Stray Pup Who Was Living In A Cardboard Box Gets Life-Changing Surgery And Now Lives Her Best Life
Rescuing animals is a daily mission for the dedicated team at Saving Hope Rescue (SHR) in Fort Worth, Texas.
When they came across a photo of a puppy living in a cardboard box, they knew they had to act fast.
Determined to help, they set off on a journey to give this sweet pup a new lease on life.
Much Needed Assistance
The drive to save the adorable puppy was long—8 hours in total—but nothing could stop the rescue team from ensuring this little one would be in a warm bed by nightfall.
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“We had this sweet girl transported to the DFW area, having just seen a picture of her in a cardboard box,” Saving Hope Rescue shared on Facebook.
When the team finally arrived, they carefully brought the puppy, later named Ridley, into their car and headed straight for SHR’s clinic.
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Ridley was welcomed with open arms, delicious treats, and plenty of affection.
A Tragic Update
Ridley was a tiny, three-month-old puppy brimming with energy and joy.
However, a full medical checkup revealed some distressing news: Ridley had a serious heart defect.
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“We discovered she had a serious heart defect. It could only be fixed with a balloon valvuloplasty procedure at Texas A&M,” SHR wrote on Facebook.
Despite this, Ridley was placed in a loving foster home where she was allowed to decompress and experience what it’s like to be a real puppy.
Her foster family, along with their other pets, reassured her that everything would be okay.
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“Ridley is a tiny, playful 3-month-old puppy who loves big dogs and all humans. She’s very smart and quick to learn … She’s a spunky little girl with lots of love to give!” Ridley’s foster parents shared with SHR on Facebook.
While awaiting her heart procedure, Ridley thrived in her foster home, learning basic commands, playing with toys, and getting along with her doggy siblings.
Her happy, playful demeanor reassured her rescuers that she was a true fighter, despite the heart issue.
A Happy Ever After
The day Ridley had been waiting for finally arrived—her life-saving surgery!
True to form, Ridley powered through the procedure without any complications, and her recovery began.
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“With this surgery, it will be a complete fix, and she gets to live a FULL life,” SHR posted on Facebook.
Ridley is expected to make a full recovery and, in the meantime, is back at her foster home, celebrating her bravery with her doggo friends.
Once completely healed, there’s no doubt Ridley will find a loving forever home that is just as incredible as she is.
“She’s the perfect little pittie girl,” her foster mom, Erin O’Brien, wrote on Facebook.
