This dog has had a more challenging life than most humans.
Some animals suffer some of the worst mistreatment that we could imagine. While most countries view dogs as friends and companions, others do not. In China and South Korea, for example, dogs are sometimes abused and sold in meat markets. Even worse, they believe that the more stress an animal experienced, the better price they can get for it.
This abhorrent act sometimes results in amazing stories.
As with any evil act, good people are always looking for ways to help. The story of one Dalmation shows just how resilient dogs can be and also just how good humans can act.
Emma Roo is a Dalmatian that was rescued from one of these farms.
Emma Roo has had a tougher life than most humans ever will. Born in China, Emma Roo had a small toe defect and was abandoned on the street. Soon after, she was captured by a Chinese slaughterhouse and mistreated.
The things that were done to this sweet girl are hard to read.
When she was taken to the slaughterhouse, they chopped off her front legs, the tips of her ears, and parts of her tail. At the time, Emma was only eight weeks old. Thankfully, that’s not the end of her story.
Emma was rescued and had her entire life changed.
Rescuers in Beijing snatched her up and knew that she would stand a better chance of being adopted overseas. They reached out to Dalmatian Rescue of South Florida, hoping to find a home. Arriving in the U.S. in January 2020, she just made the cut before animal transport was cut off due to the coronavirus.
Misha Rackcliff saw a picture of the sweet Dalmation and knew she had to meet her.
After seeing her photo online, Misha knew that there was a reason Emma was in the U.S.
“I remember first seeing Emma online – she has the most human-like amber colored eyes. I didn’t even think about the logistics of it. I knew this dog was sent to me for a reason.” – I Heart Dogs
Driving 5 hours to pick Emma up, she was amazed at just how sweet she was.
After such a rough life, Misha was worried that she would be aggressive or cold.
Understandably, Misha went into the relationship thinking that Emma would have some severe personality issues. She had a rough life and needed someone to care for her. Incredibly, her temperament was golden!
“When I met her, I thought she might be cold or not interested in people from the trauma but she came up straight into my arms. By the time we finished our five-hour road trip home, it’s like she knew I was her person and that I was never going to leave her.”
With a path to recovery in sight, Emma started to heal.
There were still moments where Emma needed some extra love. She didn’t trust men, and anything that sounded like a saw (lawnmowers) would send her into a frenzy. Slowly but surely, however, she got better and healthier.
“We’re not the heroes, the dogs are the heroes. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. There are organizations out there who want to help you to give your dog the best life possible.”
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