Sapphyre is a three-year-old girl from Tennessee who had her feet amputated when she was only 3 years old due to a genetic defect. Now, in a wonderful twist of fate, she has found a friend with whom she shares a very special bond, the dog Lieutenant Dan, named after the character of Forest Gump, just nine weeks old and also with one less paw.
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves him
Sapphyre is a three-year-old girl from Tennessee who they've been to feet amputated when he was only 3 years old due to a genetic defect. Now, by a wonderful twist of fate, she has found a friend with whom she shares a very special bond, the dog Lieutenant Dan, named after the character of Forest Gump, just nine weeks old and also with one less paw.
Karen Riddle, the owner of the puppy born with this malformation, he knew when he was born that he was destined for something special. While many had invited him to think about euthanasia, he never considered this possibility. Indeed, he contacted the local hospital to see if they needed a pet for the pet theraphy and was thus addressed to Sapphyre and his family.
“The first time I showed a picture of the dog he looked at it for a moment and said, 'this is my puppy. It's just like me, ”says the specialist who follows the child, Elaine Hardin, al Greenville Online..
Sapphyre and Lt. Dan have been inseparable ever since they met. Both of these little ones now have a best friend who helps them overcome challenges and is ready to share special moments. So different, so alike.
Roberta Ragni
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