A miraculous rescue and surgery of Washington

I will forever have scars on my hand to remind me of this very special boy. In true poodle nature, he was a fighter. He was badly injured and didn’t trust anyone. Eldad warned me not to grab him, but we had so many things going against us on this rescue that if we lost him in that desert area full of coyotes, he wouldn’t have made it another night. His injury also needed immediate care or he would have gotten sepsis. We were running out of time, so I did what I felt in my heart that I needed to do. 

This was my first serious bite; he wouldn’t let go of my hand (and I didn't let go either). The pain was excruciating! It felt like my nails were ripped out, but a few moments later, Washington realized that we were there to help, and he wagged his tail!!! 

Of course, we took him to the hospital first, and then it was my turn to be rescued (Urgent Care 🤦). 

Washington had surgery and healed perfectly without having to lose his badly injured paw. He is such a happy boy now!!! All is forgiven and as I always say, it was worth it and I’d do it all over again even if they bite me. Trust me, the bites didn’t end there, but this rescue taught me that I don’t let go even if I am in pain, and that gave me a huge confidence boost for many rescues to come. I still don’t let go. 😂