Shohei is a three-year-old Pit Bull in Huntington, WV, who needs $1,300 for spinal injury diagnosis and care.

For months poor Shohei was confused, frustrated, and unable to walk.

Heather A., the president of One by One Animal Advocates, tells Waggle she was shocked when she heard the dog's backstory. "One of the shelters we work with contacted us. We were told he had owners, but he was hit by a car, and they never sought medical care. They kept him and, two months later, surrendered him to the shelter. He had no use of his back legs," Heather says.

The nonprofit group took him in immediately. Heather says she was even more stunned to learn after all Shohei has been through, he has an incredible zest for life. "His story itself is devastating, and once you meet Shohei, it's more devastating because he's the happiest, most loving dog."

One by One Animal Advocates rushed Shohei to the Proctorville Animal Clinic for a complete medical workup and X-rays to diagnose his injuries. "Shohei had to be sedated for his X-rays because he was wiggling around and licking everyone. He was so happy to be pet, get love and attention," Heather says.

The X-rays revealed the trauma from being struck by the car caused two discs in his back to smashed together. Sadly, he cannot walk, and there is no treatment or surgery to fix his injury, but Shohei is not in pain.

Knowing Shohei has so much enthusiasm for life, the group decided to see how he would do using some assistance to get around.

"We have a temporary cart that was donated to us. It doesn't quite fit him, but we wanted to see if he'd accept it. Not only does he accept it, he's thrilled with it. When he sees the cart, he starts wiggling. He knows how much it changes his life," Heather adds. "When he's in it, he runs. The vet techs have to race to keep up with him. He plays ball. He goes out for ice cream socials. He's a perfect cart candidate."

One by One Animal Advocates specializes in saving sick and injured dogs and relies 100% on donations. They're hoping to be able to pay all of Shohei's veterinary bills so they can continue to help him, and all the other animals they rescue.

"To be given an opportunity to see Shohei be a dog again just makes me cry," Heather says. "He is one of those dogs that proves how resilient animals are how they make the best of their situation. With your donations, we will have the ability to turn this tragedy into a happy outcome."