Hugo was born with a serious neurological problem preventing him from walking. But thanks to the love of his foster family and his determination, he has made impressive progress.
The story of the little Hugoreported by bright side, is a model of determination that everyone could learn from. Born with swimmer puppy syndrome, a neurological condition, Hugo had his legs stretched out on the side of his body, and he was unable to move them. Her foster family went out of their way to help her, and the results are amazing!
Hugo was abandoned because of his disability
When the former owners ofHugo found he couldn’t walk, they left him in a shelter. The puppy didn’t stay there very long, however, because the Tucker, a foster family, decided to help her. At the Tucker, Hugo not only received all possible care to help him progress, but he was also surrounded by love and stimulation. This family with children and other dogs was an environment conducive to the development of the puppy.
A long and difficult rehabilitation
At the beginning, Hugo was unable to exercise the slightest movement with its paws. But the family Tucker started several rehabilitation exercises. First there were many assisted swimming sessions. Without the weight of his body to carry, Hugo managed a little better to get his feet to go in the water.
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At home, everyone in the family, including the dogs, stimulated the puppy. The desire to play with others pushed Hugo to force more and more, and to succeed in lifting yourself slightly.
Following his progress, the family Tucker started tying his front legs together and his hind legs together. Of this sort, Hugo could walk a little. By building muscle and working on neurological connections, the puppy gradually regained control of his body.
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A real miracle!
One day, Hugo started running for the first time. He was staggering and his movements were not smooth, but he was running. Since that day, the dog has never stopped, and his progress has become dazzling.
After this great job accomplished, the foster family had to resolve to prepare for the final adoption of their little protege. They made a nice video telling the whole story ofHugoand shared it on a page Facebook dedicated.
The dog was finally adopted, and his new family continues to share news of him on Facebook. He is doing great and is very happy!
By Wendy Lonis
Web editor
An agricultural engineer by training, Wendy combines her passions for words and animals by writing for Pets-dating. A freelance web writer, she shares her home with many furry and feathered friends: an Australian Shepherd, chickens and even racing pigeons!