It seemed like an ordinary day for Heather Tolaro until she received a call from a friend in Illinois who had discovered a stray dog wandering near her home.

The friend explained that the pup had a rope tied tightly around her neck. Because she was allergic to dogs, she couldn’t keep her, so she asked Heather to step in and care for the dog temporarily.

Concerned, Heather and her daughter headed over right away to meet the frightened but friendly pup.

A Desperate Situation

When Heather first met the dog, she was surprised by how cheerful and trusting she seemed despite her rough condition.

The dog wagged her tail and leaned into their touch , instantly melting their hearts. At that moment, Heather knew she had to help.

The rope around the pup’s neck made it clear that she once belon

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