When the Southern Animal Organization received a call about a severely malnourished dog wandering the streets of New Orleans, they sprang into action.
The workers were horrified by what they found. The Weimaraner mix, now named Alex, was on the brink of starvation, barely able to move.
They quickly transported him to Vermilion Parish’s Rabies Animal Control in New Orleans, where he would receive the care he desperately needed. During his stay, an X-ray revealed a shocking discovery.
In a desperate attempt to survive, Alex had been eating rocks and twigs. It was truly heartbreaking.
Fortunately, Alex’s suffering is now behind him. He is receiving the proper care and attention needed to make a full recovery.
Alex’s New Family
Alex spent weeks on the road to recovery, with a woman named Diane Lundeen by his side.
Initially, Diane took him in as a foster, expecting it to be a temporary arrangement.
However, as time passed, their bond grew stronger, and Diane realized she couldn’t let him go—she had to adopt him.
Under her care, Alex’s weight increased dramatically, and his mood transformed. He went from being a depressed street dog to a joyful, playful companion in just a few weeks.
The best part? Alex now gets to spend time with his new doggie siblings, showing them just how incredible he is.
It’s truly heartwarming to witness a story where a starving dog gets the help he so desperately needed.
In the end, everything turned out beautifully for Alex, and he is now enjoying every moment with his new family.
