Pepper's story is the very definition of love, resilience, and joy.
Pepper is a bright, curious 4 month old puppy bursting with energy and personality. She was born with a disability, though she has no idea she's any different. Dogs have an incredible way of embracing life exactly as it comes, and Pepper is no exception.
Pepper has a malformed right front leg and an underdeveloped paw, and she will need that leg amputated. The rest of her is healthy, strong, and ready to thrive as a tripod.
Her mom, Callie, survived as a stray with no consistent food or care. She lived off trash and whatever scraps people tossed her way. Somehow, she made it — and gave birth under an old shed, doing her best to protect her puppies. All of Pepper's siblings have been adopted, but Pepper needed a little more time.
Pepper is currently in a wonderful foster home with two doggie friends she adores. Even better — her foster mom works for one of our amazing Vet Partners, so Pepper gets to tag along to work, enjoy doggie daycare, and soak up endless love and socialization. She absolutely LOVES it.
Pepper's doctors prefer we delay her surgery until she's a little older, more physically developed and can tolerate the procedure better. All medical expenses associated with Pepper's surgery and recovery will be covered by the Rescue.
We would love for Pepper to be adopted prior to surgery so her family can care for her through the procedure, recovery and rehabilitation.
Special dogs deserve special families. She is a sweet blessing ♥
Update from Pepper's foster mom:
Foster Pup Update: Pepper
Pepper is growing so fast and doing SO well. Her sweet, spunky, playful personality is really shining, and we are so proud of her. Watching her confidence bloom has been the best part of fostering this girl.
Here's her daycare report card from today:
Note To Pawrents!
Pepper is enjoying all of the attention from her friends and the staff! She loves everyone and even tries to get everyone to play with her! She truly knows no stranger. Her favorite fur friend is Aelin. They absolutely adore each other and just play so good together. She also. Was obsessed with the bubbles and loved chasing them! Pepper is such a sweet girl and we absolutely adore her! We love you pepper!
Demeanor (may Vary Through Day)
playful
skilled player
bubbly
everybody chase me!!
say my name, say my name
no idea of his/her size
good citizen
daring
loving
outgoing
athletic
BLAZE
Border Collie, Coonhound
🇺🇸
Gillsville, Georgia
male, small, baby
Border Collie, Coonhound
Gillsville, Georgia
