The intentionally starved dog “Champ” had a joyous announcement on Friday morning. Who can believe the Laurens, South Carolina dog, whose photo of him curled up in the dirt starving, near death and crawling with maggots that went viral, is leaving his foster home in Maryland for his new permanent home in Delaware?
“Today the rest of my life starts as I head home with my forever family. They were very carefully chosen as apparently I’m pretty famous & everyone wants the best for me. I assure you all, I am getting the best,” had been posted this morning on the Justice for Champ Facebook page.
On August 14, the dog’s difficult journey back to life began with the financial and emotional help of Rescue Dogs Rock NYC. He had been the victim of a breakup, and the woman Champ had been left with to care for the dog, decided since he was not her dog, she wouldn’t feed him.
It was a long and difficult process back to health, but the sixteen-month-old pup had youth on his side and the best of veterinarian care. The dog’s incredible spirit has provided the momentum to forge ahead.
“The first new chapter in my life closed when I left the SC vet and made my way to Spencer & Cakes’ home in MD. Today that second chapter closes & boy has it been awesome to learn how I should have always been treated! My foster family loves me to the moon & back & I am only going to DE, so I will still get to see them!”
And now Champ is on his way to Delaware. Wish him well – this boy certainly has made that indelible mark of love in all of our hearts. Safe journey sweet dog.
“…They are coming this afternoon, so stay tuned! I can’t wait to see them again.
I cannot thank you all enough for your love & support & yes, they will keep up my page!
Love, Champ”
Into the car Champ happily jumped.
To read about his journey and when it began, please click here.
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A remarkable transformation
Left to die…
Prayers and wishes for the tons of love you deserve, dear Champ!
So happy for Champ and his new owners. Best wishes to all. ????????????❤
Have a wonderful life Champ no one will ever forget you and how hard you fought to live. With the help of some very special people you will know have a loving safe home
This is fantastic news. Haha to the fuckin skank who tried to murder this precious pup. I hope that slimy crotch rots away from the inside out.
Champ is a walking miracle. I am not surprised he has found a home. Look how great he looks.
WOW, what a sight for sore eyes Champ is now. A wonderful recovery and testament to what love will do every time. So very thankful this precious boy made it against all odds and pray that his furever life with his new family will be as long and wonderful as he deserves it to be. Love you Champ, big cuddles buddy.