In the heartwarming world of animal rescue, stories of hope and resilience shine bright, often against the darkest of backdrops. Such is the tale of a mastiff named Mildred. Once rescued, this malnourished mastiff was brought back from the brink of starvation. Now, she leads a life of health and happiness.
Because Mildred was malnourished and emaciated, rescuers wasted no time whisking Mildred away to safety. First, Mildred was examined by a team of dedicated veterinarians. Then, the challenging journey of nourishing her starved body back to health began. It would not be an easy task. Months of neglect had taken their toll. It was a long road to a full recovery. Her story serves as a testament to the power of love and compassion.
Below is a video as seen on Facebook and credited to Allison Ellis.
How many dogs are at risk of becoming malnourished each year?
On the flip side
As reported by the Morris Animal Foundation, “Recent statistics classify the majority of pets in the United States – about 56% of dogs and 60% of cats — as overweight or obese. Along with our house pets, an estimated 30% of horses are now obese, too. What is Obesity? Dogs are overweight when they weigh 10%-30% above their ideal body weight”.
This article is about an obese dog..https://happymutt.org/dog-on-a-diet-to-save-his-life/