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A man in Austin has fallen head over heels for a dog that’s heels over heads. Alva the dog has wobbler syndrome, but that didn’t stop Joe Rotunda from knowing they were meant to be together.
Arriving at Austin Pets Alive! in November 2020 at just 5 months old, Alva was flea-ridden, malnourished, and in need of a helping paw. She had a hard time standing and walking on account of the syndrome.
After almost 24 months of shelter stays and foster care, the rigors of her life with wobblers and multiple owners had made her self-protective, territorial, and shy.
Mr. Rotunda had originally seen Alva on APA’s Instagram, and felt he had to do something to help her.
“I just looked at her and said, ‘I bet everyone has given up on you,'” Rotunda allegedly told APA! “‘I’m not going to do that to you.'”
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Arriving at Austin Pets Alive! in November 2020 at just 5 months old, Alva was flea-ridden, malnourished, and in need of a helping paw. She had a hard time standing and walking on account of the syndrome.
After almost 24 months of shelter stays and foster care, the rigors of her life with wobblers and multiple owners had made her self-protective, territorial, and shy.
Mr. Rotunda had originally seen Alva on APA’s Instagram, and felt he had to do something to help her.
“I just looked at her and said, ‘I bet everyone has given up on you,'” Rotunda allegedly told APA! “‘I’m not going to do that to you.'”
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Man Visits Shelter Dog Every Day for 2 Months to Earn Her Trust Before Fostering Her
He outfitted his house with various ramps and padded corners to ensure she had a safe, maneuverable environment.
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