Francis was found abandoned in a box near a dumpster one cold night in February. At first, they thought he was dead. He was cold and very still. However, they soon noticed that the pup seemed to be breathing…
Francis was brought to the local no-kill animal shelter, CARA. A visit to the vet confirmed that, while the pup was alive, he was trapped in a deep coma.
Though he was non-responsive, the people at CARA did everything they could to bring him back to health. He was kept warm and comfortable. And, on Valentine’s Day, a party was held in his honor.
Francis got many visitors. Big visitors…
…small ones…
… and even furry ones!
Many left Francis with Valentine’s cards full of kind words and well wishes.
With all this love, Francis began to take notice… and soon his eyes were opened.
With the help of a volunteer physical therapist, Francis’s recovery sped along. He went from opening his eyes and raising his head…
… to standing on his own…
… to walking!
This pup was a fighter.
More parties…
… fashion shows…
The people at CARA have chosen to keep him at the shelter as their mascot, rather than adopting him out to another family. He attends special events and helps with their fundraising efforts.
All grown up!
If you are inspired by this story, reach out! Donate your time or money at a local animal shelter, spay and neuter your pets, and keep an eye out for cardboard boxes that may at first look empty…
… and Francis says thank you!!!
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