Periwinkle

Peri when surrendered

Periwinkle (Peri) never wanted to give up hope, but her life had become very dismal. Each day was the same, as she wandered the streets looking for something to eat, drink or a little shade from the hot sun to rest her tired body. She had probably never been groomed, by the looks of her huge, heavy clusters of matted hair that hung from everywhere on her bony body. Would today be the day that someone may notice her plea for help and take her in and give her a chance? 

July 16th was the day that hope was on the horizon for Peri. She was whisked up by a good samaritan and brought to ACT, to begin her road to recovery and her search for the forever home that she so desperately needed and deserved.

Some wonderful ACT volunteers, patiently and with precision removed each and every one of the mats that were painfully pulling on her tender, parasite covered body. She laid there very still, as if she knew that she finally had humans that she could trust and that would not betray her.

Another volunteer foster Mom, saw Peri’s photo and was so drawn to helping her heal that she took her into her home. Within days, Peri was thriving, playing and enjoying sleeping in bed with her foster Mom. A life that a few days before, she could have never imagined without ACT.

Each and every day her foster Mom is amazed at her progress and how resilient these amazing animals are. Within a week of rescue she was already looking amazing. She had learned the doggie door to go out and do her business, she sat on command for a treat and she quickly learned that belly rubs were really a nice addition to an afternoon nap.

Peri has a new lease on life and a new family waiting to adopt her when she has completely healed from her time on the streets, human neglect and lack of proper care.

Hope is alive for Peri!

Laura Williams

Peri's Foster Mom 

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