A deaf canine, known as Stinger by his rescuers, was abandoned after being stung more than a thousand times by a swarm of bees. After being dumped at a dog shelter and receiving life-threatening infections, Carri Shipaila of LuvnPupz rescue center in Greater Grand Rapids worked hard to nurse the pup back to health. Now, 14 months later, Stinger has found a loving foster home and is no longer recognizable from his condition after being covered in blisters. The animal had limped out of the swarm of bees and was left with injuries so severe that euthanasia was considered as an option by the shelter.
The photograph captures a happy and healthy Stinger in his fresh abode.
The photograph captures Stinger, who has endured the painful experience of being stung by bees an astounding 1000 times.
After being abandoned at a shelter, Stinger was quickly rushed to the vets for treatment. His condition at the time was quite dire, and the vet warned that keeping him alive could expose him to many illnesses. However, Carri, the founder of LuvnPupz, a home-based animal shelter, knew that Stinger needed their help, no matter the cost. She drove over an hour to reach the clinic and take him in. Since then, Stinger has received dedicated care from LuvnPupz and made a remarkable turnaround, with his glossy white fur coat restored. LuvnPupz has helped over 700 animals since its establishment in 2014, and Stinger’s case is just one example of their impressive work. Despite being deaf, Stinger seems content with the name given to him by Carri. The shelter required Carri to hold onto Stinger for 30 days, during which time the owner could claim him, and any costs incurred during this period could not be reimbursed.
Stinger, a pitbull, is unfortunately deaf. The previous owners did not wish to take responsibility for his care, but the current caretaker could not bear to see him suffer. Stinger has received treatment for various medical issues such as stings, allergic reactions, skin infections, and sarcoptic mange. Unfortunately, the trauma he experienced led to a lifelong autoimmune disease called Pemphigus, which requires expensive treatment. Despite these challenges, Stinger is a wonderful dog with a loving and playful personality. However, due to the ongoing costs of his care, he cannot be adopted and will remain in his foster home for the rest of his life.
Stinger, a young dog who was abandoned and mistreated, was given a second chance at LuvnPupz, a rescue organization that helps dogs in need in Greater Grand Rapids, MI, USA. The founder of LuvnPupz started the organization after losing one of her own rescued dogs to cancer and realizing that she could do more good by helping many dogs in need, especially those with medical issues. The rescue has saved around 700 animals since it began, and is run entirely by volunteers who have real jobs but pour their hearts and souls into the cause. Stinger has been nursed back to full health and is one of the many success stories of LuvnPupz.
