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“Fenix: A New Beginning”**

November 3, 2024

I first saw him sitting by the roadside in front of a bustling restaurant, a fragile life ignored by so many. There he lay, starving and forgotten, reaching out with his injured paw in silent plea. His tiny body was wrecked, malnourished, sick, and visibly dehydrated. At only two months old, he’d already faced the harshest of realities, a mere puppy forced into a fight for survival. It tore at our souls to see him so broken, his small frame barely holding on. His coat was sparse, dirtied and thin, exposing raw, mange-ridden skin.

We knew he wouldn’t survive another day without help. I gently wrapped him in a towel, and he immediately sank into sleep, finally at ease, if only for a moment. We took him to Servivet Veterinary, where the first priority was nourishment—a special supplement for his weakened body. His name would be Fenix, in hopes he could rise, like the mythical phoenix, from the ashes of his past.

The tests showed a high infection, positive for ehrlichia and anaplasma, and dangerously low hemoglobin levels. Thankfully, his legs weren’t fractured, just badly swollen. The veterinarians began treatment with a combination of antibiotics, fluid therapy, and tender care. All we could do was hope that he’d pull through the night. And miraculously, he did. The following morning, the doctors told us Fenix was responding well. Day by day, he seemed like a new puppy—standing on wobbly legs, eating heartily, and wagging his tiny tail. Fenix was officially out of danger. His skin treatment began, and he continued on antibiotics and deworming. Within two weeks, he had transformed, growing into a healthy, bright-eyed puppy ready for adoption.

Fenix’s story didn’t end there. Marelissa, a TV host, visited the shelter and was captivated by him. She decided to adopt Fenix on the spot, bringing his journey full circle. Today, he’s cherished, happy, and loved, thanks to everyone who supported his recovery. Fenix, may you thrive in this new life, beautiful soul, surrounded by love. Thank you to everyone who helped Fenix find his forever home and a chance at happiness.