The rescuer thought it was just another day but something made him stop and think deeply about himself. He saw a small hard to see figure fighting beneath the water’s surface. He did not move. A sad cry of pain filled the air. Because of his determination the Savior ran for the sound source. His heart was beating fast.
He discovered a phenomenon beyond human comprehension. As it lay helpless in the water the dog fought for its last breaths. It was a mix of pain and fear that came out of his body. He let out a quiet scream that filled his eyes with so much emotion that they hurt. He then looked up at the person who had come to help him. The person who had come to help him appeared to be pleading “Please don’t hurt me.”
At the moment I feel so lost and powerless. Why are you coming? Are you here to make my pain worse, or are you here to really help me? The person who saved the dog experienced a profound sense of connection with it as if their souls were inseparable. He could tell that the dog was very nervous. He felt completely hopeless and longed for someone to find kindness in their heart. He kneeled down next to him and spoke softly to comfort him.
The Rescue and Initial Trauma
When the dog stopped its body tensed up but stayed still. He was totally worn out and felt like he had no willpower left. The person who saved him gently held him in his arms. The rescuer could feel a slight weakness in the dog’s body. The dog’s weakness stemmed from exhaustion and a broken spirit, as it had only experienced hardships. The savior later said, “This moment sums up meeting a dog during the worst time of his life.”
That’s exactly what it was. Their hearts were heavy with worry and they hurried to the closest vet as fast as they could. Their concern extended beyond the dog’s inability to move. The deep mental and physical wounds this unhappy person carried were too heavy to bear. When the doctor checked him out the news hit the rescuer with all the weight of their worst fears. With a sorrowful expression the veterinarian declared, “His injuries were intentional”. Someone struck him with a shovel, most likely trying to take his life.” The words resonated deeply with the Savior and profoundly impacted him.
The Formation of a Bond
What kind of person could have such a cruel personality? This weak creature is already frightened and sensitive. This weak creature has endured unimaginable pain due to the actions of another individual. I felt terrible about his cuts. He could no longer walk because his back legs were so badly hurt. Despite his physical injuries the rescuer’s heart was broken by the sadness and fear in his eyes. It is clear that this dog has never felt the warmth of love from another person.
Underneath his fear he had always been strange when it came to sympathy or the soft touch of a hand. He was looking at the Savior with a tiny bit of hope as if he were brave enough to think that maybe just maybe he had finally found someone who wouldn’t hurt him. The person who saved the dog stayed by its side every day. At first they just sat there together one with the other. It looked like the dog was on the right track to getting his trust back and learning what it means to be safe.
Every day their link got stronger weaving together memories and things they knew but didn’t say. Then all of a sudden something amazing happened something the Savior had begun to think would never happen. The dog moved again but this time each step was shaky and weak. Moving forward though every step was a sign of progress a strong reminder of the dog’s unwavering determination to stay alive. As his health got better every day brought a new part of his life full of chances and hope.
A Challenging Healing Journey
A kind woman named Daniel came into his life and offered to raise him. Daniel was new to being a dog mom and when she saw him for the first time she knew it was the same scared puppy that the savior had found. His body was still weak and as it got better he felt both vulnerable and anxious. But when Daniel was at his weakest he found that he couldn’t stop the laughter that his strange personality caused.
Even though he was weak he could make her laugh by being silly. His legs were weak but he loved sticks so much that he’d run around with a contagious smile on his face. Daniel felt a strong connection with him but she wasn’t sure how she felt about him. We knew that bigger problems were just around the corner. His old wounds began to surface awakening a flood of long buried feelings.
He felt the same wave of unease all the time especially when he was around new people. This nervousness usually showed up as anger. Instead of being angry the dog began to bite out of deep fear. This was a natural defense mechanism for a dog that had experienced so much pain in the past. It broke her heart to see Daniel suffer but she was determined not to give up. She put a muzzle on him not because she was mad but because she wanted to make sure he and other people were safe.
The Triumph of Love and Healing
Daniel always went after him. Daniel gradually helped him feel better about himself and less anxious around other people. The event was interesting. At times she experienced doubts and questioned her own abilities. However she persevered understanding that beneath all the stress lay a dog yearning for love and connection. Keep the gift she gave him safe.
Daniel often told me “I knew he loved me as much as I loved him.” This showed how close we were. It was at that moment that I knew I couldn’t bear to lose him. Because she was so patient and dedicated the dog slowly revealed his sweet personality every day and she saw a beautiful transformation. As he healed his body he also healed his soul. The person who saved Daniel felt both pleased and worried when he heard that Daniel had chosen to adopt him.
The dog had come a long way but his reactive tendencies still showed up now and then. When it was time for the Savior to arrive they moved slowly. They were very careful to follow the rules making sure there were no close approaches rapid movements and definitely no hands or faces nearby. But to everyone’s surprise the dog didn’t expect such extreme care.
Seeing the person who had saved him made him feel like he knew them right away like the person’s very core was stirring in his soul. He went from being a scared dog to one where his tail started to wag and he jumped with real joy a striking change. The savior saw the dog now bright and full of life jumping around happily with tears in his eyes. Now he has found a stable home. He had gone from the worst time he could remember to the best days he could have ever imagined. This path was full of pain and healing. In the end a huge amount of kindness.
Daniel stopped to think about their road together as he watched Daniel play with the other dogs and run around. His happiness was clear everywhere. He had gone from being scared to being open to the world with a broken heart. “I don’t want a normal dog,” Daniel said with a smile on his face. “I really want a happy friend and it feels like I have found one.” He showed her in his eyes that they had saved each other like no one else by their deep bond.
