Injured North Carolina Dog Saved From Euthanasia By A Heroic Intervention
Working as a veterinarian in North Carolina, Aly had seen her share of heartbreaking cases, but something about Kora hit her differently.
It wasn’t even her shift when the urgent call came in: a young Great Pyrenees had been struck by a work truck and needed immediate care.
The family who brought her in was heartbroken. Kora was meant to be their farm dog, but now, injured and fragile, she couldn’t fulfill that role anymore.
They weren’t sure exactly how severe her injuries were, but they knew caring for her would be overwhelming financially, physically, and emotionally.
With heavy hearts, they began considering humane euthanasia.
Before that decision was finalized, Aly’s coworkers reached out, asking her to come see Kora. Even though she was off that day, she didn’t hesitate.
Something told her she needed to be there.
The moment she entered the room, Aly’s heart softened. This big, fluffy pup, eyes full of emotion despite her battered body, wagged her tail as if nothing terrible had happened.
She was just a baby, faced with an incredibly harsh reality. And yet, she still wanted to give love.
Aly spoke with the family, who were devastated and wanted what was best for Kora, even if it meant letting her go. But Aly had a different idea.
And just like that, Kora became part of Aly’s life.
The following days were intense. Kora needed major orthopedic surgery to save her leg. She was moved to specialists and stayed in the hospital for about a week.
The surgery alone cost between $3,000 and $4,000, not including hospitalization and medications.
But Aly didn’t hesitate. She was determined to do whatever it took to give Kora a second chance.
When Aly and her husband finally brought Kora home, there was one big adjustment: She had never been inside a house before.
Her life had always been outdoors. But the moment she stepped through the front door, she seemed like she’d always belonged.
She settled in quickly and was gentle with their cats. The couple had several rescue animals, and Kora embraced them all, soaking in the warmth of a family home.
At first, Kora couldn’t have many treats due to her medications. But as she recovered, they slowly started giving her small snacks.
She absolutely loved them, savoring every bite with her eyes closed and even doing that adorable little move where she rolled the treat across her palate like it was a fancy meal.
It was adorable!
Now, Kora runs, plays, and acts like nothing ever happened. Her leg is strong, and her spirit even stronger.
When the sun sets and something unusual stirs outside, she’s always the first on alert, ready to protect her family. That instinct as a livestock guardian is still very much part of her.
But more than that, she’s always by her parents’ side, especially Aly’s husband – they’ve become inseparable.
Sometimes, Aly wishes she could explain to Kora just how loved she is and how grateful they feel to have her.
She’s not just a dog – they call her their ‘happy crazy lady,’ and it fits her perfectly.
