Less than a week ago, Hounds In Pounds Inc, a rescue based in Allendale, New Jersey, facilitated a major emergency rescue for a three-month-old puppy named Baby Koko after he suffered severe injuries.
An Atlanta public shelter partner reached out to the rescue after the 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.
A Good Samaritan stopped to help and called animal services, reporting the puppy was still alive, but in critical condition. 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.
His injuries were critical; his leg was mangled and most of his tail had been severed and lost. Both required amputation. He was also anemic and required blood transfusions in order to help stabilize him for surgery.
Two days later, Koko underwent successful surgery.
AND NOW …
Look at Baby Koko. This beautiful puppy who had been struck by a train is finding his way.
chose life anyway — is popping up like a tiny jack‑in‑the‑box, determined to navigate this brand‑new world on his own terms.
This is the same puppy no one thought would make it through the first night at the emergency hospital. Koko, however had other plans. It’s so rewarding to know this brave puppy had other plans, and that Hounds In Pounds gave him the choice.
Today, he is learning to walk all over again, and he is doing incredibly well.
His spirit is loud! His will is stronger than his wounds. His sweetness? Untouched.
He continues his cold laser treatments to help him heal without pain. He gets strict cage rest to protect his fragile little body. And he receives endless snuggles, because if Baby Koko has taught us anything, it’s that love is medicine too.
He’s not just healing —
He’s winning!
And one day soon, this tiny survivor will be running — really running — the way puppies are meant to. He is too cute, too brave, too miraculous not to smile at. And his story is far from over.
Read Baby Koko’s previous coverage.
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