Tobbie's Story: A Journey of Healing and Hope

Tobbie, an 11-year-old neutered Yorkshire Terrier/Maltese mix, weighed just 8 pounds when he arrived, carrying a myriad of health issues. The most severe was a Grade 4 dental condition, a clear result of years of untreated pain and neglect. His teeth were in a heartbreaking state, plagued by severe tartar, gum disease, and abscessed roots that caused him immense discomfort. The bacteria from his mouth had likely spread through his bloodstream, putting his overall health at risk and potentially affecting his vital organs.

Tobbie also arrived with matted eyes, which caused discomfort, likely impairing his vision due to the buildup around his eyes, adding to his overall unease.

Despite his condition, Tobbie showed incredible resilience. Though fearful at first, his spirit was undeniable—bright, alert, and responsive. Beyond his dental issues and a heart murmur caused by atrial enlargement, his overall health was manageable. Heartworm tests came back negative, and no parasites were detected.

Tobbie’s journey toward healing began with much-needed vaccines, a nail trim, and thorough examinations. While he was understandably nervous, especially when his face or mouth was touched, his new caregivers were dedicated to providing him the dental care that would offer him relief from years of suffering.

With patience, love, and medication for his heart condition, Tobbie is now on the road to recovery. He is looking for a forever home that can offer him the love and care he has long been deprived of. Though his past was filled with neglect, Tobbie’s future is bright—ready to embrace a new chapter filled with warmth, compassion, and the companionship he truly deserves. To apply go to Tireddogrescue.org.

We at Tired Dog Rescue strive to find homes for dogs in need, build quality relationships with responsible owners, and preserve current dog-family homes by seeking solutions to financial, behavioral, and situational dog problems. We believe the lives of homeless, abandoned and abused dogs are just as precious as dogs that currently have a loving home. We believe that all dogs deserve a loving home despite their age, medical condition and/or disabilities. We provide whatever medical care is needed regardless of cost. All dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm negative and current on vaccinations before being placed.