Dogs are loving creatures. Although they cannot verbalize their feelings, they show their love and loyalty through their gestures. And like human beings, they too long for affection.

These domestic animals do not demand much from us. Aside from food and shelter, petting and playing with them are enough to keep them happy and satisfied.

Sadly, not everybody knows how to care for them.

Many of these pups wander the streets searching for food and a place to hide from the scorching sun or a terrifying storm. These abandoned and neglected dogs soon become scruffy and malnourished. Disgusted or scared of their condition, people consequently choose to ignore, hurt, or shoo them away. It’s sad.

This mangy whelp probably experienced all those things

However, her fate changed the day a kind family drove by and saw her on the side of the road

They stopped and summoned her to come inside their car

The family took her to a vet so she could be given the appropriate care and treatment she needed.

They also named her Kelsey

There, the staff fed and gave her a medicated bath to help cure the sores all over her emaciated body

After which, they patted her dry and wrapped her in a towel

As the staff held Kelsey in his arms, I can’t help but wonder how she must have felt. It was probably the first time someone had cuddled her.

It’s heartbreaking to see animals like Kelsey suffer. You’ll know by looking at her eyes that she’s a gentle mutt.

Soon Kelsey’s wounds healed, and her coat grew back

She even made new friends

Kelsey transformed into a beautiful, happy, healthy pup, thanks to the kind-hearted family who took a chance on her.

Kelsey also finally found a new family, and they are giving her the love and care she needs

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