I recently came across a sentiment that resonated with me: rescuing dogs involves 50% heartbreak and 50% relief. It’s startlingly true.
The first encounter with an abandoned or stray animal can be heartbreaking. It’s overwhelming to witness the sheer number of dogs enduring hardships, and the instinct to help them all is overpowering.
Image source: Hound Rescue And Animal Sanctuary
On the flip side, there’s immense relief when a dog is rescued, safe, and steps into a promising future with a new family.
In this piece, we’ll dive into one such heartwarming rescue tale, centered on a dog named Gregory, who narrowly escaped euthanasia, thanks to a kind-hearted individual.
Image source: Hound Rescue And Animal Sanctuary
Unfortunately, it’s become all too common for pet owners to opt for euthanasia when faced with mounting medical bills. Gregory, a Beagle, found himself in such dire straits. However, fate had other plans, and Joe Kirk stepped in just in the nick of time.
Image source: Hound Rescue And Animal Sanctuary
Joe and his wife, Schenley, helm the Hound Rescue and Animal Sanctuary, a non-profit in Findlay, Ohio. Their mission? To provide homes for neglected animals and foster the elderly or those deemed ‘unadoptable.’
Schenley, expressing her joy on Facebook, shared, “Gregory is one grateful Beagle! He is acutely aware of his salvation.” Although Gregory was diagnosed with heartworm, he was in good hands. The Kirks ensured he got the best medical care.
Soon after his recovery, Gregory was ready for adoption. It didn’t take long for a loving family to come forward. Now, he revels in the comfort of his forever home and the company of a beagle sibling.
Reflecting on their work, Schenley beautifully articulated, “People often ask about the number of dogs we’ve saved. For us, it’s always about saving ‘one more.’ One more dog to cherish, feed, and provide medical care. One more dog to find a forever home for. There’s no greater joy.”
Gregory’s story underscores the ripple effect of kindness and the boundless potential for helping those in distress.
