving dog with a coffee can around her neck was dropped off Sunday at Dallas Animal Services, along with a second dog who appeared to be looking after her.
Both dogs were brought to the shelter by a citizen who who didn’t wish to be identified. He said he found the two dogs.
Officials at the shelter say the emaciated dog, named Java by its rescuers, has had the can around her neck for some time. It had cut into her ears, nearly severing one. The can was removed and Java was transferred to Metro Paws Animal Hospital for treatment.
The shelter posted on its Facebook page that “the next few days are critical. We have to get her stable enough for surgery and watch out for organ failure due to her starved condition. But that tail is wagging.”
Donations for her treatment are being accepted by Metro Paws or through the Animal Allies of Texas.
The second dog, who was dubbed Joshua, is healthy and up for adoption.
“He was shy and frightened at all that was going on,” the Facebook post says, “but he was determined to be a reassuring presence for the girl.”
(Photo: Dallas Animal Services)
Posted by jwoestendiek October 30th, 2012 under Muttsblog.
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Comments
Comment from Sandy
Time October 30, 2012 at 4:15 pm
I agree with Pat. She will need him to fully recover. Could they possibly be adopted together?
Comment from James Lewis
Time October 31, 2012 at 8:12 am
It’s an animal love story. Keep them together
Comment from smoketoomuch
Time October 31, 2012 at 9:42 am
I agree with Pat and Sandy above, removing Joshua from the scene will doubtless adversely affect Java’s recovery. It’s called “Common sense” people – use it.
Comment from Pat
Time October 30, 2012 at 2:35 pm
I would hope you would know enough not adopt Joshua out until Java is rehabilitated. It seems from your story Joshua was looking after her – she could be adversely effected if Joshua is not there for her after surgery and during her rehab.