A midnight rescue for an abandoned senior dog in terrible condition.

This little guy was a midnight save by Castaway Critters. Someone spotted him wandering the streets, and when they went to pick him up, he somehow escaped again. Then, in what feels like pure fate, he wandered directly in front of the rescuers of Castaway Critter's vehicle. Right place. Right time.

Once they got him safe, they realized just how much he had been suffering.

His fur was among the worst matting they'd ever seen—so severe that his feet had turned purple from restricted circulation. His nails were painfully overgrown, forcing him to walk on them instead of his paw pads. He has a painful wound on his back, a serious skin infection, significant hearing loss, and impaired vision. His teeth also desperately need attention.

Their first steps were to de-flea him and scan for a microchip. And thankfully, he had one.

That's when they learned this little guy is 14 years old and was once known as Kipper. Unfortunately, his owner's information is outdated. They have no idea how long he has been on his own or how he survived in this condition.

But one thing is clear: an elderly, hearing-impaired, vision-impaired dog covered in severely neglected fur and overgrown nails did not simply end up this way overnight. Someone knew him. Someone was responsible for him.

For now, they're focusing on getting Kipper comfortable, treating his skin infection and injuries, addressing his dental needs, and giving this senior boy the care he should have received long ago.

His medical needs are significant, and Castaway Critters is asking for your help. Please consider donating toward Kipper's veterinary care, medications, grooming, dental treatment, and recovery. Every dollar, no matter the size, helps give him the comfort and dignity he deserves.

We want Kipper to know that his life matters—and that from this point forward, he is safe.