Some animals arrive at shelters in heartbreaking condition, but with a little love their lives can totally turn around.
That was the case for one neglected dog, who was found nearly starving to death, but in the weeks since has been making incredible strides.
In September, the South Suburban Humane Society, in Illinois, took in a severely emaciated dog named Pumpkin. He was first found by a local resident who thought he was dying and brought him to the police.
Emily Klehm, CEO of the South Suburban Humane Society, told Newsweek that while they rescue many dogs, Pumpkin’s was an “extreme case” that left them speechless. “He was severely emaciated and unable to walk,” she said.
Photos show how unbelievably thin the dog was — it’s a miracle he survived at all.
Vets administered fluids and shaved his matted fur. Despite the rough start, he started to perk up and went into foster care with one of the shelter employees.
“Thankfully, we got him into foster care, where he is starting to improve and stand on his own again,” the shelter wrote on Facebook. “His journey is still long, but we are incredibly proud of him so far.”
Updates from the shelter show the remarkable improvement Pumpkin has made in just a short time. While he was unable to stand when they first found him, he can now walk around the yard on his own, wagging his tail
“This little man is so strong and getting better every single day,” the shelter wrote.
Though he’s still visibly thin, he has been slowly regaining weight. “This little man is progressing, and we cannot wait to see how much more he continues to improve!” South Suburban Humane Society wrote.
Pumpkin’s backstory is still unclear, but the shelter says he will be placed up for adoption once he gets medical clearance.
“Pumpkin will need a home that understands that he was severely neglected,” Klehm told Newsweek. “He doesn’t know how to be a dog, so everything from leash walking to toys are all new experiences for him. An experienced dog family would be best.”
In the meantime, he’s doing well and loves his foster home.
It’s heartbreaking that Pumpkin was neglected for so long, but we’re so glad he’s doing well and regaining weight — we hope he finds a forever home soon when he’s ready!
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Colombian Model Shares Heartwarming Images of Spouse in Eighth Month of Pregnancy
A Colombian model who is transgender shared a beautiful moment on Instagram recently, where she is seen kissing her husband’s eight-month baby bump. Danna Sultana, who identifies as female though assigned male at birth, is expecting a child with Esteban Landrau, who identifies as male though assigned female at birth.
The couple, deeply in love and boasting a large Instagram following, announced their pregnancy joyfully earlier this year. They revealed that their baby was conceived naturally, as both Danna and Esteban retained their original reproductive organs.
During the eighth month of pregnancy, Esteban experienced what appeared to be contractions, sparking concerns about premature labor. They hurried to the hospital, informing their families, only to find out from doctors that everything was normal for that stage of pregnancy.
Their relief was evident as they returned home to make preparations for their baby’s arrival. In a poignant video shared online, Danna is seen tenderly kissing and caressing Esteban’s baby bump, capturing the excitement and happiness of impending parenthood.
Their updates on social media have garnered widespread support and admiration from their followers, particularly within the transgender community. Comments flooded in, praising their bravery and celebrating the beauty of their journey.
Recently, Danna posted a photo alongside Esteban’s baby bump, expressing anticipation for their baby’s imminent arrival. Their story, marked by love and resilience, continues to uplift and inspire many on social media.
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