The Amelia County Animal Shelter (ACAS) in Virginia often fields distressing calls about dogs in need, having rescued many from challenging situations.
However, they recently received a unique call from shoppers at a local dollar store that stood out from the rest.
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Customers at a Dollar General in Jetersville noticed a pit bull sitting quietly at the store’s door, watching people come and go.
Despite bearing scratches across her body, the dog displayed a deep, soulful gaze that tugged at the hearts of those who saw her.
Moved by her silent plea for help, the shoppers took action, offering the dog food and water before reaching out to the local animal control.
When the officers arrived to assist the pit bull, whom they later named Izzy, they quickly discovered she was a nursing mother. Nearby, they found her puppies, hungry and in need of protection.
The rescue team safely gathered the mother and her puppies, taking them directly to ACAS. The shelter staff warmly welcomed Izzy and her little ones, scheduling them for a veterinary check-up the following day.
“Mom and the babies went to the vet today and got checked out, pedicures and some meds to get all of them right on track,” the shelter posted on Facebook. “Everyone is doing good and eating well.”
The shelter staff quickly became enamored with Izzy and her puppies. While the puppies enjoyed their meals, the team showered Izzy with affection, forming an immediate bond. “[Mama], aka Izzy, is such a love bug,” ACAS noted on social media.
To support Izzy’s recovery from her recent challenges, the shelter decided to give her breaks from her motherly duties.
While some staff members cared for her puppies, others spent quality time with Izzy, allowing her to relax and express her gentle nature.
“Izzy [is] enjoying some time [away] from babies and [in] fresh air,” the shelter shared in an update. “She is so gentle taking treats.”
Currently, Izzy and her pups remain at ACAS, becoming stronger each day. They will be ready for adoption once they are in good health.
Meanwhile, they continue to bask in the love and care provided by their new friends at the shelter, gradually leaving their past life behind.
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