Brian's Journey of Healingby Ellen Frisch
Brian (previously known as Snowy) was rescued from Miami Dade Animal Shelter (Florida) prior to the distemper outbreak that temporarily closed down the shelter March 26, 2011. Recycla-bull Terrier Rescue (Laura) was alerted about Brian and was heartbroken (as was everyone else who saw his picture) at his condition. He was transported north on the "Egghead Express" along with Bea - another bullie from Florida (she was left abandoned in a house) arriving at Laura's house on Tuesday March 29. Brian's physical condition was bad. Deep wounds in the top of his head, staple sutures under his neck, scrapes, scabs, old wounds on his underside. Very underweight and overall not good physically. His emotional condition was yet to be determined. Since he needed to stay quarantined from the other bullies in residence at Laura's "Bullie Bungalow", his healing process was slow for the first 10 days. Once the drains and staples were removed, Laura was able to bathe him and could really see all of the physical trauma this little guy had been through. The emotional trauma is not so visible. We have since discovered that Brian was used as a "bait dog" for dog fighting purposes. He had also been thrown from a moving car and been subject to much cruel treatment. But that is the past, and Brian now has a new and bright future. Laura is healing Brian both physically and emotionally with the love and care she gives all of the animals that pass through her care on their way to loving and permanent homes. This page is dedicated to Brian's healing journey - he has a new name, and he will have a new life. Hope everyone enjoys the photos and the journey with us. |
This is the heartbreaking first photo we saw of Brian (Snowy at the time)
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More heartbreaking photos
Brian Update 4/14/2011
Well, here is Brian today.....I can hardly believe this is the same dog. Laura's love and care for Brian is so clearly demonstrated today in this photo. He has been slowly introduced to the other bullies and has shown no signs of aggression (which is amazing considering his background). Of course he sticks to Laura like Velcro....he has a lot of emotional healing to do yet. No doubt that Laura will continue to guide Brian on his healing journey. Check back as we will be posting more photos and updates on Brian.
Brian update 7/14/2011
Brian just keeps getting better and better! In this photo today he looks like he is smiling! Brian is available for foster or adoption. He has come such a long way so he will need some extra love and care to keep moving forward in his new life!