Some animals arrive at shelters in heartbreaking condition, but with a little love their lives can totally turn around.
That was the case for one neglected dog, who was found nearly starving to death, but in the weeks since has been making incredible strides.
In September, the South Suburban Humane Society, in Illinois, took in a severely emaciated dog named Pumpkin. He was first found by a local resident who thought he was dying and brought him to the police.
Emily Klehm, CEO of the South Suburban Humane Society, told Newsweek that while they rescue many dogs, Pumpkin’s was an “extreme case” that left them speechless. “He was severely emaciated and unable to walk,” she said.
Photos show how unbelievably thin the dog was — it’s a miracle he survived at all.
Vets administered fluids and shaved his matted fur. Despite the rough start, he started to perk up and went into foster care with one of the shelter employees.
“Thankfully, we got him into foster care, where he is starting to improve and stand on his own again,” the shelter wrote on Facebook. “His journey is still long, but we are incredibly proud of him so far.”
Updates from the shelter show the remarkable improvement Pumpkin has made in just a short time. While he was unable to stand when they first found him, he can now walk around the yard on his own, wagging his tail.
“This little man is so strong and getting better every single day,” the shelter wrote.
Though he’s still visibly thin, he has been slowly regaining weight. “This little man is progressing, and we cannot wait to see how much more he continues to improve!” South Suburban Humane Society wrote.
Pumpkin’s backstory is still unclear, but the shelter says he will be placed up for adoption once he gets medical clearance.
“Pumpkin will need a home that understands that he was severely neglected,” Klehm told Newsweek. “He doesn’t know how to be a dog, so everything from leash walking to toys are all new experiences for him. An experienced dog family would be best.”
In the meantime, he’s doing well and loves his foster home.
It’s heartbreaking that Pumpkin was neglected for so long, but we’re so glad he’s doing well and regaining weight — we hope he finds a forever home soon when he’s ready!
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Johnny Depp’s 24-Year-Old Daughter Turns Heads in Bold Pink Crop Top and Skirt
Lily Depp’s recent appearance at a Chanel event caused a lot of talk online because of her outfit. One comment even suggested that she wasn’t fully dressed for the occasion.
Lily-Rose Depp attended the Chanel and Charles Finch dinner at The Polo Lounge, Beverly Hills Hotel, on March 9, 2024, just before the 96th Academy Awards in Los Angeles. The event highlighted Chanel’s link to the film industry and had many celebrities in attendance.
For the evening, Lily-Rose chose a stylish yet bold outfit. She wore a light pink eyelet tube top that showed off her slim midsection and paired it with a low-rise black and white knee-length skirt. She completed her look with elegant black heels.
Lily-Rose Depp and Kristen Stewart were at the Chanel and Charles Finch dinner at The Polo Lounge, Beverly Hills Hotel, on March 9, 2024. Lily-Rose had her hair styled in a sleek bun, which highlighted her face and outfit.
Her appearance sparked a lot of discussion online as photos and videos from the event spread across social media. Reactions to her outfit were mixed. Some people didn’t like her fashion choice, with comments like, “The first photo with the skirt almost falling off. Not so much. Beautiful girl though,” and “Lmao her skirt tho. Girl!! It’s about to fall off.” Others offered unsolicited advice, such as, “Lily my clothes are more elegant than that lol I can help her get dressed next time. She will be better dressed.”
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