Unlike many other family pets, Bale faced significant challenges early in his life.
He endured numerous hardships before discovering a loving home. Yet, even after his rescue, he struggled to feel comfortable adapting to a typical dog’s lifestyle.
His troubled history left him fearful of nearly everything—he exhibited reactive behavior towards other dogs, objects, and especially people.
His new mom, Amy, eventually discovered the key to helping him conquer his fears!
Difficult Beginnings
Before meeting Amy and her husband, Bale spent time as a shelter dog, rescued from a desolate area. His rescuers reported that he was found in terrible condition.
Bale was abandoned by his previous owners, who tied him to a garbage bin as a puppy. This traumatic experience left deep emotional scars that still affect him today.
“He was taken there after someone found him tied to a bin and left behind as a pup,” Amy shared on Instagram.
Lack of socialization and training left Bale frightened of nearly everything.
“He was petrified of people and would get startled by dogs, noises, and just about anything unfamiliar,” Amy explained to The Dodo.
Interacting with anyone or anything unfamiliar was nearly impossible for him. He wouldn’t let people touch him and would bark at anyone who ventured too close.
The Importance of Love and Understanding
The first step towards Bale’s recovery was a change of environment. Initially, he and his family lived in a noisy high-rise on the 36th floor. After relocating to a ground-floor apartment with a garden, he began to show progress.
Bale felt more at ease and started to enjoy his surroundings, but that alone wasn’t enough to alleviate his fears.
With the assistance of a professional dog trainer, Amy began muzzle-training Bale. The muzzle allowed her to take him out around other dogs and people, which led to encouraging outcomes.
As time passed, Amy discovered something surprising! Bale wouldn’t react negatively towards people if they were accompanied by a dog.
Whenever a dog owner approached him, he reacted calmly and would eventually warm up to both the person and their dog, which was truly wonderful!
This revelation motivated Amy to create a supportive community for Bale, allowing him to forge trust. Before long, he had made numerous new friends!
Community Support
Thanks to Amy’s unwavering dedication, Bale blossomed into a lovable companion. Although he still deals with some reactivity, he has learned to make friends.
“He has made many friends since then, showing remarkable progress. He still has moments of reactivity, but we understand him better and can handle stressful encounters more effectively,” Amy remarked on Instagram.
Bale’s life has transformed completely, and he now enjoys embarking on new adventures without the fear of unfamiliar experiences.
Unfortunately, Bale and his family are about to embark on a new adventure as they prepare to move to another country for a job opportunity.
In a heartfelt gesture of thanks to the incredible community that supported them, they planned a farewell party for Bale and all his friends. It was a fitting tribute to acknowledge all that Bale has accomplished alongside his cherished companions.
While change can be tough, Amy and her husband remain optimistic that Bale will soon find new pals to treasure. However, the memories of his old friends will always remain dear to him!
Follow Bale and Amy’s journey on their official Instagram, and stay updated with their thrilling escapades!
