In the heart of Karditsa, Greece, a team of dedicated volunteers known as the Diasozo Animal Rescue Team works tirelessly to rescue, care for, and find new homes for abandoned and neglected stray animals.
Despite their relentless efforts to reduce the number of stray dogs in the area, the challenge seems to grow as the stray population continues to rise.
This predicament is particularly difficult when it involves young puppies, sometimes found on their own or with a mother unable to fend for them. Such was the case with a female Greek Kokkoni dog.
This particular dog, affectionately named Souzi, lived in a village where kindhearted locals provided her food and water. Unfortunately, none of them took the step to neuter her, leading to the inevitable outcome of her giving birth.
After delivering her puppies on the hard surface of a concrete yard, a tragic turn of events occurred. Just three days later, Souzi was struck by a car, resulting in severe injuries to her hind leg.
With Souzi needing immediate attention and still nursing her tiny puppies, the Diasozo Animal Rescue Team swiftly intervened. They transported her and her four pups to a local veterinarian, Rania, for treatment.
Although it was a Sunday evening, Rania managed to administer pain relief to soothe Souzi’s immediate discomfort. By the next morning, she conducted a comprehensive examination to assess Souzi’s condition in detail.
Rania discovered that Souzi’s leg was broken in two places, with significant skin damage. To ensure her recovery and safety, Souzi and her puppies stayed at the vet clinic for further care.
Fortunately, Souzi could continue nursing her pups, who, given their young age, stayed close by her side. Under Rania’s care, Souzi now finds herself in a more comfortable environment where she is well-fed, hydrated, and on the path to healing.
This poignant story highlights the challenges and efforts of rescuing strays like Souzi, prompting reflection on the fate of such animals if found in different parts of the world.
Thanks to the compassion of volunteers like those from the Diasozo Animal Rescue Team, Souzi and her pups have a promising future ahead.
