I think a case could be made that many people are unwilling to help animals unless certain conditions are met.
We all want to adopt a beautiful and healthy dog that was struggling for a while, but how many people really want to help pups with disabilities and birth defects?
I think the answer to that question is pretty obvious when you really think about it. Now, it also stands to reason that some people just don’t have the financial means to help dogs like that.
However, many can, but just don’t want to. The only argument I can make in that case is that it’s worth giving every dog a chance because I am sure they will make you happy.
Take a look at the case we will be talking about today. These puppies were born with a defect, but that didn’t stop them from enjoying their life to the fullest.
They Found Someone Amazing
When veterinarians from California first came across these two French Bulldogs, they were surprised to learn that the puppies had cleft palates.
The staff there immediately knew that it was going to be hard to find a home for these puppies, but they had someone they could rely on for help.
Kelly Sayer was a frequent volunteer, so they called her and she decided to help them. The two babies she was fostering were now named Violet and Dash.
Sayer immediately noticed how tiny they were. It surprised her, and she could tell right away that it was going to be a difficult task.
After looking at them closely, she was able to determine that Violet had a cleft lip and a partial cleft palate while Dash had a cleft lip and a complete cleft palate.
Now, here’s where the good news comes in. Sayer actually specialized in caring for puppies with cleft palates, so these two pups will get the best care in the world.
She is also personally connected to this because her son, Landon, has a cleft palate. The two of them worked tirelessly to help these dogs get used to their new lives.
Sayer Is Doing Her Best For The Puppies
For the first few weeks, they needed care 24/7, so it was a bit difficult, but it was nothing that could deter Kelly and Landon.
It also took a while before they helped these puppies get used to eating, but eventually, they were able to learn it.
Sayer knew it was going to take a lot of work to find a forever home for these puppies. Dogs with cleft palates are usually abandoned or surrendered.
It takes a lot to care for them, and many people just don’t care or don’t want the issues that come with the task. Sayer won’t give up until she finds the perfect family for them.
She is also an advocate for these breeds and frequently speaks out against cruel breeding practices.
Sayer told The Dodo: “We’ve changed the breed so much over the years and made it so that they can’t breathe, they have spinal issues, they have all these problems that … it’s hard to see that being ethical in any way, shape or form.”
Nevertheless, these French Bulldogs grew a lot in just three months, and they have changed dramatically in that time.
Sayer hopes that they will become a bit more independent in the future, and then they will be eligible for adoption in California. Until then, she will continue caring for them, and I am so happy to see that.