Breeder Discarded Puppy Born Without Front Legs But Now She’s Thriving

A tiny puppy named Olivia was born with front paws but no front legs to support them. So, a teacup dog breeder saw no use for her and dropped her off at Fayette County Animal Control in West Virginia, asking them to euthanize her. But the staff took one look at the puppy and knew they couldn’t end her life. Olivia deserved a fighting chance. With the help of Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, Olivia is feeling confident and joyful. While getting around is difficult for her, volunteers are dedicated to making her life easier. Soon, she’ll even have her own wheelchair! Facebook From Unwanted to Forever Loved Olivia is less than a year old, and she only weighed a half-pound when she arrived at the rescue. She went through orthopedic exams and x-rays, which determined that she needed a wheelchair. Although, she gets around incredibly well without her front legs. Homeward Trails is working with Bionic Pets to create a custom wheelchair for Olivia. It should arrive in a few weeks, and it will adjust to the puppy’s size as she grows. In the meantime, Olivia loves spending time in her foster home, where she befriended a 65-pound Lab named Rey. Facebook “They are real buds. Olivia is full of en...