After enduring countless days on the streets, many stray dogs lose hope of ever finding joy in their lives.
Bobby was one of those unfortunate canines who had long given up on the possibility of a brighter future.
Wandering with a forlorn expression, he stared at the road, no longer expecting assistance from humans.
Reto, a compassionate dog rescuer and the founder of a shelter, was riding his motorcycle down the same path.
Upon noticing that the desperate dog had narrowly avoided being struck by other cyclists, Reto couldn’t just pass by.
He recognized that immediate action was needed to save the poor pup.
Rescuing the Dog
As Reto approached the pup, who was later named Bobby, he began to speak gently to him.
Overwhelmed by sadness upon seeing Bobby in person, Reto quickly realized the urgent need for intervention.
Bobby was in a dire state: emaciated, and with only a few sparse patches of fur scattered across his wrinkled skin.
Though the pup recognized he was in dire need of help, fear and mistrust of humans clouded his heart.
Fortunately, Reto was undeterred and successfully ensnared Bobby.
Without delay, he took the pup to the veterinarian for a thorough examination.
The poor canine remained visibly disheartened, failing to understand that his life was about to change for the better.
The veterinarian examined him thoroughly.
Bobby was found to have parasites, scabies, and a fungal infection, necessitating an extended stay at the clinic for treatment.
Reto was eager to provide Bobby with all the love he had missed during his time on the streets, but Bobby was still wary and not ready to accept it.
Whenever Reto or the staff at the clinic reached out to him, Bobby would attempt to bite them.
Reto understood that the pup simply needed time to heal and learn to trust again.
Bobby’s New Life at the Shelter
Once Bobby was released from the clinic, Reto brought him to the shelter.
The caring rescuer dedicated himself to Bobby’s recovery, spending quality time with him. He meticulously hand-fed him and offered encouraging words.
Slowly, Bobby began to appreciate the company of his rescuer.
Thanks to Reto’s kindness and empathy, Bobby’s heart began to shimmer with hope once again.
Three weeks later, he fully trusted Reto.
“… And this was the moment where his mind completely changed. From this beginning, he was a really friendly and lovely dog,” Reto recounted to The Dodo.
Realizing that life could indeed be beautiful, Bobby became a cheerful pup.
Finally convinced that a wonderful future awaited him, he embraced the changes in his life.
As time passed, the dog’s skin condition improved and soft fur started to grow back.
Just two months later, Bobby transformed into a stunning dog with a fluffy coat.
Bobby turned into a delightful cuddle bug, finding happiness in snuggling with Reto.
While he relishes the affection from his rescuer, Bobby’s heart longs for a loving family of his own.
With a hopeful smile on his face, Bobby waits for his forever home, wishing for a family to shower him with the love he truly deserves.
