When dogs face difficult situations, their only hope is the kindness of humans.
A sweet pup named Joy Bird needed compassion more than ever. After being struck by a car, she lay helpless on the roadside in St. Louis, Missouri.
Her frightened eyes followed the traffic, silently begging for someone to notice her. Despite being ignored by countless cars, she never gave up hope that caring people would come to her rescue.
Officers Step In
Everything changed when local police officers spotted the injured pup curled up by the road. They stopped immediately and rushed toward her.
For Joy Bird, relief washed over her as she realized help had finally come. The officers quickly created a barrier to shield her from the cars and called Stray Rescue of St. Louis for backup.
Until rescuers arrived, the officers stayed by her side, gently petting her and assuring her that everything was going to be alright.
When the rescue team appeared, their hearts broke at the sight of her pleading eyes. Joy Bird had several cuts and could barely move her back legs.
The kind rescuers carefully lifted her into their car and drove her straight to the veterinary clinic for urgent treatment.
A Road To Healing
Thankfully, the vets discovered her injuries were not as grave as they first feared. Joy Bird had a broken hip, but with proper care, she was expected to recover completely.
“It is going to take her time to heal with lots of crate rest, but she should be able to make a full recovery in time,” SRSL wrote on Facebook.
The medical staff surrounded her with comfort and compassion, scheduling her surgery for the very next day.
A Fresh Start
After a night of rest, Joy Bird finally began to relax. The fear in her eyes faded as she realized she was safe.
Her surgery went well, and recovery soon began. Since her legs had been immobile for some time, her caregivers placed her in a stroller so she could still enjoy the outdoors.
Joy Bird adored these walks. Her face lit up with happiness as she soaked in the sunshine and fresh air.
“She loves going out in her stroller and feeling the sun. [She’s] such a sweet girl,” the rescue wrote in a Facebook post.
Thanks to the devoted care of the St. Louis rescue team, Joy Bird’s health improved quickly. Only weeks after surgery, she was ready to leave for foster care.
Waiting For Forever
Her foster family welcomed her warmly and showered her with affection.
Although Joy Bird loves the kindness she now receives, she still dreams of finding her forever family. She longs for the day she can curl up in her own home, surrounded by people who will love her unconditionally.
One thing is certain: this brave girl is ready to give her whole heart to the humans who choose her.