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Dog Is Found In The Streets On The Brink Of Death, Makes A Miraculous Recovery
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Dog Is Found In The Streets On The Brink Of Death, Makes A Miraculous Recovery

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“Don’t they know it’s Christmas time at all?“ echo the words of a famous pop song when right before Christmas, a starved, emaciated lurcher was found by Animal Welfare officers in Blythe, Northumberland. The pup was callously dropped on the street where it was found and had apparently been left for dead. The condition of the poor pooch was appalling: almost literally skin and bones, dried out and an easily-visible ribcage, nearly no hair, and weighing 24 lbs (10,88 kgs), which is half the weight she should weigh. The dog which was named Tiggy by Berwick Animal Rescue Kennels (B-A-R-K for short), who took her in and took care of her, might as well been called Twiggy at the time. Everyone was afraid that she won’t make it past Christmas. But the dog miraculously recovered thanks to the efforts of B-A-R-K and Jan Ross, their manager. And as the same pop-song still echoes – “ The greatest gift she’ll get this year is life.”

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The first moments

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Image credits: BerwickAnimalRescue

Image credits: BerwickAnimalRescue

The dog had special treatment since entering B-A-R-K. She had to live inside a home since Tiggy wasn’t fit for kennels in her condition. She looked as if she was dead. And, as Jan later expounded in the interview with Bored Panda, seeing the dog for the first time gave her mixed feelings of “shock, horror, fear, relief,” and “instant love for her fighting spirit”. While speculating for reasons as to why she has been left like this, nobody really has a clue. At first, they thought that she was severely ill, but it turned out she simply lacked the most basic treatment for parasites and food. They’ve been feeding her generously, and Tiggy is recovering by the day. The local community has also helped tremendously with financial donations, good wishes, and moral support.

Gaining strength

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Ever since, the story has caught attention, raising the curiosity of local news outlets and the internet alike as it was covered extensively on British newspapers, internet magazines, and TV. It has also caught the attention of the local community and the Northumberland County Council, who made a public appeal to find the culprits and any available clues or evidence on why Tiggy had been in left in such a terrible condition. “This is a shocking and inexcusable case of neglect and we are very keen to get to the bottom of how she came to be in such an emaciated condition and bring the person(s) responsible to account,” wrote the Council in their official letter. Jan added, “Tiggy is in great condition now but this could happen to another animal if those responsible are not brought to justice.”

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The recovery

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As for Tiggy, she’s been recovering fast. Jan assured, “She’s doing great… when she came a few days ago, she was over 39 lbs (18 kg), another couple of kilos, which will probably mainly be muscle, and she’ll be target weight. She has an amazing personality, her fears get smaller each day. When first she came in, she wouldn’t go out at all, then gradually she trusted to come into the garden with us and now today she races out there if the weather is nice, has to be called back in. (There is no way she’ll stay out there if there is just one spot of rain – she’s a bit of a diva that way) She has enjoyed walks at the beach, playing in the exercise area at the kennels and although she has had literally tens of donations of toys, she prefers the beat-up tennis ball.

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The upside

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And there’s great news about what’s going to happen next for Tiggy! She’s scheduled to get a new home! “She has a home to go to with two other rescue dogs. We hope that will be by the end of January.” And while she’s waiting for that day to come, she can’t complain about all the positive attention she gets currently: “Tiggy has had donations including food, collars, coats, jumpers, treats, and toys. She has a wardrobe most women would be proud of.” We wish the best for Tiggy, and we hope this is the start of a bright new beginning for her.

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Liam Walsh
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Breaks my heart to see an animal in this appalling state. So unnecessary. If, somehow, you end up with a pet you don't want then at least leave it with a rescue centre before it gets to this stage. Dump anonymously if you are worried about charges - but don't leave things until they are like this.

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AmandaEllite
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4 years ago (edited)

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Carrie de Luka
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hurts to look at that poor beautiful dog, thank you so much to the people who saved her. Long, happy life gorgeous Tiggy.

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Rachel Neye
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am amazed everyday by people's cruelty to other breathing creatures like them, the heart of man is desperately wicked

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Pseudo Puppy
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

.... and the human heart can be extraordinarily kind, as demonstrated by all of the many people who found / collected / medically treated / fed / walked / donated to this wonderful dog. Far more examples of kindness were shown her, by far more people, than by the few arseholes who inflicted such unnecessary neglect. (in NO way am I dismissing the cruelty inflicted on this lovely girl.... but I'd like to hope that there are more good people than bad)

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HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I heard about this dog a few weeks ago through the shelters i volunteer at, apparently people in the area know who did this, i myself will make some further enquires and see what happens. This is in no way acceptable and if i can make someone pay for this, believe me i will. I'm in a bad mood now.

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Julia Zar
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you have such opportunity...please do. I am with you on this with all my heart. Good luck. I hope you'll give them hell.

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FatBaby
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That last part when they said "The savior and the saved" was so deep because honestly the dog could be the savior and the human could be the saved and vise versa.

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tuzdayschild
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I clicked on this link because I had to see a picture of this poor baby healthy again. I honestly could not read the story but I want to see a healthy picture and know she was ok now.

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NQ L
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People that did this(are doing it to animals) should be severely punished. I'd love to carry out the punishment.

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Kwj
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rescues are the best :D I live in Denmark and rescued this lovely boy from Spain 2 years ago. He is the most loving and caring dog I have ever met! He knows nobody is ever going to hurt or leave him again and his affection and appreciation shows every day. He loves his new life and we love our handsome and funny boy very much <3 IMG_0574-5...257f41.jpg IMG_0574-5e219f2257f41.jpg

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Christina Uhlir
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and a man. - Mark Twain, American writer (1835 - 1910)

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Kwj
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4 years ago

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Penny Webster
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How anyone could be so cruel is beyond me. Tiggy is such a sweetheart. Love & Light to you precious girl, may the rest of your days be filled with pure joy Xx

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Normally I dislike animals in human clothing but even I have to admit the penguin jammies photo is pretty cute.

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Kathy Baylis
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have had pets my entire life, right now three cats and a dog—-all abandoned and rescued right off the street. Most importantly, all happy and healthy now. How anyone can see their pet suffer and just throw them away, as if they’re not living creatures, shows just how callous, inhumane, un-human, and totally worthless wastes of space some people are. I really hope Karma proves to be a particularly nasty b***h to them. It would be well and truly deserved.

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Christina Uhlir
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm grateful to people who take good care of their pets; I wholeheartedly wish humans would realize that animals on their dinner plates were cute, sentient beings as well, which wanted to live as much as we do. We do have a choice.

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Raine Soo
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was heartbreaking to see Tiggy's initial photos. How can some people be so cruel? I am ever so glad that she is on the mend. I hope that she has a wonderful life, filled with love, warmth, and food.

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OkaMuffin
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tiggy is an awesome and gorgeous doggo - she didn't deserve to be left out on the streets like that :(

karinajo avatar
Kwj
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rescues are the best :D I live in Denmark and rescued this lovely boy from Spain 2 years ago. He is the most loving and caring dog I have ever met! He knows nobody is ever going to hurt or leave him again and his affection and appreciation shows every day. He loves his new life and we love our handsome and funny boy very much <3 IMG_0574-5...6aeb6e.jpg IMG_0574-5e219f76aeb6e.jpg

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Dorothy Cloud
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It breaks my heart and at the same time, it makes me so angry. You can't tell me that NO ONE saw that poor dog & did nothing. Just couldn't happen!

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Martina Třešková
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazed that she was even still alive looking like that! She must have a hell of a spirit to keep the body going. Fantastic that she got help in time and a second chance at living. I hope she has a fantastic rest of life.

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Marnie
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The intro refers to the dog as a "pup", but this looks like an adult dog to me. Was there a mistake. In any case, it's hard to believe she survived. I hope they find and jail the people responsible for this. Heart-breaking.

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Dorothy Parker
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rescuing animals in need is an almost certain way to earn one's wings. Such a precious dog.

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Melissa Nunya
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those early pictures hurt my heart. So glad for the happy ending. The fact that that dog can trust humans again and part of what makes dogs so awesome

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Carol Roeder
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How can anyone live with themselves when they do something like this to such a beautiful animal? This is the time you hope and pray Karma comes and bites them a good one on the butt!

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natasha P.
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So hard to look at the pics when she was so underweight. It tugs at the heart strings so much.

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Jasmina Pavlovic
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mankind is doomed. The poor dog ... hope, she find a new home soon. 🐾

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Alice Laughs
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A terrier? and a greyhound is a super ugly combination but I love her.

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Russian Otaku
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4 years ago

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Shame they couldn't just leave it be, kill it, call animal control or so on when it's not a dog but nah BP and people love their animal prejudice and preferential treatment

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Liam Walsh
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Breaks my heart to see an animal in this appalling state. So unnecessary. If, somehow, you end up with a pet you don't want then at least leave it with a rescue centre before it gets to this stage. Dump anonymously if you are worried about charges - but don't leave things until they are like this.

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AmandaEllite
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4 years ago (edited)

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Hey, ✅✅ I'm bored! (⊙▂⊙) Let’s have a great time together (⊙▂⊙) ==>> ︆︆v︆︆.︆︆︆︆ht/W9X7

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Carrie de Luka
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hurts to look at that poor beautiful dog, thank you so much to the people who saved her. Long, happy life gorgeous Tiggy.

rachelneye avatar
Rachel Neye
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am amazed everyday by people's cruelty to other breathing creatures like them, the heart of man is desperately wicked

pseudo_puppy avatar
Pseudo Puppy
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

.... and the human heart can be extraordinarily kind, as demonstrated by all of the many people who found / collected / medically treated / fed / walked / donated to this wonderful dog. Far more examples of kindness were shown her, by far more people, than by the few arseholes who inflicted such unnecessary neglect. (in NO way am I dismissing the cruelty inflicted on this lovely girl.... but I'd like to hope that there are more good people than bad)

Load More Replies...
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HoffLensMetalHedLovesAnimalsUK
Community Member
4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I heard about this dog a few weeks ago through the shelters i volunteer at, apparently people in the area know who did this, i myself will make some further enquires and see what happens. This is in no way acceptable and if i can make someone pay for this, believe me i will. I'm in a bad mood now.

olszarj avatar
Julia Zar
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you have such opportunity...please do. I am with you on this with all my heart. Good luck. I hope you'll give them hell.

Load More Replies...
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FatBaby
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That last part when they said "The savior and the saved" was so deep because honestly the dog could be the savior and the human could be the saved and vise versa.

patriciaross avatar
tuzdayschild
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I clicked on this link because I had to see a picture of this poor baby healthy again. I honestly could not read the story but I want to see a healthy picture and know she was ok now.

nql avatar
NQ L
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People that did this(are doing it to animals) should be severely punished. I'd love to carry out the punishment.

karinajo avatar
Kwj
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rescues are the best :D I live in Denmark and rescued this lovely boy from Spain 2 years ago. He is the most loving and caring dog I have ever met! He knows nobody is ever going to hurt or leave him again and his affection and appreciation shows every day. He loves his new life and we love our handsome and funny boy very much <3 IMG_0574-5...257f41.jpg IMG_0574-5e219f2257f41.jpg

cjucz22 avatar
Christina Uhlir
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and a man. - Mark Twain, American writer (1835 - 1910)

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Kwj
Community Member
4 years ago

This comment has been deleted.

cjucz22 avatar
penster1 avatar
Penny Webster
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How anyone could be so cruel is beyond me. Tiggy is such a sweetheart. Love & Light to you precious girl, may the rest of your days be filled with pure joy Xx

captaindash avatar
Full Name
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Normally I dislike animals in human clothing but even I have to admit the penguin jammies photo is pretty cute.

snorincats avatar
Kathy Baylis
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have had pets my entire life, right now three cats and a dog—-all abandoned and rescued right off the street. Most importantly, all happy and healthy now. How anyone can see their pet suffer and just throw them away, as if they’re not living creatures, shows just how callous, inhumane, un-human, and totally worthless wastes of space some people are. I really hope Karma proves to be a particularly nasty b***h to them. It would be well and truly deserved.

cjucz22 avatar
Christina Uhlir
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm grateful to people who take good care of their pets; I wholeheartedly wish humans would realize that animals on their dinner plates were cute, sentient beings as well, which wanted to live as much as we do. We do have a choice.

Load More Replies...
lsoo avatar
Raine Soo
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was heartbreaking to see Tiggy's initial photos. How can some people be so cruel? I am ever so glad that she is on the mend. I hope that she has a wonderful life, filled with love, warmth, and food.

arandomfanficwriter avatar
OkaMuffin
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tiggy is an awesome and gorgeous doggo - she didn't deserve to be left out on the streets like that :(

karinajo avatar
Kwj
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rescues are the best :D I live in Denmark and rescued this lovely boy from Spain 2 years ago. He is the most loving and caring dog I have ever met! He knows nobody is ever going to hurt or leave him again and his affection and appreciation shows every day. He loves his new life and we love our handsome and funny boy very much <3 IMG_0574-5...6aeb6e.jpg IMG_0574-5e219f76aeb6e.jpg

dcloud1943 avatar
Dorothy Cloud
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It breaks my heart and at the same time, it makes me so angry. You can't tell me that NO ONE saw that poor dog & did nothing. Just couldn't happen!

em_1 avatar
Martina Třešková
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazed that she was even still alive looking like that! She must have a hell of a spirit to keep the body going. Fantastic that she got help in time and a second chance at living. I hope she has a fantastic rest of life.

marneederider40 avatar
Marnie
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The intro refers to the dog as a "pup", but this looks like an adult dog to me. Was there a mistake. In any case, it's hard to believe she survived. I hope they find and jail the people responsible for this. Heart-breaking.

shaynameidela avatar
Dorothy Parker
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Rescuing animals in need is an almost certain way to earn one's wings. Such a precious dog.

melissa_9 avatar
Melissa Nunya
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those early pictures hurt my heart. So glad for the happy ending. The fact that that dog can trust humans again and part of what makes dogs so awesome

firstbk50 avatar
Carol Roeder
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How can anyone live with themselves when they do something like this to such a beautiful animal? This is the time you hope and pray Karma comes and bites them a good one on the butt!

natashap_ avatar
natasha P.
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So hard to look at the pics when she was so underweight. It tugs at the heart strings so much.

sei-chan avatar
Jasmina Pavlovic
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mankind is doomed. The poor dog ... hope, she find a new home soon. 🐾

karanthalasa avatar
Alice Laughs
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A terrier? and a greyhound is a super ugly combination but I love her.

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Russian Otaku
Community Member
4 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Shame they couldn't just leave it be, kill it, call animal control or so on when it's not a dog but nah BP and people love their animal prejudice and preferential treatment

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