Bobby’s story is one of resilience and hope. It is about a dog who continues to trust humans despite having every reason not to.

Bobby was found approximately two months ago on the side of a road in Loutraki, Greece, in critical condition. He was extremely underweight, injured, and barely able to stand. It was immediately clear that he had been through significant trauma. The most likely explanation is that Bobby was abandoned after previously living in a home.

Bobby does not behave like a dog born on the streets. From the moment he was rescued, he showed clear signs of being a dog that grew up in a home. He actively seeks human contact, settles quickly indoors, understands basic routines, and shows a strong desire to please. These traits are rarely seen in dogs raised feral and instead point to a dog who once relied on people for safety and care. When that was taken away, Bobby was left completely unequipped to survive on the streets and clearly struggled to adapt.

Bobby was also attacked by other dogs. In Greece, packs of territorial street dogs are common, particularly male dogs guarding areas. Bobby sustained multiple bite wounds, consistent with an attack. Unaccustomed to street life, he was also at serious risk from traffic, as he does not instinctively understand cars or road danger.

Bobby was urgently rushed to the vet, where he remained for over a week. During this time, it was discovered that Bobby was suffering from severe gastrointestinal distress. He was constipated and passing blood due to a bone lodged in his stomach, likely ingested while scavenging for food on the streets. Without veterinary care, this could easily have been fatal.

Unfortunately, releasing Bobby back onto the streets was never an option. He is not mentally or emotionally suited for street survival, and doing so would almost certainly result in further injury or death. With no shelter space available, a temporary solution was created: a basic shelter built in a shed near his rescuer’s home.

While this arrangement kept Bobby alive, it has never been safe or sustainable. The shed does not belong to the rescuer, and Bobby’s loneliness has led to barking and crying when left alone. This has resulted in escalating complaints, threats from neighbours, and ultimately police involvement. Authorities have now stated that Bobby cannot remain there, giving a very limited time-frame to find an alternative.

To make matters worse, there have been deeply disturbing incidents of glass shards being deliberately placed inside the shed, including near Bobby’s food area and later near the entrance. On the second occasion, Bobby stepped on a shard and was limping briefly. Thankfully, he was not seriously injured, but the danger is real and ongoing. Bobby’s current situation is no longer safe!

At the same time, the rescuer’s own senior dog has become seriously ill and urgently requires surgery, placing an enormous emotional and financial strain on the household.

With no foster options locally, no available shelter space, and increasing hostility from the surrounding area, Bobby has reached a critical point.

And yet, through all of this, Bobby remains a remarkable dog.

He is affectionate, resilient, and deeply people-oriented. He forms bonds quickly, enjoys companionship, and remains curious despite repeated abandonment and trauma.

Bobby does not belong on the Greek streets. He does not belong in a shed. He belongs in a loving home!

The positive news is that a miracle has happened and a Rescue in the UK has agreed to take Bobby in! They will take care of him while we continue to look for his forever home and loving family.

All that prevents Bobby´s safety right now is the funding! The rescuer unfortunately is not able to cover all the costs for the veterinary bills, documents, dog crate and transport. Any support to get Bobby to safety would be greatly appreciated! It has been a very long journey getting him to this point and we can now see light at the end of the tunnel.

To everyone that cares and has supported Bobby's journey thus far, THANK YOU!