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Dog Loses Leg—What Home Depot Workers Build for Him Melts Hearts

Dog Loses Leg—What Home Depot Workers Build for Him Melts Hearts

Summary

A rescue dog named Zeke, who lost a leg after a car accident, received a custom wheelchair from workers at Home Depot. Zeke's owner, Taylor, initially struggled to build the wheelchair on her own, but with the help of Home Depot staff, they created a sturdy and supportive chair. The story went viral online, highlighting the kindness of the workers and inspiring others to find affordable solutions for their pets.

Key Facts

  • Zeke is a 1-year-old mixed breed dog who lost a leg due to a car accident.
  • Taylor, Zeke's owner, adopted him in September and wanted to ensure he had a wheelchair for support.
  • Taylor initially tried to make the wheelchair herself using PVC pipes and wheels.
  • Home Depot workers helped Taylor by improving her design, making it stronger and more practical.
  • The wheelchair cost less than $100 and was completed in about four hours.
  • A TikTok video about the experience has gained over 249,300 views and more than 18,600 likes.
  • Taylor hopes to inspire others to find affordable solutions for dogs in need of wheelchairs.

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