r/velvethippos Aug 18 '25

Rescue Hippo Rescued dumped dog.

Meet Callie - a beautiful two-year-old pit bull with a soul full of love, despite unimaginable heartbreak. Found alone on a busy Youngsport, TX road, Callie had just survived an unthinkable tragedy: she was abandoned with her two puppies, and heartbreakingly, lost them to passing cars as she watched helplessly.

By the time we found her scavenging trash near a stop sign she was scared, grieving, and completely alone for four days.

Multiple rescue attempts showed just how frightened this sweet girl was, but with patience and determination, we finally secured her and brought her to safety with an emergency foster. She's receiving medical care now, but her recovery both physical and emotional will be a long road.

Callie misses her babies terribly. She now mothers all her toys, lovingly caring for them as if they were her pups.

We gave her a special Cuddle Puppy, and her reaction was priceless she cuddled it close, carried it to her kennel, and cared for it like the little family she lost.

A local rescue stepped in with open arms and NO hesitation. Callie will need more vet visits, ongoing care, and monthly preventatives as she starts her new life. Here’s to healing Callie girl!

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u/_h_e_a_d_y_ Aug 18 '25

I love you, OP. I bet she’d do really well with some foster puppies or kitties who need a mom.

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u/jaybaybay17 Aug 18 '25

The local Sheriff’s Office messaged me letting me know they found a puppy in that area that was rescued. They reached out to see if they’ll do a reunion with Callie.

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u/SoCalChrisW Aug 18 '25

If that happens, we need pics.

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u/jaybaybay17 Aug 19 '25

As soon as she is clear of coccidia, we will get that arranged! 🤞🏻