Being a dog owner is a big responsibility that requires dedication and effort. In return, you gain a loyal companion and a lifelong friend.
That’s why dog ownership isn’t for everyone. If someone lacks the patience and commitment to properly care for a dog, they shouldn’t adopt one.
This story follows a dog who was heartlessly abandoned by his owners, left behind in a doghouse with nowhere to go.
Bo’s In A Horrible Condition
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When Bo was rescued by the Street Dog Rescue in Oklahoma, he was already suffering from several health issues that required immediate attention.
His owners had heartlessly abandoned him in a doghouse, leaving him to fend for himself. He had been alone ever since.
Faith, one of the rescuers, shared with The Dodo: “Bo was actually attacked by coyotes. He was never taken to a vet, not even before that. He just had mange all over him.”
The rescuers offered him food, and it was clear he hadn’t eaten in days. From the way he responded to them, Faith could tell that all he truly wanted was love and care.
But after eating, Bo retreated into his doghouse and refused to come out. The rescuers soon realized they would have to gently pull him out themselves.
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They finally got him out of the doghouse, only for Bo to crawl underneath it instead. Faith and the rescue team tried to coax him out gently, but he refused to move.
For 45 minutes, they worked patiently to free him. Faith recalled, “Finally, we were able to get him out.”
Once rescued, Bo was taken in by Pyr Paws and Fluffy Tails, where he would finally receive the care and love he had always needed.
Bo’s Road To Happiness
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As part of his road to recovery, Bo was taken to a veterinary clinic in Oklahoma, where he received treatment for his mange and proper nutrition to help him regain his strength.
When his future mom, Patricia, saw his picture for the first time, she was stunned. “He looked so terrible I didn’t even think he was a dog,” she admitted.
But with time, Bo’s health steadily improved. His fur began to grow back, and he gained weight. A few months later, he was unrecognizable—a completely transformed and healthy dog.
The rescuers knew Bo deserved a loving and dedicated owner. Patricia, who had experience working with rescue dogs, felt she was the right person to give him the home he needed.
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Even in his new home, Bo needed time to adjust. Patricia recalled,
“It took maybe six months for him to really realize that this was his home.”
But with patience and love, everything changed. Over time, Bo blossomed into a happy, adventurous dog who loved exploring his surroundings.
“I just love him, and I’m very happy I got him,” Patricia shared.
Bo’s journey from abandonment to love is truly heartwarming. Though he was initially wary of new people due to his past, Patricia’s kindness reassured him that he was finally safe and cherished in his forever home.