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Today’s tear-jerking rescue story is that of pup Betty. Finding a furever home is a dream come true for any shelter dog, and the adorable Akbash dog, Betty, is no exception.
Betty was found hiding in a tree near a busy road in Temple, Texas, in December 2022, and was rescued by Joy Bastow, co-founder of animal rescue service Healing Hearts Rehab.
Betty’s Happy Zoomies
Betty’s joyful zoomies upon being adopted by her new family have melted hearts online. In a heartwarming video shared by Bastow on TikTok, Betty can be seen dashing around the animal shelter with her tail wagging happily.
The former stray playfully jumps up on shelter workers before zooming back and forth across the room.
Betty’s New Home
Betty’s new family has four acres of land where she can run and play. According to Bastow, Betty is “dog, cat, kid, and livestock friendly,” making her a true pleasure to be around.
Her new owners are even training her to protect their sheep, a task for which the Akbash breed is known for excelling at.
Betty’s Rescue and Rehabilitation
When Betty was rescued, she was suffering from a severe vaginal prolapse, which the vet said was likely caused by hormones during a heat cycle and straining.
She also had anemia, a urinary tract infection, an elevated white blood cell count, and hookworms in her intestines.
Thanks to the care and love provided by Healing Hearts Rehab, Betty received surgery to fix the prolapse, as well as antibiotics and vaccinations.
Betty’s Adoption Story
Betty’s adoption story is a heartwarming reminder of the positive impact that animal rescue and adoption can have on the lives of shelter pets.
While it’s unclear how Betty ended up in such a terrible situation to begin with, we’re so happy that she’s healthy and happy now.
It’s heartwarming to know that there are people like Joy Bastow and her team at Healing Hearts Rehab who work tirelessly to rescue and rehabilitate animals like Betty.
In a world where millions of dogs enter animal shelters each year, it’s important to remember that adoption can make all the difference in the life of a shelter pet.
Betty’s story is a reminder of the joy and love that shelter dogs can bring into our lives.
@joybastow Wohooooo!!!! We are so happy for Betty!!!! 🙌🏼🐾🙌🏼🐾🙌🏼 #fyp #foryou #adoption #healingheartrehab ♬ Celebration – Kool & The Gang
We hope you enjoyed today’s story- please do share it on your social media to raise awareness on the importance of animal welfare organizations and adoption.
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