It’s utterly heart-wrenching to witness dogs treated merely as breeding machines by merciless owners. These dogs often endure severe neglect, abuse, and abandonment once they’re no longer useful for breeding.
Owners capable of such cruelty shouldn’t be allowed to keep pets and deserve strict penalties for their actions. This story sheds light on one such dog, Ducky, who was discarded by his owners due to reasons beyond his control but fortunately, fate had a different plan.
Ducky’s Journey from Neglect to Love
Meet Ducky through Lil Rascals Dog Rescue
Ducky’s life took a hopeful turn when Colin encountered him at Lil Rascals Dog Rescue in Florida. She instantly fell in love with Ducky and decided to foster him until a permanent home was found.
The rescue staff shared that Ducky’s previous owners had intended to use him for breeding. However, they abandoned these plans upon discovering that Ducky had several medical issues. As Colin explained in her interview with GeoBeats Animals, “They just didn’t want to bother with his medical complications, which we’ve since addressed.”
Colin’s Commitment to Ducky’s Health
Upon taking Ducky in, Colin realized the extent of his health problems, which included skin and eye infections and a painful condition causing his eyelids to turn inward. She dedicated herself to his recovery, accompanying him through every step of his treatment.
Ducky, the Beacon of Joy
Source: GeoBeats Animals
Adapting to a New Life
Ducky adjusted remarkably well in Colin’s Florida home, quickly becoming comfortable with everyone. Colin felt a deep connection, noting, “I think she knew right from the start that I was here to help protect and keep her safe.”
Ducky soon met Mako, Colin’s first foster dog, who became a permanent member of the family after failing to find a new home. They immediately hit it off, spending their days playing and enjoying each other’s company.
However, the dynamics with Kona, the second dog in the household, were slightly different. Kona was somewhat jealous, feeling overshadowed by Ducky, which sometimes led to a sullen demeanor. Despite this, they managed to coexist peacefully, even if they didn’t play as much.
Source: GeoBeats AnimalsSaying Goodbye to Ducky
When it was time for Ducky to move to his forever home, Colin faced the emotional challenge of parting with him. Despite her sadness, she found comfort in knowing that Ducky was not being abandoned again but was moving on to a loving family.
Colin reflected on the experience, expressing a sentiment common among foster parents: “I wish we could make sure they knew they’re not being abandoned again.”
Ducky’s story is a testament to the resilience of abused animals and the transformative power of compassiona
