When Blossom, a stray dog, was discovered on the porch of an abandoned house in Oklahoma, she was far from living her best life.
Despite the efforts of kind-hearted locals to catch her, she remained elusive.
That was until Erika, a concerned citizen, tipped off WOOF Pet Rescue Society, who promptly arrived at the scene.
“It wasn’t an easy catch, she did not want to be on the catch-pole and fought us all the way to the crate that we had waiting, but once secure in the crate she settled down and by the time we got to WOOF she was happy to be near us and although still cautious, seemed to be relaxed enough to enjoy some human contact,” the rescue team shared on Facebook.
Once securely in the hands of WOOF Pet Rescue, Blossom was immediately taken to a veterinarian.
The diagnosis? A severe case of mange, but thankfully, no life-threatening conditions.
With some TLC, Blossom was on her way to a full recovery.
After her medical evaluation, the staff at WOOF Pet Rescue decided it was time for Blossom to experience something likely new to her—a bath.
Initially, Blossom was hesitant, her body tense as soap suds began to form in her fur.
But as the warm water washed over her, she started to unwind, realizing perhaps for the first time that humans could be a source of comfort and care.
The transformation didn’t stop there.
After her bath, Blossom lingered in the tub, soaking up the newfound sensation of being cared for.
It was as if she was savoring the moment, relishing the feeling of love and attention she had probably never known before.
Blossom’s journey of healing continued at the rescue center.
The staff administered medicated baths twice daily to treat her mange.
Slowly but surely, her brown fur began to grow back, and her personality started to shine through.
She became a social butterfly, enjoying her time with both the staff and the other dogs at the shelter.
As fate would have it, one of the families involved in her initial rescue couldn’t get Blossom out of their minds.
They visited her regularly at the shelter, and a deep bond began to form.
When the time came for Blossom to leave the shelter, this family was more than ready to give her the forever home she deserved.
Blossom’s life took a 180-degree turn as she settled into her new home.
From a stray dog wary of humans to a beloved family pet, her transformation was nothing short of miraculous.
She now enjoys the simple pleasures of life, like cozy naps on the couch.
But that’s not all.
Blossom has also discovered the joy of playtime, particularly fetch, with her human siblings.
And yes, she still enjoys her baths, a far cry from the nervous pup who once hesitated at the sight of water and soap.
Blossom’s story is a heartwarming testament to the transformative power of love and care.
It’s a beautiful reminder that even the most broken spirits can heal, given the right environment and a little bit of kindness.
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