We Went to Save One Puppy. We Couldn't Leave the Other Dog Behind

When D&A Animal Rescue set out to save a tiny puppy, we had no idea we would end up rescuing two dogs in desperate need of help.

It took several hours, but we finally managed to get the little puppy to safety. We believe she is only about 10 weeks old, and what we found broke our hearts. She was severely underweight and covered in fleas, a tiny baby who had clearly not been getting the care she needed. But she wasn't alone.

Standing nearby was an adult female dog who looked remarkably similar to the puppy. We don't know if she is the little one's mother, but one thing was immediately clear: she needed help, too.

The adult dog was also covered in fleas. Her paws had visible wounds, and her back legs were extremely swollen and red. She was terrified of us, skittish and frightened, and in desperate need of a veterinary examination.

We had come prepared to rescue one puppy. We hadn't planned for a second dog, and we didn't know what her medical needs would mean for our already stretched resources. But how could we walk away?

We had seen her suffering. We knew she needed help. And we couldn't bring the puppy to safety while leaving another vulnerable animal behind when we had the chance to save her, too. So we made the decision to rescue them both.

Meet Bella, the little puppy who deserves the chance to grow up healthy and happy, and Miley, the frightened adult dog who deserves relief from whatever is causing her pain. Now, both girls are safe with D&A Animal Rescue, but their journey is only beginning.

Bella needs veterinary care to address her low weight and flea infestation, along with an assessment of her overall health. Miley needs a thorough examination to determine what is causing the swelling and redness in her back legs and to treat the wounds on her paws. Both girls will need appropriate parasite treatment, and we must wait for their veterinary evaluations to understand the full extent of their medical needs.

We don't know what these dogs have endured or how long they have been struggling. We only know that they should never have had to reach this point before receiving help. Bella should be discovering the world, playing, and growing into a healthy young dog. Miley should be able to walk comfortably, feel safe around people, and experience kindness without fear. Instead, they are beginning their journey to recovery with significant needs and an uncertain road ahead.

This is where we need you.

D&A Animal Rescue stepped up for both dogs, even though the plan was to save just one. Now, we need help covering the veterinary examinations, medications, flea treatments, diagnostic testing, nutritious food, and ongoing care that Bella and Miley will need.

Every donation, no matter the amount, helps us give these girls the care they deserve. If you cannot donate, sharing their story can help us reach someone who can.

Please donate today to help Bella and Miley heal and give them the chance at a safer, healthier, happier life. ❤️🐾