Scarlet was returned to KHS almost a month ago. We are happy to share she is now at 37 lbs.! After being starved to near death and left tied to a tree, her original weight at admission was 28 lbs: approximately half of her targeted body weight.

Our shelter vet is targeting 45 lbs but reports Scarlet is now happily and safely eating as if she were a 70 lb dog. Once at full health, Scarlet will be in need of some dental work for her continued care.

For many of us holidays are a time for celebration, warmth, comfort and time spent with our families, friends and pets.

Over the holidays, Scarlet's recovery has given us something to truly celebrate. While many of us were feasting, Scarlet was doing the same. We are thankful to announce she is currently at her full calorie intake and has gained back 10% of her body weight. Although she has a long road for recovery, she has been active and slowly showing her personality again.

Scarlet is truly man's best friend. Her love of affection and people have only grown stronger. For all that she has gone through, her spirit hasn't been broken.  Despite her condition, she gets up and goes to the front of her kennel anytime someone comes into the recovery area and wags her tail like no other. Scarlet is still too weak to make sounds or bark, but you can tell she wants to say hello. We have limited her visitors so she can concentrate on resting. Her kennel has a cozy dog bed  and is surrendered by toys for comfort.