A dog with no nose who was almost put down because nobody wanted her has finally found a home.
Bonnie, a Border Collie cross, was rescued in Romania and was on the verge of being put down due to the extent of the injuries she sustained as a stray.
The pooch was found with her snout missing, leaving a large, open wound, and part of her front left leg missing as well.
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Bonnie, a Border Collie cross who is missing its nose and part of its leg, has finally found a home
The pooch was found with her snout missing, leaving a large, open wound, and part of her front left leg missing as well
Kate Comfort, 29, from Canterbury, spotted Bonnie on Facebook and adopted her months later
Bonnie was brought over to the UK by Beacon Animal Rescue Centre where Kate Comfort, 29, from Canterbury, spotted Bonnie on their Facebook page.
It was love at first site for Kate and Bonnie was officially adopted her a few months later.
Kate, a civil servant, said: ‘We adopted Bonnie from Beacon Animal Rescue Centre which is run by my best friend Rebecca.
‘Rebecca put up a post of her with her beautiful big soulful eyes and huge ears and I just fell in love.
‘I had trouble trying to convince my husband at first – as we already had three dogs – but no one wanted Bonnie so I said that I would foster her until we could find her the perfect home.
Bonnie was rescued in Romania and was on the verge of being put down due to the extent of the injuries she sustained as a stray
Bonnie the sweet dog with no nose has finally found a forever home
‘The fact no one wanted her made me want her more, she was vulnerable and needed love.
‘It turned out that her perfect home was our home and we ended up adopting Bonnie ourselves!’
Kate admits she was alarmed by Bonnie’s appearance at first but grew used to it the more time she spent with the dog.
Kate and her husband, Ross, 31, wanted to gain experience of taking care of dogs with unique needs but ended up falling in love with Bonnie and couldn’t give her up.
Upon the decision to adopt her, they began fundraising for Bonnie to get a prosthetic leg, but the wound on her stump kept opening up.
They were advised to remove it and wished they had done it sooner; Bonnie is now completely pain-free and as agile as the couple’s other dogs.
Kate admits she was alarmed by Bonnie’s appearance at first but grew used to it the more time she spent with the dog
Kate and her husband, Ross, 31, wanted to gain experience of taking care of dogs with unique needs but ended up falling in love with Bonnie and couldn’t give her up
Kate said: ‘We thought about paying for Bonnie to have the surgery, but once we realised it would have been purely cosmetic and would have made no positive impact on her life then we decided against it.
‘We thought putting Bonnie through an operation to try to make her look more “normal” would have been cruel.
‘Our Bonnie is perfectly imperfect, we love her just how she is and if anyone is offended by how she looks, then that is their problem – not ours.’
Despite some negative comments towards Bonnie, she boasts 14,000 followers on Instagram where she goes by the name of Bonnie the Brave, with her pictures receiving thousands of likes.
Kate added: ‘I originally created an Instagram page for her when we were trying to raise money for her to have surgery but, even though the surgery never took place, her followers have grown and grown and we have been overcome by how much impact Bonnie’s life is having on people.
It’s not certain what happened to Bonnie’s face with all of her nose and front part of her mouth missing
Despite some negative comments towards Bonnie, she boasts 14,000 followers on Instagram
‘She is an advocate for unique dogs and we have had so much kindness and positivity, it’s just incredible.
‘In person, most people are amazed by her but again, we have had some negative responses.
‘There have been people who have actively shouted and screamed at Bonnie with one person even trying to kick her.
‘People have referred to her as “it” or a “thing” which hurts my feelings as she deserves the same amount of love as any other dog.
It’s not certain what happened to Bonnie’s face with all of her nose and front part of her mouth missing, but they suspect it was done by a human when she was living on the streets.
Kate said: ‘Bonnie is one of the best things to happen to us and I’m so glad we gave her the home and family she deserves’
Kate said: ‘We aren’t totally sure what happened to Bonnie, the girl and her mum who found Bonnie thought it was a train because they had seen her there previously.
‘The other suggestion is that an animal did it, perhaps a fox or a wolf or even a human but we simply do not know.
‘Despite this, Bonnie isn’t wary of people, so if it was a human, she is very forgiving.
‘But then again, animals are forgiving creatures – they never fail to amaze me with how tolerant and forgiving they are when subjected to cruelty and abuse.
‘I prefer animals to humans, I wish we were more like them, which is maybe why I surround myself with animals, rather than people.
‘Bonnie is one of the best things to happen to us and I’m so glad we gave her the home and family she deserves.’
To keep up with Bonnie’s adventures follow her at @bravebonbon on Instagram.
Dog’s Unwavering Trust in Owner, Clinging to Him During Walk, Warms Hearts
Amidst the chaos and demands of everyday life, there are those small, precious moments that have the power to make us smile, often when we least expect it. These moments serve as reminders of our fondest memories, cherished friendships, or beloved pets. Recently, a heartwarming photograph captured one such moment, spreading joy and warmth across the internet.
The image depicts a young boy carrying his loyal dog to the market early in the morning. This simple act touched the hearts of many and prompted an outpouring of positivity, accumulating up to 17,000 likes and hundreds of heartfelt comments.
Bui Tu Anh, a viewer of the photograph, was transported back to his own childhood memories as he gazed at the image. He reminisced about his spacious garden, where he raised dogs, cats, rabbits, and chickens. The sheer joy of nurturing these animals and spending carefree moments with them was enough to create lasting, beautiful memories.
The photograph’s magic lies in the dog’s endearing gesture of wrapping its forelimbs around its owner, a gesture that melts the hearts of all who see it. Perhaps, the boy is too young to understand his pet’s fear of falling, but he knows the remedy lies in holding his furry friend close as they journey together on the bike.
The photographer behind this heartwarming image, Ngan Ha, shared her story. She had visited Don Market in Phu Binh, Thai Nguyen, and encountered this scene that touched her deeply. Being an animal lover herself, she couldn’t resist capturing this special moment. She added, “I have pet dogs at home, so whenever I see a dog, I connect with it. This boy reminds me of my own childhood.”
To Ngan Ha’s surprise, her hastily taken photos at the market resonated strongly with the online community, sparking conversations and nostalgia about youthful memories with family pets.
The charming image of the boy and his loyal companion on their market adventure reignited the fond memories of countless people who had grown up with beloved pets. They recalled the times when pets were like family members, accompanying them on village adventures, or patiently sitting in carts with three-wheel platforms.
Sharing their stories, readers fondly remembered their own pets and their unique quirks. From daring bicycle rides with dogs to cats eagerly awaiting their owners at the school gate, these tales of companionship and love filled the comments section.
One commenter, Suy Huynh, even humorously pledged to save money and raise Pitbulls to spend their lives together in blissful companionship.
Today, pets are more than just animals; they provide companionship, emotional support, and reduce feelings of loneliness and stress. They boost self-esteem and bring forth positive emotions, especially in children. While many consider their pets as family members, there are situations where the human-animal relationship becomes strained, leading to pet abandonment. Various reasons, such as lack of time, financial hardship, unexpected litters, family dynamics, or changes in the household, can result in this unfortunate outcome.
However, the experience of abandoned animals on the streets varies greatly. Some are fortunate enough to find new loving homes, while others face a harsher fate. The challenges and outcomes these animals encounter serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need to support animal welfare initiatives.
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