A poor dog was discovered by the roadside in Lebanon, suffering from unimaginable cruelty. Her ear had been cruelly severed, she was blind, heavily pregnant, and had been shot with pellets a shocking 17 times. Additionally, she was left chained up, all alone and abandoned.
Maggie could have remained in that place indefinitely had it not been for the kind-hearted intervention of a compassionate man who immediately took notice of her plight. He scooped her up and took her all the way back to Beirut to receive the necessary medical care. However, Maggie’s extraordinary rescue journey was not yet at its conclusion.
News of Maggie’s miraculous rescue spread to Wild At Heart Foundation, an esteemed rescue organization based in the United Kingdom. Deeply moved by her harrowing story, they readily agreed to step in and offer their assistance. Their primary goal was to rescue Maggie from her current situation and secure a suitable foster home for her.
Enter Kasey Carlin, who coincidentally stumbled upon Maggie’s heartwarming tale. After her mother shared a photograph of the courageous dog, Kasey was immediately captivated and wholeheartedly agreed that they must assume the role of foster parents for Maggie.
Kasey was astonished to discover that Maggie had been hit in the eyes by an air pistol. Unfortunately, the pellets caused severe infections in the eye sockets and her eyes had to be surgically removed. Upon returning to the UK, Kasey was startled to find numerous pellets scattered throughout Maggie’s body.
Despite enduring unimaginable difficulties, Maggie’s gentle disposition and compassionate heart greatly touched Kasey. In fact, Kasey was so deeply moved that she made the heartfelt decision to personally adopt Maggie as her own.
“Maggie may not be a designer breed, lacking eyes, an ear, and bearing scars on her face, not to mention loose skin and sagging breasts. However, none of these physical traits are important because she possesses a truly loving spirit that brings joy to everyone she encounters,” Kasey shares. “Being different or unconventional is perfectly fine, as it is these unique qualities that make us truly beautiful!”
With Kasey’s care, Maggie has truly thrived and blossomed.
“As many of you are aware, Maggie’s heart knows no bounds when it comes to love! Her infectious spirit and larger-than-life personality only add to her charm,” Kasey expresses on Instagram. “There is an aura of tranquility that surrounds Maggie, capturing the hearts of many and serving as a reminder of our own inner strength.”
Right after Kasey laid eyes on Maggie, she had a hunch that Maggie had all the qualities needed to excel as a therapy dog. Determined to make it happen, Kasey embarked on training Maggie. Not surprisingly, Maggie aced the training!
Kasey plans to engage with schools and personally interact with children to share their experiences, stating that while Maggie’s ordeal was terrible, they hope that her story can serve as a source of education and motivation for others to make positive changes and contribute in making the world a better place. Additionally, Maggie finds great pleasure in taking extended walks every day.
Maggie has an immense affection for her close companion Mishka, whom she fondly refers to as her “sister.” Their shared bonding moments often involve snuggling together, fueling their mutual affection.
On occasion, the ghosts of her past resurface, but she finds solace in the company of Mishka. Unfortunately, due to the previous t.r.a.u.m.a she endured, Maggie’s ear did not fully recover. The damage caused her ear canal to narrow, resembling the condition known as cauliflower ear often seen in rugby players.
As a result, I have to remain exceptionally vigilant regarding her ear health. Thankfully, Maggie appears to be handling it well, although I decided to give her a day off to unwind and rest. Mishka, on the other hand, instinctively sensed something was amiss and attempted to comfort her by gently licking her sore ear.
I consider myself incredibly fortunate to witness the remarkable bond these two share. Their love for one another is truly undeniable.
Maggie’s incredible journey began when she was discovered, sadly bound to a container. Nevertheless, with the unwavering commitment of compassionate rescuers and the power of social media, she has now transformed her life into one of absolute joy and contentment.
