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PUGSLEY

Pugsley

In November 2023, we received a harrowing call about a terribly neglected dog with head injuries left under a tree.  Because of his pedigree, with think he may have been kept in a cage and used just for breeding.  We cleaned him up as best we could, and called him Pugsley.

Pugsley

WARNING - PUGLEY'S WOUNDS WERE SEVERE, SO PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR SOME DISTURBING IMAGES IF YOU SCROLL FURTHER.

Pugsley's Story

On 24 November 2023, we rescued the most heart-breaking case. We got a call from a young woman crying about a dog she had just found lying under a tree. She said it was in a terrible state and could she bring it to us. When we saw the video I didn't hesitate. She was quite far away but got the dog to us as soon as we could.

Pugsley when rescued

Pugsley when rescued

Pugsley after rescue

Pugsley after rescue

The dog is a shitzu and we think had maybe been used for breeding and kept in a cage as he has really long nails - clearly he hasn't walked in a while. His eye is severely infected and he has wounds all over his face which were crawling with maggots. It's actually difficult to even see his face.

Pugsley

Pugsley

Of course we have no idea what happened to him but its likely he was dumped for some reason and left to die. We have no idea how long he was lying where he was found.  Even when they were pulling off the dead skin and maggots he was attempting to wag his tail, showing his true, brave character.  He continues to respond to his treatment, and we hope when he 

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Pugsley adopted!

February 5, 2024
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Pugsley Adopted!Pugsley adoptedWe took Pugsley to his forever home today, 5 February 2024. Martin and Julianna were the ones that found him discarded with a terrible head wound, a popping out eye and so close to death it’s amazing he survived. They rushed him the 40 minutes it takes to get to the Sanctuary from Click to see post….

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