When staff and volunteers at Saving Hope Rescue discovered a box left on their property, they were concerned. The box, labeled with “puppies here,” prompted an uneasy feeling about what might be inside.
Upon examining the box, the team found that the puppies inside were visually and hearing impaired to varying degrees.
“At first, we thought all the puppies were blind and deaf,” Lauren Anton of Saving Hope Rescue shared with Luzocn . “As they grew, we learned that their impairments varied—some are more affected than others.”
It’s unclear if their disabilities were the reason for their abandonment, but that didn’t change the commitment of their rescuers. Regardless of their special needs, the puppies became an integral part of the Saving Hope family.
As the puppies developed, their distinct personalities emerged, helping their caretakers understand their individual needs better.
“Mate is a good example of a puppy with some impairment,” Anton explained. “While we’re not sure of the extent of her vision and hearing, we know she can respond to her name and the sound of a food bag. She approaches people when called.” In contrast, “Koala is more impaired and may only perceive shadows.”
The team is dedicated to addressing each puppy’s specific needs and providing the appropriate care. Despite their rough start, the puppies are thriving.
“Over the past few weeks, they’ve transitioned from sleepy infants to energetic puppies,” Anton noted. “They play, wrestle, and have discovered the comfort of human affection. They love to snuggle and sleep in our arms.”
These puppies, once abandoned, are now receiving the care and love they deserve, giving them a hopeful future.
