Every life is precious and worth saving. No other International rescue organization understands that more than Animal Aid
Even with their limited resources, they make it their mission to help every animal in need. Especially the animals that live on the streets that are considered by many to be pests.
On this particular evening, Animal Aid received a call about a dog that had collapsed in the middle of the road. The wound to his neck was expanding quickly. The flesh was badly infected and being devoured by maggots. His condition got this bad because no one helped him in the first place. And that is just unacceptable.
His wound housed so many maggots but luckily the medical staff at the Animal Aid sanctuary has seen this countless times. They knew just how to treat the poor pup. The volunteer gently covered the dog with a blanket and carried him to his vehicle.
Back at the sanctuary, in the darkness of night, the dog lay there unresponsive. He had grown so weak. But he was now surrounded by kind people with an astute knowledge of veterinary medicine. They applied the powder into the wound that would painlessly kill the maggots overnight. They also administered an IV for pain, fluids, and antibiotics. Now it was time for the dog to rest while the medications did their job.
In the morning, the dog seemed so much better. He was able to sit up! His gaping wound was ready to be treated. They sedated him then went to work. After cleaning the wound thoroughly, it was wrapped in a bandage.
The sweet dog already felt much better and had a voracious appetite. He ate out of the large bowl happily. Who knows when he had his last full meal. Or if he ever did at all! He was so gentle and grateful.
It’s now ten days later, and this pup has come a LONG way! The wound is still large, yes, but it is clean and infection-free! The dog now has the energy to move about. The medical staff continues to care for his wound with frequent bandage changes. Keeping it clean is the key to healing! The staff says that he is the “perfect patient.”