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<div>A few days ago, we found an injured, malnourished dog wandering alone along the side of the road — thin, limping, and clearly in pain. His fur was dirty, his body frail, and he looked like he had completely given up. We later named him Rufus.
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<div>We believe Rufus may have been hit by a car and left to fend for himself. He’s just a baby — probably no more than 1 or 2 years old — yet already has endured more than any dog ever should. Despite everything, Rufus has remained gentle and calm — with eyes that speak to how much he’s been through.
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<div>But now Rufus needs more help than we can give on our own.
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<div>We brought Rufus to the vet the day after we found him for a full exam, including bloodwork and X-rays. Even in pain, he was the sweetest boy — calm, gentle, and trusting with everyone he met.
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<div>The vet confirmed that Rufus was covered in fleas, had no microchip, and was at least 15 pounds underweight from prolonged neglect. Most concerningly, he has a dislocated knee that never healed properly. The injury has caused severe tissue damage and joint instability, which is why he walks with a painful limp.
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<div>To give Rufus a real chance at walking again and living without chronic pain, the vet recommends surgery to remove the damaged tissue, realign the joint, and allow the knee to heal correctly.
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<div><strong>Our Goal: $5,000 for Rufus’s Recovery</strong>
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<div>His initial vet visit alone cost $1,637, and that’s just the beginning.
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<div>How You Can Help
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<div>Rufus didn’t ask for this life. He didn’t ask to be abandoned or hurt. But now that he’s been found, we’re determined to fight for him — and we hope you will too.
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<div><strong>If you can donate, no matter how small, it will go directly toward helping Rufus heal and walk again.</strong> If you’re unable to give right now, please share his story. The more people who see Rufus, the closer we get to his recovery.
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<div>Thank you for reading, for caring, and for being part of Rufus’s journey from the streets to safety. We’ll keep you updated every step of the way.
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