A Pit Bull family was about to be put down at a high-kill shelter until they were saved at the very last minute. Mom, dad and eight puppies were about to be destroyed until they were rescued by Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs.
Shana at the shelter. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
The rescue wrote on their Facebook page:
“We were sick at the thought of this entire family being wiped out and these babies not even getting the chance to live and be loved. Momma is one of the sweetest most submissive dogs and shelter workers literally pleaded for her life.”
Shana and Rebel’s puppies. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
“Dad is just a youngster himself, under a year old, so worried for the fate of his mate and beautiful tiny babies. This ripped our hearts right out, knowing that in a few hours this family would be no more.”
Rebel before he was rescued by Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
Realizing they could not turn their back on the family, they pulled them from the shelter with no pledges or donations secured. Thankfully, the rescue’s supporters answered the call for help.
The mom, now named Shana, and her mate, Rebel, are now safely together. The pair are very happy to be together. The rescue noted that Rebel, is especially attached. “He looks for her whenever they are apart,” the rescue commented.
Shana and Rebel enjoying their freedom. Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
As for their puppies, they will join them soon once they have been treated for parasites. The puppies have bad parasitic infections and are too sick to be transported at this time so they are with a veterinarian until they are better.
In the meantime, Shana and Rebel are enjoying their newfound freedom. “Both are very sweet youngsters themselves,” Second Chance Rescue writes.
Photo credit: Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs
The rescue is looking forward to finding this amazing family forever homes when they are ready. “We just couldn’t let them die, and because of our amazing supporters we were able to bring them into our rescue,” Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs posted to Facebook. “Thank you so much!”
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