A dog with no nose who was almost put down because nobody wanted her has finally found a home.
Bonnie, a Border Collie cross, was rescued in Romania and was on the verge of being put down due to the extent of the injuries she sustained as a stray.
The pooch was found with her snout missing, leaving a large, open wound, and part of her front left leg missing as well.
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Bonnie, a Border Collie cross who is missing its nose and part of its leg, has finally found a home
The pooch was found with her snout missing, leaving a large, open wound, and part of her front left leg missing as well
Kate Comfort, 29, from Canterbury, spotted Bonnie on Facebook and adopted her months later
Bonnie was brought over to the UK by Beacon Animal Rescue Centre where Kate Comfort, 29, from Canterbury, spotted Bonnie on their Facebook page.
It was love at first site for Kate and Bonnie was officially adopted her a few months later.
Kate, a civil servant, said: ‘We adopted Bonnie from Beacon Animal Rescue Centre which is run by my best friend Rebecca.
‘Rebecca put up a post of her with her beautiful big soulful eyes and huge ears and I just fell in love.
‘I had trouble trying to convince my husband at first – as we already had three dogs – but no one wanted Bonnie so I said that I would foster her until we could find her the perfect home.
Bonnie was rescued in Romania and was on the verge of being put down due to the extent of the injuries she sustained as a stray
Bonnie the sweet dog with no nose has finally found a forever home
‘The fact no one wanted her made me want her more, she was vulnerable and needed love.
‘It turned out that her perfect home was our home and we ended up adopting Bonnie ourselves!’
Kate admits she was alarmed by Bonnie’s appearance at first but grew used to it the more time she spent with the dog.
Kate and her husband, Ross, 31, wanted to gain experience of taking care of dogs with unique needs but ended up falling in love with Bonnie and couldn’t give her up.
Upon the decision to adopt her, they began fundraising for Bonnie to get a prosthetic leg, but the wound on her stump kept opening up.
They were advised to remove it and wished they had done it sooner; Bonnie is now completely pain-free and as agile as the couple’s other dogs.
Kate admits she was alarmed by Bonnie’s appearance at first but grew used to it the more time she spent with the dog
Kate and her husband, Ross, 31, wanted to gain experience of taking care of dogs with unique needs but ended up falling in love with Bonnie and couldn’t give her up
Kate said: ‘We thought about paying for Bonnie to have the surgery, but once we realised it would have been purely cosmetic and would have made no positive impact on her life then we decided against it.
‘We thought putting Bonnie through an operation to try to make her look more “normal” would have been cruel.
‘Our Bonnie is perfectly imperfect, we love her just how she is and if anyone is offended by how she looks, then that is their problem – not ours.’
Despite some negative comments towards Bonnie, she boasts 14,000 followers on Instagram where she goes by the name of Bonnie the Brave, with her pictures receiving thousands of likes.
Kate added: ‘I originally created an Instagram page for her when we were trying to raise money for her to have surgery but, even though the surgery never took place, her followers have grown and grown and we have been overcome by how much impact Bonnie’s life is having on people.
It’s not certain what happened to Bonnie’s face with all of her nose and front part of her mouth missing
Despite some negative comments towards Bonnie, she boasts 14,000 followers on Instagram
‘She is an advocate for unique dogs and we have had so much kindness and positivity, it’s just incredible.
‘In person, most people are amazed by her but again, we have had some negative responses.
‘There have been people who have actively shouted and screamed at Bonnie with one person even trying to kick her.
‘People have referred to her as “it” or a “thing” which hurts my feelings as she deserves the same amount of love as any other dog.
It’s not certain what happened to Bonnie’s face with all of her nose and front part of her mouth missing, but they suspect it was done by a human when she was living on the streets.
Kate said: ‘Bonnie is one of the best things to happen to us and I’m so glad we gave her the home and family she deserves’
Kate said: ‘We aren’t totally sure what happened to Bonnie, the girl and her mum who found Bonnie thought it was a train because they had seen her there previously.
‘The other suggestion is that an animal did it, perhaps a fox or a wolf or even a human but we simply do not know.
‘Despite this, Bonnie isn’t wary of people, so if it was a human, she is very forgiving.
‘But then again, animals are forgiving creatures – they never fail to amaze me with how tolerant and forgiving they are when subjected to cruelty and abuse.
‘I prefer animals to humans, I wish we were more like them, which is maybe why I surround myself with animals, rather than people.
‘Bonnie is one of the best things to happen to us and I’m so glad we gave her the home and family she deserves.’
To keep up with Bonnie’s adventures follow her at @bravebonbon on Instagram.
Heartwarming scene: The 7-year-old boy refuses to go home after school to help a stray dog exhausted on the roadside.
in the heart of a bustling city, amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, a touching scene unfolded that warmed the hearts of all who witnessed it. Street cameras captured a moment of pure compassion and selflessness, as a 7-year-old boy chose kindness over convenience, extending a helping hand to a paralyzed stray dog abandoned on the roadside.
After the school bell rang, signaling the end of the day, most children hurried home, eager to embrace the comforts of their familiar surroundings. However, one young soul, a 7-year-old boy named Ethan, lingered on the school grounds. His attention was captured by a sight that would change his life – a stray dog, frail and paralyzed, struggling to move on the roadside. While others passed by without a second glance, Ethan felt an immediate connection with the helpless creature.
Driven by empathy and an innate sense of kindness, Ethan approached the paralyzed dog cautiously, his eyes reflecting a blend of concern and determination. He gently petted the dog, offering the comfort of a human touch, and realized that the dog was in desperate need of assistance. Without a moment’s hesitation, Ethan decided to stay back and help the dog, even if it meant postponing his journey home.
With unwavering determination, Ethan used his backpack to fashion a makeshift stretcher, carefully lifting the dog onto it. Despite his young age, he demonstrated remarkable strength and resourcefulness. With the dog cradled in his arms, he set out on a slow, deliberate journey, his small legs determinedly carrying the burden of his newfound furry friend. Passersby watched in awe and admiration as the young boy navigated the bustling streets, his eyes focused on the well-being of the paralyzed dog in his care.
Ethan’s refusal to go home after school did not go unnoticed. The street cameras captured his act of kindness, and the footage quickly made its way onto social media, capturing the attention of people far and wide. The image of a 7-year-old boy, resolute and compassionate, serving as a guardian angel to a helpless creature, resonated deeply with viewers. Messages of admiration and encouragement flooded the internet, praising Ethan’s extraordinary act of selflessness.
Ethan’s parents, upon learning about their son’s noble deed, felt an overwhelming sense of pride and gratitude. They recognized that their child possessed a heart of gold and an innate understanding of compassion. They supported Ethan’s decision wholeheartedly, reinforcing the values of kindness, empathy, and responsibility that he had displayed.
As news of Ethan’s act of compassion spread, the local community rallied together to ensure the well-being of the paralyzed dog. Veterinary clinics, animal shelters, and concerned citizens offered their assistance, providing medical care, rehabilitation, and a safe haven for the injured dog. The story of Ethan’s selfless act inspired others to extend their support, leading to a collective effort to provide a better life for the once-abandoned canine.
Ethan’s story became a symbol of hope and compassion, a testament to the impact that a single act of kindness, no matter how small, can have on the lives of others. His actions served as a reminder that empathy knows no age, and that even the youngest among us can make a difference in the world. The story of Ethan and the paralyzed stray dog became a beacon of light, illuminating the path toward a kinder, more compassionate society, where the well-being of all living beings is valued and protected.
In the end, Ethan’s story taught the world a valuable lesson – that acts of compassion, no matter how humble, have the power to create ripples of change, transforming lives and inspiring others to follow in the footsteps of kindness. His selfless act will be remembered as a shining example of the boundless potential for goodness that resides within each of us, reminding us all that a single act of kindness can truly make the world a better place.
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