Pumpkin is “determined” to help other pets with special needs lead lives full of adventure.
According toWalkin Pets, the tiny dog arrived at a rescue in Lincoln, England, when she was just a few weeks old. When rescuers first found Pumpkin, she was dragging her back legs behind her. A veterinary exam revealed that the puppy had a broken spine and two broken back legs, leaving the back half of her body paralyzed.
Veterinarians, who suspect Pumpkin’s injuries came from an act of animal cruelty, feared that the dog would never walk again. Now, 1-year-old and a whopping eight pounds, Pumpkin is back on her paws and helping other pets achieve their dreams.
“Pumpkin has completely changed our lives. She is a happy, determined pup - nothing holds her back. Her life is full of adventures and happiness,” Tammie Fox, Pumpkin’s owner, said.
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“Since owning Pumpkin and starting my charity, my whole perspective has completely changed. Disabled animals are amazing and inspiring. I am passionate about this and want to show the world that these animals deserve to live. Having a disability does not have to be a death sentence,” Fox added.
To learn more about Pumpkin’s charity, and how you can help the pup assist pets with special needs, visit the nonprofit’s Instagram.
source: people.com
