Owning a dog comes with its challenges, requiring constant readiness to handle any obstacles.
But what do you do when your tiny puppy is struggling to gain weight and thrive?
In cases like this, it’s best to seek help from a professional who knows how to handle the situation and can provide the right care for the dog.
This story is about a tiny puppy struggling to gain weight—until her rescuer stepped in to help.
A Difficult Recovery
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When Sweetpea was first brought to her rescuer, she was in poor health, severely underweight, and in urgent need of care.
Her rescuers weren’t sure how to help at first, but they were determined to do everything they could to save her.
They quickly discovered she was weak and dehydrated, so she received sub-Q fluids to stabilize her.
Throughout the night, they fed her small, frequent meals that were easy to eat, hoping it would help her regain strength.
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After 36 hours, Sweetpea started showing signs of improvement. She was eating her meals and had gained a little weight—a promising sign that a full recovery might be possible if she continued on this path.
Day by day, she grew stronger, and her rescuers remained dedicated, ensuring she was fed regularly and given the care she needed to thrive.
Sweetpea is slowly building the strength to move and walk, though it’s still a challenge, and she’s taking it one step at a time.
After a few days, her rescuers noticed a positive change—she began looking forward to mealtime, eagerly waiting for someone to feed her.
By the time she reached four weeks old, her personality started to shine through. She even began to play, a clear sign that she was on the path to recovery.
Small Progress Day By Day
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Before long, Sweetpea even started running—making tiny, playful laps around her shelter before resting. It was absolutely adorable.
She still needed to gain more weight before it was safe to run any blood tests or diagnostics.
Once she was strong enough, her rescuers wasted no time in uncovering the cause of her struggles. Tests revealed that Sweetpea had hydrocephalus, a condition affecting both sides of her brain. While treatment was possible, it would be a long journey.
To help her, she was placed in an oxygen chamber for therapy. After just one day, her rescuers noticed a remarkable improvement.
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Now, Sweetpea is full of energy, playing all the time and eagerly awaiting her next meal. She’s even started wagging her tail—a heartwarming sign of her growing happiness and strength.
After two months of incredible care and progress, Sweetpea is thriving. She’s doing so well that she even attended an adoption event.
At the event, the staff surprised her with a special gift—a handcrafted bandana made just for her. It was a thoughtful and meaningful present.
While she still has some time before finding her forever home, her rescuers are more than happy to support her every step of the way, ensuring she continues to heal and grow stronger.
Until then, Sweetpea will enjoy playing with other dogs, savoring delicious meals, and soaking up the love and care from the people who have been by her side from the start.