Two dogs at the center of a heartbreaking case of abandonment continue to get the veterinary care, love and attention they deserve. The one-year-old female (dubbed “Miracle” pictured above) and a four-month-old puppy (“Gracie” pictured below) are now in foster care and slowly recovering from the effects of malnutrition. Miracle, who also broke her hind leg after jumping out of a three-story window, is healing after undergoing orthopedic surgery to fix her broken bones.
Gracie suffered a minor setback this weekend and was briefly re-admitted to Cape Cod Veterinary Specialties after appearing sluggish and lethargic – a common occurrence following starvation – and is still in need of careful monitoring while she slowly begins to rebuild her body mass. However, she is now back in foster care and is doing well.
We would like to thank Forever Paws Animal Shelter of Fall River, New Bedford Animal Control Officer Manny Maciel and Cape Cod Veterinary Specialties for their help and collaboration in the rescue of these dogs. The Center for Animal Protection at the Animal Rescue League of Boston and New Bedford Animal Control continue to move forward in investigating persons of interest.
Lastly, thank you to the many generous donors who have helped to offset costs associated with the veterinary care, rehabilitation and fostering of Miracle and Gracie.
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is covering all costs associated with these dogs’ veterinary care, including spay surgery and all behavioral consultation. The puppy’s veterinary costs continue to rise and we are asking for the public’s support to help us continue to provide this critical care. Please click here to help.
Are these pups looking for forever homes? I am interested!
Thank you so much for the update! I can’t wait to hear about their forever homes. Their photos are so cute that they made me tear up!
Thank you for this wonderful update! So happy to hear they are making progress…love the photos. These dogs have touched my heart. Miracle & Gracie are ambassadors to their breed & their story should be used to counter the countless negative stories in the media about how “vicious” these dogs are. In reality the problem lies with the human owners. I pray they will continue to recover & find the loving homes they so deserve. Please keep us updated on their journey.
THANK YOU to all involved in saving & caring for these amazing dogs, you are doing a great job!
P.S. Would LOVE to see them stay together!
Thank you for the work that you do – everyday!
Is the puppy going to be up for adoption?
The puppy, Gracie, is currently in the care of Forever Paws Animal Shelter of Fall River and they are managing her ongoing care. If you contact them directly, they can inform you of their plans for her adoption.
Is there an update on Miracle and Gracie? Please let us know. Also to all that are interested in adopting them – there are so many homeless pets that are in desperate need of homes, please do not forget them. Bless those that aiding in their care!