Dirty, hungry puppy hangs his head in shame when told he's worthless and kicked out

Every puppy needs tender, loving care. They are not equipped to go out in search of food alone. Frightened and alone, a puppy this young risks dying of starvation. Finding water and shelter are other challenges that even adult dogs face.

A puppy in a terrible state

When this little one was seen all alone in the street, he was in a terrible state. He was sitting, almost hairless, scratching his skin. The most heartbreaking thing was that he hung his head as if he was not worthy of a good life. This made his rescuers so sad! He wasn't just physically beaten; this puppy was mentally and emotionally exhausted.

The intervention of Brazilian rescuers

The rescue group in Brazil named the puppy Sardinha. He was so nice but basically closed off. Some residents say he was kicked out of his home when he fell ill. A few others said he was still on the streets. It didn't matter how he got here. What matters now is what happens next!

Essential veterinary care

Rescuers take the shy puppy to the vet. He's a mess! The poor boy has scabies, worms and eye infections. But surprisingly, he understood that every human he has met, since he was taken from the streets, is there to help him. The rest of the article on the next page