Abuse and neglect leave deep marks on dogs—sometimes physical, always emotional—and it’s something no animal should ever endure.

Beyond the emotional trauma, many pups carry scars or health issues as a painful reminder of what they’ve suffered. It’s heartbreaking to think about, but it’s also a reality we have the power to change.

This sweet shelter pup had survived more than his fair share of hardship, but his story took a beautiful turn the day he met the woman who would give him a second chance.

A Love Line

Rescuers first found Charlie wandering the streets of New York. They quickly brought him to a shelter, where they noticed a distinct scar running across his snout.

It didn’t take long to guess that Charlie may have been abused. The likely explanation was a muzzle or harness tha

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