When Prue, the founder of an animal shelter by the name of Mission Pawsible, went to a local market, she heard some pretty upsetting noise.
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“What’s that noise?” Prue wondered aloud, her brow furrowing as she tried to pinpoint the source of the distress.
Her friend, Sarah, who accompanied her to the market, tilted her head. “I think it’s coming from over there,” she said, nodding towards a cluster of stalls nearby.
With determined strides, Prue followed the sound, her heart sinking with each whimper that reached her ears. As she approached, the cries grew louder, more desperate.
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“There!” Sarah exclaimed, pointing towards a cardboard box tucked away in a corner.
Prue’s heart clenched as she peered into the box. Nestled within, trembling with fear, was a tiny pup, her eyes wide with terror.
“Oh, poor thing,” Prue murmured, reaching out a tentative hand towards the pup.
The pup, later named Dolly, recoiled at Prue’s touch, squeezing herself tighter into the confines of the box.
“We need to help her,” Prue declared, determination flashing in her eyes.
Rescue Mission
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The pup was extremely frightened and managed to find herself shelter inside a box so that she could hide away from the world. When Prue found her, she noticed that Dolly’s skin was completely plagued by scabies.
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“I’ll lure her out,” Prue said, her voice resolute. “You keep watch.”
With gentle coaxing and soft words of reassurance, Prue managed to convince Dolly to emerge from her hiding spot. But just as Prue reached out to scoop her up, Dolly darted away, seeking refuge in the nearest shelter – a public toilet.
For Prue, this was the perfect place to capture this pup and finally take her somewhere safe.
“We can’t leave her in there,” Prue said, determination flashing in her eyes. “We’ll figure something out.”
With steady hands and a heart full of compassion, Prue approached the stall where Dolly had sought refuge. Closing the door behind her, she knelt down and extended a hand towards the trembling pup.
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“It’s okay, little one,” Prue murmured, her voice gentle. “You’re safe now.”
With patience and perseverance, Prue managed to earn Dolly’s trust. Slowly but surely, she coaxed the pup out of the stall and into the waiting safety of a kennel.
“All I wanted to do was work quickly to get her out of there. And we did that to the best of our ability,” Prue later recounted to Cuddle Buddies.
New Life
At the clinic, Dolly was given the medical attention she so desperately needed.
“We did have her medicated for her scabies because it was so incredibly bad. But we wanted to give her as much relief as possible as soon as possible,” Prue explained.
With Prue’s loving care and the companionship of her new furry friends, Dolly began to blossom. Her fur grew back, her eyes sparkled with newfound joy, and her once trembling form was now filled with confidence.
“One day, my dogs were up on the couch they’re all having scratches, Dolly would look on curiously and be like ‘Okay, I think I would like a bit of that scratching stuff’. Eventually, she did come forward and it was a very special moment,” Prue shared.
With each passing day, Dolly grew stronger, happier, and more confident in her newfound home.
One Happy Pup
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Today, Dolly is a picture of health and happiness. Her days are filled with sunshine, laughter, and the boundless love of her human and furry companions.
“She loves spending time running around and playing with any two or four-legged friend she comes across,” Prue beamed.
It is truly incredible to see the transformation that love can bring. From a frightened, trembling pup to a vibrant, joyful companion, Dolly’s journey is a testament to the power of compassion and kindness.
As Prue watches Dolly play in the sunshine, her heart swells with gratitude. For in rescuing Dolly, she has not only saved a life but also found a friend for life.
To all the heroes out there who selflessly dedicate their time and love to animals in need, Prue has a simple message:
“You guys are real heroes!”