This Dog Was Saved From A House Of Horrors And Diagnosed With Cancer, And She Found A New Home In Time For The Holidays
A 12-year-old pup from Pennsylvania that was rescued from a “house of horrors” two months ago has finally found a loving new home.
The Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department received a complaint about a residence where both dogs and cats were reportedly living in disrepair.
The Pennsylvania SPCA’s Animal Law Enforcement team was informed of the complaint and visited the residence to assess the situation.
“When we went to check it out, it was worse than we could have imagined,” the Pennsylvania SPCA wrote in a Facebook post on October 18.
The residence was filled with excrement, trash, and several deceased animals. There was also a 12-year-old dog named Chessie, a boxer and weimaraner mix, that had been abandoned with barely any food or water.
“She was brought to our Philadelphia headquarters alongside another dog, five cats, and two pigeons. Our hearts broke for this old gal,” the Facebook post continued.
Chessie was suffering from a severe flea infestation, mammary masses, and a stiff gait. She was extremely nervous while being examined, too, and had to be sedated.
“At her age, we wondered what her life had been like. How long had she been waiting for help? We were so grateful that the Good Samaritan took the time and care to speak up. They saved her, and we saved her, too,” the Pennsylvania SPCA stated.
Following her rescue, Chessie gained back her confidence and comfort. The Facebook post sharing her story received hundreds of likes and shares, as the Pennsylvania SPCA asked for donations to help fund lifesaving missions for other dogs like her.
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Now, as of December 8, there has finally been an update on Chessie’s living situation. On Facebook, Main Line Animal Rescue (MLAR) reported that Chessie, their “sweet hospice girl,” had finally found a new home.
Chessie’s cancer diagnosis was heartbreaking, but one adopter visited the shelter and offered Chessie a loving and peaceful place to spend her final weeks or months of life.
“Not all heroes wear capes; some simply show up with hearts full of compassion for an old dog in need,” Main Line Animal Rescue said.
“To everyone who shared her story and to her extraordinary adopter: thank you for making her final chapter one of comfort and peace. Chessie’s journey reminds us of the power of love and the differences we can all make together, no matter how much time is left.”
Chessie’s happy ending, just in time for the holidays, touched the hearts of countless social media users. Main Line Animal Rescue’s Facebook post received over 2,000 likes and more than 300 comments from community members expressing their gratitude.
“This is the best news! Happy life, sweet girl, and thank you to her adopter for giving her a home,” said one commenter.
“I’m so happy she is at home now! It totally made my day! Thank you to her new, wonderful mom for opening her heart and home to such a deserving dog. A big thank you to all involved for advocating for her and being her voice,” wrote another.
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