Meet Tom, the malnourished dog who spent the first four years of his life chained to a tree, with little access to food or water. His callous owner in Alabama ignored his health issues, including worms, mange, and severe underweight, leaving him weighing less than 40 pounds when he was rescued.
Thankfully, Tom caught the attention of dog rescue organizations, who transported him to a canine adoption center in Minnesota, where he found his forever home. “I was drawn to him immediately, as he was the only one of the dozen dogs not barking, whining, or jumping around,” recalls his new owner.
When Tom’s new owner brought him home, he hesitated for a moment, concerned that Tom might struggle to climb the stairs after enduring so much cruelty. But Tom slowly made his way inside his new home.
After a visit to the vet, Tom was treated for a cracked tooth and heartworm, but his future is now looking bright.
Today, Tom weighs around 70 pounds and is a loving, happy family pet!