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Senior Dog Arrived at Shelter ‘Unresponsive,’ Now He’s Unrecognizable

Senior Dog Arrived at Shelter ‘Unresponsive,’ Now He’s Unrecognizable

Summary

A senior Chihuahua mix dog named Snoots, found unresponsive earlier this year, made a remarkable recovery at the Austin Pets Alive! shelter and has been adopted into a new home. Snoots' story gained attention through a viral video, ultimately leading to his adoption by Maddie, who specializes in caring for senior dogs.

Key Facts

  • Snoots is a senior Chihuahua mix that was unresponsive when found.
  • He was taken to Austin Pets Alive! shelter weighing just 5 pounds and estimated to be at least 12 years old.
  • Snoots received emergency veterinary care, which helped him recover.
  • A video of Snoots' recovery shared on Instagram reached over 490,000 people.
  • Maddie, from @theseniordogsquad, adopted Snoots and provides a home for senior dogs.
  • Since the adoption, Snoots is thriving and living with 10 other senior dogs.
  • Austin Pets Alive! highlighted Snoots’ story as an example of giving older dogs a second chance at life.
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