Timing is said to be crucial, and this rings especially true for little Travolta.
Discovered by a big-hearted Uber driver on the roadside, Travolta was running out of time. He was emaciated, weary, and weighed only half of his expected weight, teetering on the brink of survival.
That day, a compassionate community rallied to assist this poor little creature. Unbeknownst to them, behind his frail exterior lay a remarkable spirit waiting to be unveiled!
Saved Just In Time
When Travolta arrived at the Kentucky Humane Society, his condition was alarming. His filthy coat was tangled in numerous spots.
The veterinary team reported that he registered the lowest possible body weight for a dog.
He was genuinely in peril due to extreme malnutrition. Travolta weighed merely 14 pounds instead of the normal 30 for his age. At around one year, he appeared as though he had never received proper care.
“Travolta has been receiving round-the-clock care in our veterinary ward since his arrival, and we are doing everything we can to save him,” stated the KHS team on Facebook.
In addition to his critical state, he had pressure sores, a widespread infection primarily affecting his right side, and was infested with maggots.
The veterinary staff suspected that Travolta had endured weeks of suffering alone until the Uber driver reached out to the Kentucky team.
The Path to Healing
Dr. Bewley, the lead vet responsible for Travolta, closely monitored his condition day and night. The critical initial days required constant attention from the team.
He received medications and small amounts of food every few hours.
The primary focus was on helping him regain lost weight and rebuild his muscles, enabling Travolta to walk again. Miraculously, just a few days later, this sweet boy took his first steps in a long while!
This was a profoundly moving moment for everyone present; witnessing Travolta regain his balance on paws that had previously been too sore and frail was genuinely uplifting.
“We are thrilled to see this lovely boy becoming mobile and revealing more of his charming personality,” KHS commented on the video.
After countless sleepless nights and dedicated efforts, Travolta achieved remarkable milestones. From that point forward, he made nothing but progress!
A Loving Forever Home
Dr. Bewley chose to foster Travolta. She welcomed him into her Kentucky home, where she resided with several rescue pups, and this little guy adjusted instantly!
He had already created a bond with his savior, his favorite vet, but being at home with Dr. B was an entirely new adventure.
He gradually shed his reservations, allowing his true personality to shine.
Beneath his tangled fur was a lively, playful boy eager to express himself. Now that he felt better, Travolta became the star entertainer of the foster family!
He quickly became attached to the family that embraced him, as if he had always belonged there, leading Dr. Bewley to make the most beautiful choice of all.
She decided to make Travolta a permanent member of her family! He was a foster fail from the very beginning, and now that he finally had the opportunity to be alongside his beloved caretaker, his new mom couldn’t possibly say no.
“Travolta is living his best life these days and accompanies Dr. B nearly everywhere,” remarked the KHS team.
A once-starving creature battling for survival, Travolta now thrives as a renewed dog, celebrating life with every step he takes!
