Nurse Saved A Dog That Was Near Death

A dog was nearly in the jaws of death. Dog was discovered laying motionless on the floor of an abandoned house.

Luckily, the sweet dog has found a new loving home with the vet nurse who assisted in his recuperation. Seb was found at home after their elderly owner passed away. Ruth Thomas-Coxon ia an animal rescue officer with the RSPCA.

He was dispatched to retrieve the animals after they were signed over to the organization for care. Seb’s fur was a tangled mess from being terribly neglected. The 11-year-old dog had to have his fur removed in order to disclose the degree of his emaciation.

Veterinarian Nicole Burn nursed Seb back to health at Stanhope Park Vets in Darlington. She decided to adopt him after creating a deep connection during all his recovery time.

“When we lifted Seb onto the examination table at the vet’s, there was nothing on him. When I first saw Seb, he looked in a dreadful state and we felt he was hours away from death,” Nicole said.

He had to have his matted fur removed under anesthesia. When Seb sought emergency care, he weighed 12.2 kilograms. After two months, he put on weight and reached a healthier weight of 19.9 kilograms.

Nicole took care of Seb and quickly developed a fondness for him. When the time came for him to be adopted, she seized the opportunity.

Nicole later expressed herself: “He is such a gentle and happy boy. I bonded with him right away. Sab has been through some difficult times, but he is so happy and content. I have grown up with rough-haired collies, so I know the breed well.”