This dog was called Gargoyle because his body is deformed from being forced to get older during a cage that was too small for him. But he’s now got a second chance and a replacement name – Landis.
The young Pit bull was rescued by Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs after they received a plea from a shelter.
The young Pit bull was rescued by Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs after they received a plea from a shelter.
Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
“Heartbreaking” doesn’t seem an adequate word to explain what happened to Landis. The rescue group saved him in mid-December, 2014 and wrote on their Facebook page about how they reacted upon first taking him:
“With all the horror stories we've seen and shared this year, words like “heartbreaking” don’t seem to mean much anymore. It’s really sad, as we shouldn’t need to use them so often.
“That said, there really is not any better word to explain “Gargoyle” who we received a plea on from a GA shelter last night. This sweetheart of a boy is claimed to be 1-2 years old and as you'll see, he's dwarfed. he's emaciated, his legs are basically, folded in half and his spine is curved. to seem at him, you'd guess he’d been forced to get older in & sleep in alittle cage. Well, guess what, you’d be right!! Where do these monsters come from that walk among us?!
Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
“After feeling heartbroken, subsequent normal response is anger. How could anyone do that , how could this possibly are allowed to happen?! And, it makes one feel even worse because this boy may be a complete mush. You’d think he’d be angry and frustrated and difficult, but he’s not. Like most abused dogs we meet, he just wants to offer and receive love.
“Sadly, we cannot spare him the pain he’s already lived, but we will get him the medical attention he urgently needs and help him have the simplest future possible!”
Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
Landis will have an extended recovery ahead, but he's surrounded by love and care. He visited an orthopedic specialist who noted that Landis’ legs have improved already from the time he was rescued and therefore the doctor believes his legs will still improve.
The specialist’s recommendation was to not proceed with surgery at this point because the surgery is extremely painful, and Landis is regaining muscular tonus in his legs on his own.
Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
“His legs will never be perfect, but Landis is happy and not in pain which is what's most vital ,” wrote Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs. Click Next to continue the story ....
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Instead, Landis needs a home where he won't be forced to steer on concrete or hard surfaces, which features a backyard with many soft grass. And Landis has found that perfect home!
Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
Landis has been adopted and his new home sounds ideal. Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs let everyone know, “He goes to Mass, near Cape Cod . he's minutes from the beach (sand are going to be great for his legs), features a large confined back yard & will immediately start hydrotherapy 5 minutes from his new home! He will have 2 rescue siblings and a replacement mom who is home to tend to his needs.”
“I have made great progress today. I’m getting the hang of potty training in only at some point and that i like to sit in my Mom’s lap and chew on my toys. I’m even learning the way to play ball!”
After 3 months together with his new family, Landis is walking “all the way up” on his paws and his limbs are becoming stronger a day .
He’s made remarkable progress and appears so good now!
Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
I’m so happy for Landis! Thank goodness there are kind-hearted, compassionate people within the world to assist save dogs like Landis from such terrible abuse!
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Landis. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
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