The majority of her body is currently burned, with her nose being the most noticeable, but when the skin peels off, she will be vulnerable to infection and dehydration as a result of the stress. She is compassionate and still has faith in people in spite of everything.
“My heart just fell apart.” Ashley Book, the rescue’s medical director, told KENS 5 that seeing her was heartbreaking.
Her skin was really rough, and she had a terrible burning odor. What was most noticeable on her face was the puffiness, even though it almost seemed melted.
The dog lost most of her fur and her ears had to be amputated due to the burn damage. Even after enduring so much pain and going through so many surgeries, she never gave up. The rescue named her “Phoenix,” after the mythical bird who burns but rises again from the ashes.
“I initially didn’t think she was going to make it, and this is going to be extremely costly,” Book told KENS 5 in October.
Over the year, 4 Little Paws has continued to post updates about Phoenix’s progress. Though the photos can be graphic, they said her appearance would ”get worse before it gets better.”
People were moved by Phoenix’s story and gave to aid in her recuperation; more than $63,000 has been raised on a GoFundMe page to fund her medical expenses. In total, the community raised more than $112,000 to pay for Phoenix’s medical care and recuperation.
Her kidney functions have stabilized, her pain is under control, and the dog’s skin has grown back thanks to operations and skin grafts.
Today, she has recovered enough that she was allowed out of the hospital to stay with Ashley Book, who eventually adopted her.
”I pretty much think I’m going to be her future mom. She’s captured everybody’s hearts, and, least of not was mine,” Book said back in February.
People were moved by Phoenix’s story and gave to aid in her recuperation; more than $63,000 has been raised on a GoFundMe page to fund her medical expenses. In total, the community raised more than $112,000 to pay for Phoenix’s medical care and recuperation.
Her kidney functions have stabilized, her pain is under control, and the dog’s skin has grown back thanks to operations and skin grafts.
received the maximum sentence of 20 years, with the possibility of parole in 4 to 5 years.
While this can’t undo the pain Phoenix endured, it brings a glimmer of hope that justice will prevail. Let us all continue to pray that this serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting those who cannot protect themselves.
It’s horrifying that anyone would set an innocent dog on fire, but we’re glad Phoenix has risen from the ashes and is on the road to recovery
Please keep this beautiful dog in your thoughts, and please share this story to spread the word.