Entry Category:
Dogs
Pet's Story or Bio๐ธ๐ฆ MILAGRA ๐ฆ๐ธ
Hey there, hoomans! It's me, Milagra!
You might know me as Mila, but around here, they call me The Miracle Pup (and honestly, I totally live up to the name, if I do say so myself ๐). I wanted to give you all an update on my FABULOUS life, and trust meโit's one for the books! ๐โจ
First, let me take you back to where it all startedโฆ Yeah, I had a pretty ruff start. ๐ I lost part of my face to something horrible done by some not-so-nice humans. My skin was dry, my fur was patchy, and I was super underweight. ๐ข I had a lot going on:
๐ Pain from two tick-borne viruses (ugh, ticks! ๐ก)
๐๏ธ A tumor that needed 6 rounds of chemo! (I'm a warrior ๐ช)
๐ฆท Facial reconstruction surgeries (so now Iโve got the cutest little faceโmissing teeth and all! ๐)
๐โโ๏ธ Heartworm treatment (I'm still fighting, but I'm tough as nails ๐พ)
๐ Spay surgery (ouch, but totally worth it for the glow-up ๐ถ)
I was a gangly 26 pounds when I first arrived at SPR. But look at me now! Iโm a stunning 42 pounds with a gorgeous shiny black coat that makes me look like a supermodel ๐คโจ. I even get compliments all the time, especially during my car rides, which I LOVE (Iโm practically a co-pilot now, hehe ๐๐จ).
๐ My Fabulous Life Now ๐
These days, Iโm absolutely living my BEST life. ๐ Iโve got toys to play with ๐พ, I get the zoomies ๐โโ๏ธ๐จ, and Iโm treated like the princess I was always meant to be ๐. Hawk Ridge Animal Hospital peeps love meโthey give me all the extra attention because, well, I deserve it. ๐ And guess what?! I have a foster brother named Harvey whoโs also a special case like me. Heโs a double amputee ๐ฆพ, but that doesnโt slow him down one bit! Weโre quite the pairโtwo miracle pups living large! ๐พ
Here are some fun facts about me:
๐ฆ Zoomie Master: If you havenโt seen me zoom around, youโre missing out! Iโm fast when I wanna be!
๐ Car Ride Queen: I love sticking my head out the window and feeling the breeze on my (newly shiny) fur.
๐งธ Toy Enthusiast: Toys = life. End of story.
๐ Velcro Mode: I never leave my foster mommaโs side. Weโre BFFs 24/7!
Oh, and did I mention Iโve been getting my heartworm treatment? Yep, last week I got my first injection. Not gonna lie, it wasnโt my fave ๐ฌ, but Iโm doing just fine now! ๐ช
๐ How Far Iโve Come ๐
I know, I knowโIโve been through a lot. But when you look at where I started and where I am nowโฆ WOW! Talk about a glow-up! ๐ From being underweight and beaten to gaining 16 pounds of pure muscle and love, I'm thriving in ways no one thought possible. Iโm healthy, happy, and living in the best Fospice home ever. ๐
๐ธ So here's to meโMilagra, the miracle dog who refuses to let the past define her. I survived it ALL:
๐ 3 rounds of antibiotics
๐๏ธ 6 rounds of chemo
๐ง 2 facial reconstruction surgeries
๐โโ๏ธ Spay surgery
๐ Heartworm treatment
But now, life is all about cuddles, toys, and living my best princess life with my amazing foster mom and bro Harvey. ๐๐
Thanks to everyone for believing in meโbecause this miracle pupโs story isnโt over yet! Iโm just getting started. Watch out world, Milagraโs here to stay!
Nominating Volunteer:Lori