What happened to this defenseless girl is disgusting. It's horrific, it's inhumane, and it is NOT okay. But thanks to some amazing teamwork on behalf of the Good Samaritans who saw the horrific act, Pearl will NEVER see her aggressor again. After realizing what they had just seen, witnesses raced after the driver (her "human"), determined not to let them get away. (Side note, HUGE applause to these Good Samaritans!).
Rescuers were able to get Pearl safely away, and now, her owner's future will involve the police, criminal court, and hopefully a conviction of animal abuse. Authorities have been notified, and are actively investigating this case, and as such, it must be treated in a delicate manner. We do not support or condone any vile, disparaging, libelous, or threatening comments toward anyone. It serves no purpose on this post, except to take away from who TRULY matters – Pearl. We are mad as hell but we must remain focused on her, the one who needs us.
Upon her rescue, Pearl was rushed to receive immediate medical attention. She, understandably, is in a great deal of pain. Her entire body is incredibly inflamed. She's suffering from a collapsed lung and severe road rash, with her poor paws, abdomen, belly, and private parts getting rubbed raw. However—as horrified as we are, we must remember: This incredibly resilient girl's heart is still beating, and she is fighting hard for her second chance. She has been through inconceivable cruelty, but thanks to some AMAZING people, it will never happen again.
Please keep this special girl in your prayers, and if you can, please consider donating to Pearl's ongoing medical care. She needs constant observation and is being treated with heavy antibiotics and pain medications. Rescuers are awaiting tests to find out why she has abdomen pain, and although she doesn't seem to have fractures, x-rays will be done. When she is stronger, she will also need full bloodwork and a comprehensive exam to discover the full extent of her medical needs. We will update everyone as soon as more is known. Thank you so much.
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*TW: Graphic Video & Story*
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This is Pearl, Houston K-911 Rescue's newest little bundle of (VERY deserving) love. This video, these images, and this story will not be easy pills to swallow. Witnesses were left shaking and horrified, but above all, enraged. They had just witnessed this poor girl tethered to a chain, trailing behind a car speeding down the asphalt road. The car was going full-speed – while Pearl's body was pancaked flat on the street, being dragged for who-knows-how-long.
What happened to this defenseless girl is disgusting. It's horrific, it's inhumane, and it is NOT okay. But thanks to some amazing teamwork on behalf of the Good Samaritans who saw the horrific act, Pearl will NEVER see her aggressor again. After realizing what they had just seen, witnesses raced after the driver (her "human"), determined not to let them get away. (Side note, HUGE applause to these Good Samaritans!).
Rescuers were able to get Pearl safely away, and now, her owner's future will involve the police, criminal court, and hopefully a conviction of animal abuse. Authorities have been notified, and are actively investigating this case, and as such, it must be treated in a delicate manner. We do not support or condone any vile, disparaging, libelous, or threatening comments toward anyone. It serves no purpose on this post, except to take away from who TRULY matters – Pearl. We are mad as hell but we must remain focused on her, the one who needs us.
Upon her rescue, Pearl was rushed to receive immediate medical attention. She, understandably, is in a great deal of pain. Her entire body is incredibly inflamed. She's suffering from a collapsed lung and severe road rash, with her poor paws, abdomen, belly, and private parts getting rubbed raw. However—as horrified as we are, we must remember: This incredibly resilient girl's heart is still beating, and she is fighting hard for her second chance. She has been through inconceivable cruelty, but thanks to some AMAZING people, it will never happen again.
Please keep this special girl in your prayers, and if you can, please consider donating to Pearl's ongoing medical care. She needs constant observation and is being treated with heavy antibiotics and pain medications. Rescuers are awaiting tests to find out why she has abdomen pain, and although she doesn't seem to have fractures, x-rays will be done. When she is stronger, she will also need full bloodwork and a comprehensive exam to discover the full extent of her medical needs. We will update everyone as soon as more is known. Thank you so much.