Dog Looking Like A Stone Statue Transforms Into His True Handsome Self
A dog named Grinch was rescued and brought to a shelter based in South Texas. He was extremely sick, with all his hair gone, and his skin was scabby and had turned gray. The way he looked gave the appearance of a carved stone statue rather than a living, breathing dog.
Once he reached the shelter, the employees realized that he required more specialized care; otherwise, he would not survive. Therefore, they contacted Rescue Dogs Rock NYC to help them with Grinch.
Grinch in His State of Sickness
A volunteer and Texas team leader of Rescue Dogs Rock NYC, Randie Semel, shared with The Dodo, "He looked so sad and was in such deplorable condition that we obviously stood up and agreed to help. Not only were we unable to tell what type of dog he was, but it was clear that he had been suffering for quite some time."
"He looked more like a statue than a living creature," she said.
Grinch on the Road to Recovery
For over a month, Grinch underwent rigorous treatment to cure him of his skin ailment and to help him gain weight with the assistance of a local vet. After a month of treatment, he recovered and was then sent to the Northeast for placement in a foster home.
He arrived there in December. Although he was mostly cured, he still had a long way to go to recover from the ailments he contracted while living on the streets. "He was really shy and scared of everyone around him," Semel shared. "He sort of backed away from other dogs."
Grinch Regaining Health
Over time, with the love and care of his foster mom, Grinch regained his hair. He learned to trust people, gained confidence, and became playful.
"He’s absolutely thrived in his foster home, and he loves to play ball," Semel said. "He looks beautiful, and he loves to run and play."
Grinch Grew His Thick Fur Back
With the love and care spanning over five months since being rescued, Grinch has developed an amazing personality. He looks extremely beautiful now that he has regained his vigor and revealed his breed as well.
Since he has recovered so well, he has been placed in another foster home with the intention of adoption.
"The foster family is absolutely in love with him," Semel said. "He’s a very sweet dog. He loves all people."
Grinch All Healthy, in a Playful Mood
Grinch has become the happy, playful dog he was meant to be. His story shows that with love and care, anything is possible.
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