Hounds In Pounds Inc, a rescue based in Allendale, New Jersey, facilitated a major emergency rescue on Friday, for a three-month-old puppy named Baby Koko, after he suffered severe injuries.
Yesterday, an Atlanta public shelter partner reached out to the rescue after the severely injured puppy had been hit by a train. His owner, a homeless man who loved his puppy cried desperately for help – begging anyone there to save the life of his dog.
Someone finally stopped and called animal services, reporting the puppy was still alive, but in critical condition. The puppy whimpered softly; he didn’t understand why his tiny body hurt so badly.
Baby Koko is only 3 months old — a precious brindle boy with the sweetest face and the most innocent eyes.
The puppy needed immediate and aggressive trauma intervention. Whether he could even survive was not known, but even a chance with the smallest flicker, Hounds In Pounds, Inc. needed to give him a chance, because that is what they do.
The shelter knew the puppy would not have survived the night. The images presented were extremely graphic; his leg was mangled and most of his tail had been severed and lost. Both required amputation if the puppy had any chances of survival. He was also very anemic and required blood transfusions in order to help stabilize him for surgery.
Baby Koko was in shock, but even when hands reached for him, he didn’t snap or try to resist. He knew he was being helped – even at such a young age.
His condition is grave, but his will to survive has been unmistakable.
Even now, he is choosing to stay with us.
He is choosing life.
He is incredibly sweet.
He still believes in love.
And now, one day later, Koko’s update shows this little guy’s incredible spirit to see tomorrow. His surgery was a success, and Dr. Terry and her team graciously made him a priority from the moment he arrived. His leg and tail were amputated, and in spite of everything this little guy has had to endure, he survived the operation and fought all the way.
Today, we finally have a breath of relief to share —
Koko is still receiving blood, along with a cocktail of pain medication and antibiotics to keep him comfortable and stable.
Many thanks to the little dog named Rally who provided Baby Koko the blood he needed to stay alive. Yes, he was a bit surprised, but it’s all fine!
Cold laser therapy begins today, and he is surrounded by techs who haven’t stopped kissing his face, whispering to him and making sure he feels safe and loved.
He is warm.
He is held.
He is fighting.
And he is still here — because of all of you.
His recovery is fragile, and every update matters.
Baby Koko needs you now more than ever.
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