It’s not unusual to find various items in a dumpster, but discovering a living creature is certainly shocking! A passerby noticed unusual movement from inside one and, upon closer inspection, saw a tiny creature desperately in need of help. They quickly decided to take action.
Nova’s Tragic Backstory
“Who could leave a helpless animal in a dumpster?” This thought crossed the passerby’s mind before they swiftly took action, loading the dog into their car and taking him to PAWS Chicago. At that moment, Nova was covered with a tarp, making it difficult for rescuers to assess his condition, until they uncovered a horrifying truth!
“Last week, our team was heading into CACC when they saw a puppy, Nova, covered by a tarp sitting outside. A Good Samaritan had found him in a dumpster earlier and dropped him off there for help,” PAWS Chicago wrote in a Facebook post.
This unfortunate dog had a seriously infected leg that needed immediate medical attention, and the prognosis was grim. Sadly, Nova’s front leg had to be amputated to save his life. Although this was a devastating turn of events, it opened the door for a fresh start – and a new life awaited him!
Hello, World… I’m A Brand-New Boi Now
The Chicago couple, Charlie and his wife, were moved by Nova’s story and decided to give him a loving forever home, despite his disability. At first, Nova was quite shy, spending most of his time in his crate and observing the kindness around him. However, the real change soon began!
Nova adapted to his new environment, embracing his family wholeheartedly and even gaining a furry brother, Omar.
“He really feels comfortable at home and is just happy to be in a warm, safe place,” Charlie shared with GeoBeats Animals. Though Nova still occasionally faces challenges from his past, he remains a gentle spirit.
“He’s experienced a lot, carrying pain and mental scars, but he continues to be a sweet angel,” Charlie noted. With a sweet disposition and gentle nature, Nova cherishes each moment of his new life!
