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Dobby

He didn’t start life as a dog. He’s just now learning how to become one.

Dobby was dumped on the side of the road after spending his life confined to a crate that was too small for him.

When he came in, his body told the story:

  • Contorted from lack of movement

  • Underweight and physically underdeveloped

  • Wounds from neglect

  • Severe tartar on every tooth—even the front ones (something you don’t normally see in a one-year-old dog)

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He didn’t grow properly—because he wasn’t given the chance to.

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πŸ’› Where He Is Now

And somehow… he’s still here.

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Dobby has already:

  • Nearly doubled his weight

  • Started straightening out physically

  • Begun building muscle

  • Shown that he wants to live, learn, and connect

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He is no longer that broken, shut-down dog.

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But he’s also not “fixed.” Not even close.​

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⚠️ Important Notes

  • Still physically developing

  • Still learning boundaries and behavior

  • Will require time, training, and structure

  • Not a “ready-made” companion

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πŸ‘‰ He has a long road ahead—and he needs someone willing to walk it with him.​​

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β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹β€‹πŸ‘ Ideal Home

Dobby needs someone who:

  • Understands rehabilitation, not just ownership

  • Can see progress in small wins

  • Has patience for setbacks

  • Wants to shape a life, not just adopt a dog​​​​​​​​​​

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