While the shelter provides a wonderful environment filled with caring staff dedicated to making their stay enjoyable, the ultimate dream of every shelter animal is to find a loving forever home.
Despite the joy they find in friendship with their furry companions and the incredible humans around them, these animals yearn for the day they will meet a kind-hearted person who will adopt them and turn their hopes into reality.
One particular story stands out—meet Nora, a beautiful pup with a tale that’s quite unique.
Looks Aren’t Everything
Nora made her way to the Border Tails Rescue in Northbrook, Illinois. From the moment she stepped through the doors, this remarkable girl captured everyone’s attention.
With her stunning merle coat—a unique genetic pattern—Nora draws in admirers, making them take a second look and stop in their tracks!
However, not everything is as perfect as it appears.
Despite her breathtaking appearance, her unique coat has come at a cost: it has affected her sight.
Being a double merle means that she inherited two copies of the merle gene, which has led to some complications in her genetic makeup.
In most cases, having one merle gene is safe. However, when a dog has two, typically because both parents are merles, it heightens the risk they will be born with blindness or deafness.
“Many double Merle pups are often the unfortunate outcome of backyard breeding, where irresponsible owners prioritize profit over the health of their dogs and produce puppies based on desired traits,” says pet rescue advocate Rocky Kanaka.
For Nora, she was born blind. Yet, with her wonderful spirit, Nora has not let this challenge dampen her enthusiasm for life!
Living Life To The Fullest
What’s truly remarkable is that even with her difficult past, she remains an extraordinary pup.
The staff at the Illinois shelter describes this beautiful girl in one word: lovable! Not only does she possess stunning beauty, but she also has a sweet and gentle disposition that ensures her blindness doesn’t hinder her pursuit of happiness.
Nevertheless, she hasn’t completely escaped her past, as she faces some challenges regarding her confidence and behavior during mealtime.
Fortunately, Nora has been taken in by loving foster parents who are aiding her in overcoming these minor hurdles. However, what she truly needs is a forever home filled with kindness, love, and happiness.
If you’re open to welcoming a furry friend who will bring excitement and joy to your life, please check out Border Tails Rescue for more information.
