Underweight and emaciated, Annie didn't deserve this treatment. Will you be her hero?

Annie didn’t always have that name.

She came to Castaway Critters as “Grace,” a small 3.5-year-old Maltese taken as evidence in an active animal cruelty case. Because of that, much of her story must remain untold for now.

When Annie arrived, she was emaciated and underweight, her tiny body buried beneath overgrown, matted fur. The mats were so severe they pulled tightly against her skin, trapping diarrhea and causing painful irritation. Her skin was neglected, her body fighting parasites, and she carried brutal injuries. She was frightened of everything—every sound, every movement—and when she felt overwhelmed, she would bite out of fear, simply trying to protect herself in a world that had not been kind.

Annie’s journey is just beginning, and it will take time. She needs continued veterinary care, proper nutrition, grooming to relieve the discomfort of her matted coat, and patient rehabilitation to help her trust again. The cost of caring for a dog from such severe circumstances is significant, especially while her case remains ongoing.

We are asking for your help to give Annie the future she deserves.

Your donation will go directly toward her medical treatment, recovery, and the long process of helping her feel safe in the world again. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps Annie move one step further away from her past—and closer to a life filled with the love and security she has never known. Thank you.