The dog meat trade is still going strong in China. Even in provinces that have made it illegal, backyard farmers and butchers still operate. Dogs are kept in deplorable conditions. Thankfully, groups like Slaughterhouse Survivors try their best to rescue as many dogs as possible.
When Pearl was found on a meat truck, she was missing a leg and her skin was covered in mange. The poor little girl needed extensive medical care as well as love. Pearl’s rescuers were unsure if she’d make it but they weren’t giving up on her.
Amazingly, Pearl pulled through. Her courage and tenacity inspired other dogs around her too! Two months after coming off the meat truck, Pearl was ready to fly to America to meet her new foster mom. Road Dogs and Rescue took care of her transport.
Pearl’s foster mom, Leah, was excited to meet her at the airport. Their connection was instant. Pearl was ready to meet her foster siblings next. They accepted her immediately. Dogs just get it! While they got acquainted and Pearl could play a bit, Leah noticed that she did struggle to get around. Her hips weren’t great and having three legs put a strain on them.
The next step was reviewing adoption applications. Ashley’s application stood out. She’s a kind woman and is also a veterinarian. A volunteer stepped up to take Pearl from California back to the east coast. It was bittersweet saying goodbye but Leah knew that Pearl was ready to meet her new forever mom.
Pearl, along with two other dogs, started their road trip with a bang. She’s such a chill, a laidback dog that she accepted the long hours in the car as well as their stops in hotel rooms with her new friends.