All her life, Gina craved only one thing – love.
Sadly, she never ever received it. Instead, she endured life in a dirty cage surrounded with nothing but her own feces and rotten porridge.
Living in such inhumane conditions brought Gina more suffering than she could bear. After ten years of captivity, she was no longer the dog she used to be.
That’s why when her neighbor saw her for the first time in a long while, she instantly broke into tears.
Gina’s Condition Was Heartbreaking
Gina’s neighbor couldn’t believe someone would do that to a dog.
Once a striking white giant with a pair of the happiest, glowing eyes, Gina was now just a shadow of her old self. Her body was severely emaciated, weighing only half of what it should have.
The neighbor immediately called local rescuers, who arrived at the spot within minutes.
After learning Gina’s story, a woman persuaded Gina’s owner to let her go. She willingly took her in and loaded her into the car.
Knowing that a new life awaited her, Gina felt both excited and confused. However, her body was so weak that she could barely manage a small smile for her new momma.
Upon arriving home, Gina’s owner understood that her new rescue needed immediate medical intervention. Aside from her malnourishment, Gina was seriously unwell, raising many concerns for her new mom.
She could barely open her mouth and had completely lost her appetite. She could only collect enough strength to sit in one position, and that was it.
The next day, upon her first vet check-up – Gina’s owner was shocked by devastating news. This giant lovebug was diagnosed with a malignant tumor in her middle ear – causing her body to deteriorate with each passing day.
Fluids were collecting in her ear, and the tumor began to open up on her cheek, causing Gina unbearable pain.
The only solution that might prolong her life was surgery, followed by multiple rounds of chemotherapy. The only problem was that both were extremely costly, with no guarantee of success for Gina.
Live To Fight Another Day
Despite everything, Gina’s mom decided to take the risk.
Although it was expensive and appeared to be a plan with no way out, she put everything on the table for her sweet girl. Gina underwent a complicated surgery after which she required 24/7 intensive care at the clinic.
Alongside IV and having drains placed in her cheek and neck, this resilient girl was given all the love and TLC possible. Her momma visited her every day. She encouraged Gina with kind words and gentle pets, wanting to ease her discomfort, if only for a moment.
Somehow, against all odds, it worked!
Gina slowly began to feel better, although chemotherapy took a toll on her body. With all the fur lost and her surgical wound not fully healed, she found a glimmer of hope on her momma’s shoulder.
And she also found a way to restore her appetite! Her caregivers realized Gina was a big fan of grilled chicken, and they couldn’t have been happier. They now knew what to bring her as a gift after extensive chemo sessions – as it was a certain formula to cheer her up instantly.
Gina and her owner will continue fighting this battle together.
Knowing that Gina’s life had been nothing but suffering, her new mom will keep doing everything to provide this sweet girl with a decent life. After all she had endured in the past, she deserves to have amazing golden years and memories to cherish!