3 days ago
Maxie, a hit-and-run survivor, needs a loving home
Merinda Brits from 4Paws, a non-profit organisation dedicated to saving animals, received a call from a man who lives in Diepsloot, a few weeks ago.
The man assumed that his dog, Maxie, had been hit by a car. With a severely broken leg and unimaginable pain, this brave dog somehow managed to drag herself home.
'We rushed to the scene, loaded the injured dog into our vehicle and took her to our vet,' said Brits.
'Unfortunately, our vet informed us that her bones were shattered in more places than they could count and that her leg couldn't be saved.'
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Brits said the surgery went well even even though the recovery period was very long for the poor furry friend. 'She would sit by the door, whimpering softly, confused by the absence of her limb.'
But day by day, step by shaky step, Maxie learned to walk again. Brits said her owner asked her if they could take his dog into their shelter, out of fear that this unfortunate incident might happen again.
This was music to Brits' ears who gladly took the dog in and is now looking for a home for it.
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'She is very friendly, around two years old, and she is a golden retriever cross. She is good with other dogs, but unfortunately, not good with cats. She is desperately looking for a home, so we are hoping your article will help.'
The organisation was established in 2006 and has rescued many animals. To donate for them to continue doing what they love the most, saving dogs, and to offer Maxie a new home, contact 083 377 3219 or email merinda@
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