Nova’s story is one of the hardest to hear among animal abandonment cases.

This sweet dog ended up discarded in a dumpster through no fault of his own. Scared, confused, and all alone, he waited for someone to offer kindness.

Fortunately, he received far more than just a rescue; he found a family that continuously reminds his abandoner that Nova is living a joyful life.

Life Has Been Hard On Nova

When a passerby discovered Nova in a dumpster, they were shocked.

Once the tarp covering him was lifted, it revealed a huge, infected wound that had left his leg swollen. Nova was immediately taken to a clinic and then placed under the care of PAWS Chicago .

Tragically, Nova’s leg could not be saved, and he became a three-legged dog.

“Nova was found in a dumpster with a large, severely

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