No Dogs Forgotten

This story takes place in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, which hit Houston, Texas in August 2017. The hurricane was one of the most devastating natural disasters in U.S. history, causing widespread flooding and displacement of people and animals.

Amid the chaos and destruction, a group of animal rescuers from a nonprofit organization called The Forgotten Dogs of the Fifth Ward Project were on a mission to save as many dogs as possible. The organization focuses on rescuing abandoned and stray dogs in the Fifth Ward area of Houston, where many residents live in poverty and struggle to care for their pets.

The Forgotten Dogs team was driving around the neighborhood in a boat, searching for dogs who had been left behind or were struggling to survive in the floodwaters. They saw a dog sitting on top of a car, and they knew they had to act fast to save her.

The dog was a six-year-old mixed breed named Wanda, and she was shivering with fear and cold. She had been stranded on the car for three days without food or water. The rescuers approached her slowly and calmly, talking to her in soothing voices. They managed to coax her onto the boat, where they wrapped her in a blanket and gave her some food and water.

Wanda was taken to a temporary shelter, where she was examined by a veterinarian. She was found to be in good health, despite her ordeal, but she was extremely fearful and traumatized by her experience. She would cower in fear whenever anyone approached her, and she would refuse to eat or drink.

The rescuers knew that Wanda needed a lot of love and patience to help her overcome her fear. They took turns sitting with her, talking to her in gentle voices, and offering her food and water. They also brought in a therapy dog named Otis to help Wanda feel more comfortable. Otis was a calm and gentle dog who would lie next to Wanda and nuzzle her, offering her comfort and companionship.

Over time, Wanda began to trust the rescuers and the other dogs. She would wag her tail when someone approached, and she would even take treats from their hands. She started to play with Otis and the other dogs, and she would run around the play yard with them.

Eventually, Wanda was adopted by a loving family who lived in Pennsylvania. The family had recently lost their beloved dog, and they were eager to give another dog a second chance at a happy life. When they met Wanda, they were taken with her sweet nature and gentle demeanor. They knew that Wanda was the perfect dog for them.

Wanda made the long journey from Houston to Pennsylvania, where she was welcomed with open arms by her new family. She quickly adjusted to her new home, and she loved exploring her new surroundings. She would run around the backyard with the family’s other dog, a golden retriever named Max. She also enjoyed snuggling with her new family on the couch and watching TV with them.

Today, Wanda is a happy and healthy dog who has found her forever home. Her transformation is a testament to the power of love and patience. Despite her traumatic experience, she has learned to trust humans again and is now living a happy and fulfilling life with her new family. Her story also highlights the important work that animal rescue organizations do to save the lives of animals in need.