“She will regain her ability to walk, or she will gain wheels to help her around”
Team members at a remote elephant research camp in Botswana are used to seeing their share of injured animals, but were shocked to see a small dog dragging herself towards them one day.
Poppy must have sensed that these people could help, because now she is loved and getting the medical treatment she’s needed.
The Okavango Delta is home to nearly a thousand species of animals, including warthogs, baboons, hippopotami, rhinoceroses, zebras, wildebeests, elephants, hyenas, crocodiles, cheetahs, lions, and wild dogs. But it was a domesticated dog who would soon be making a home of the camp.
"This little pup came crawling into our research camp in the Okavango, unable to walk, but full of love and seeking help. She was severely injured, with her back legs completely immobilized. Our area has both predators and livestock, and we don't know how she was injured, but it's amazing she survived and made her way to us. She is bursting with the sweetest spirit. We drove her to the nearest veterinary clinic, an 8-hour drive on terrible roads and ferry crossing over the Okavango River. " said Amanda Stronza
Poppy will stay with the research team – her temporary family – for at least the next month until they can decide what course to take from there – surgery, a more permanent home, etc. Many people have already expressed an interest in adopting her.
“She already has so many people all over the world who love her from a distance and are checking on her progress daily and are eager to see a happy outcome, namely adoption into a loving family,” Stronza said. “She will regain her ability to walk, or she will gain wheels to help her around. I think she has a bright future!” said Amanda Stronza
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Team members at a remote elephant research camp in Botswana are used to seeing their share of injured animals, but were shocked to see a small dog dragging herself towards them one day.
Poppy must have sensed that these people could help, because now she is loved and getting the medical treatment she’s needed.
The Okavango Delta is home to nearly a thousand species of animals, including warthogs, baboons, hippopotami, rhinoceroses, zebras, wildebeests, elephants, hyenas, crocodiles, cheetahs, lions, and wild dogs. But it was a domesticated dog who would soon be making a home of the camp.
"This little pup came crawling into our research camp in the Okavango, unable to walk, but full of love and seeking help. She was severely injured, with her back legs completely immobilized. Our area has both predators and livestock, and we don't know how she was injured, but it's amazing she survived and made her way to us. She is bursting with the sweetest spirit. We drove her to the nearest veterinary clinic, an 8-hour drive on terrible roads and ferry crossing over the Okavango River. " said Amanda Stronza
Poppy will stay with the research team – her temporary family – for at least the next month until they can decide what course to take from there – surgery, a more permanent home, etc. Many people have already expressed an interest in adopting her.
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“She already has so many people all over the world who love her from a distance and are checking on her progress daily and are eager to see a happy outcome, namely adoption into a loving family,” Stronza said. “She will regain her ability to walk, or she will gain wheels to help her around. I think she has a bright future!” said Amanda Stronza
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Incredible. God bless. Make a support strap to hold her up just enough till she builds her strength.
What a beautiful, courageous little dog. Her determination to survive is an inspiration to everyone. Hope she will eventually regain mobility in her hind legs, but if not, she can live happily with 'wheels'.
Is Poppy on Instagram so we can follow her??? She is AMAZINGLY radiant!
She has hopeful eyes. She deserves to find her happy ever after. Thank you for giving her a real chance for that. God's blessings to her and her angels on earth.
She needs a wheelchair set up.
We have a Vet here that does Laser and stem cell ....she has repaired just kind of problem over and over... GOLDEN BONE WELLNESS SEDONA, AZ. IS SHE IN CA. ? CAN i HELP????
God led her to safety, help and love.
EVERY CREATURE DESERVES LOVE AND IT SHOWS HOW FAR SOME WILL GO TO GET IT, A HEART WARMING STORY,BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES. THANKS FOR SHARING.
So much Love, so much Hope, words fail but tears fall.
God-bless that dog
The hope and love you see in the eyes of a dog such as Poppy is very awe-inspiring and moving for me. I want to have that much hope despite great struggles just as Poppy carries so much in her eyes everyday despite this temporary challenge she is facing. A lot of people really love Poppy now, I hope she gets the love and help she needs like seriously. Love from the PH, More powers to Stronza and the team helping Poppy!!!
Just to see that sweet face brought tears to my eyes, but not because of being sad but happy she managed to find people to help her. I pray for this sweet girl and hope she can regain standing and walking on her own. But, if not, wheels will work just fine too. I can't wait to hear about her ongoing treatments and when she finds her forever home. Love to Poppy!!!
just shows how truly loving animals are. Poor thing is in such bad shape with very limited mobility yet even thru all that look af t he genuine love and joy in the pups eyes and smile
Amazing spirit this dog has. Most dos instinct when hurt is to hide & just a heart full bbnof prauers for the GREATEST adopted forever home & someone who can afford the surgery & a serious specialist
Sweetness !
Fighting!!!baby...
WHAT AN 'INSPIRATIONAL' SPIRIT THIS LITTLE DOGGIE IS!!!!!! PRAYING SHE GETS A FOREVER FAMILY SOON!!!!!!!!!!!