The pet I’ll never forget: Orlando was paralysed and almost died
He had tetanus and I was brokenhearted when it seemed as if he wouldn’t pull through. But he worked hard, made a full recovery and helped to change someone’s life
TL;DR
- Orlando, a guide dog puppy, became critically ill with tetanus.
- He experienced paralysis and required intensive care, with his survival in doubt.
- After recovery, Orlando learned to walk and eat again.
- He was successfully trained as a guide dog and matched with a partially sighted owner.
- Orlando's recovery and new role have significantly impacted his owner's life.
- The experience heightened the puppy raiser's awareness of subtle health signs in dogs.