We often see rescue stories in our line of work. Each story is unique and miraculous. Each rescue holds a special place in our hearts. Senna’s story is overwhelmingly touching. Everglades Rescue had heard about a Pit Bull wandering the streets. They were told she was extremely scared of people.
For weeks, the rescue group searched and searched for the dog they named “Senna.” On a rainy day, one of the rescuers set up a humane trap where Senna was last spotted. It took a while for Senna to investigate the cage but by the grace of God, she made her way over and then inside.
Immediately, as the rescuers carried her cage into their car, they could see this wasn’t at all a usual ‘fearful’ dog. Senna’s case was extreme.
Senna either never had human contact before or her experience had been so frightening that she had shut down. Once back at the rescue center, she lay on her bed like a statue. She wouldn’t make eye contact. She wouldn’t stand up. In fact, she wouldn’t move at all.
In order for her to go to the bathroom, the caregivers would have to lift her and take her outside. She’d relieve herself and then lie right back down.
This motivated Senna’s caregivers to give her special attention. She desperately needed it and that’s okay. This was not her fault. Her fear had completely turned her inside out. She showed no aggression but she also didn’t show any other emotion.
But with each passing day, Senna realized she was in a safe place, surrounded by people who love her. This mattered greatly to a dog that was so afraid. She needed to trust in order to grow.
Then, slowly, Senna would stand up outside when she was carried out. She didn’t move much– just a step here and there but hey, it was progress! Then that progress expanded to standing up and looking around. Senna always walked slowly and cautiously but those steps meant everything. Especially when she walked nearly the whole distance of the yard and found a place to lounge in the sun!
Senna’s caregiver would sleep beside her when she was in her bed. One day, Senna turned to her and looked her in the eyes for the first time. It was magical! But then the real magic happened! Senna gave her a kiss!
We aren’t sure what happened to Senna to make her so afraid but we do know she’s getting so much better. Her future looks bright and she’s now safe and loved! Please take the time to watch her rescue video. It’s truly touching!
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