For dogs, shelter life isn’t just about being confined to a tiny space. Sadly, it’s much worse than that.

In overcrowded shelters, dogs typically experience stress from loud noises, lack of socialization, and anxious, or even aggressive kennelmates.

This was exactly the situation Ivy, an 11-month-old pup, was in. She suffered in a California shelter with a kennelmate that wouldn’t let her touch her food. On top of that, Ivy’s health was deteriorating, being down to 37 pounds.

Behind those kennel bars, Ivy had only one wish: to get a new chance. Fortunately, her pleas were timely answered.

Ivy Begging For Help

Thanks to Kelsey, founder of The McDonough Rescue in California, Ivy’s shelter life came to an end.

Despite being labeled as “the sickest dog at the shelter” due to pneumonia

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