Back in May, DouglasNow highlighted Odie, a four-year-old mix in the care of Coffee Cause for Paws. Odie’s situation was one of the most serious that Cause for Paws had ever seen. Earlier this month, after months of rehab and care, Odie was adopted.
Odie had suffered multiple serious injuries. While the exact cause of these injuries remains unknown, it is suspected that at least one injury was caused by humans while the other was likely the result of being hit by a car.
Odie’s jaw had been broken, likely due to abuse from people. As such, his jaw hung open and he could not keep his tongue in his mouth. He also limped badly due to a hip injury that probably happened when he was struck by a vehicle.
The poor pup was also infested with fleas and was itching terribly.
Odie underwent multiple procedures and extensive rehab. After seeing the worst of people, he was finally able to experience the best. The odds were stacked against Odie and he’s lucky to be alive. Now he’s even luckier to have a loving home in which to live out his days.
Not all stories end as favorably as Odie’s. You can do several things to make sure that as many animals as possible get the same chance that Odie has. First of all, spay and neuter your pets. The number of unwanted/stray/feral animals in Coffee County is staggering and puts a strain on the limited resources that are designated to tackle this problem. Also, if you are looking for an organization in which to get involved, Coffee Cause for Paws is a worthy group to seek out. They need donations, fosters, and volunteers in other capacities. And finally, if you’re looking for a dog or cat, consider adopting. Yes, those fancy and expensive purebreds are appealing. But nothing compares to giving an unwanted or abandoned pet a second chance. There is no greater friend or loyal companion than a rescue that gets a new start.
