When Violet, a puppy covered in wounds and with strange purple fur, was brought to Vet Ranch, Dr. Carey knew something wasn’t right.
Her owner claimed she had been attacked by a larger dog, but the severity of her injuries told a much more disturbing story.
Many bait dogs, used to train fighting dogs, are marked with purple dye. But Violet’s owner insisted the color came from a wound spray applied after the attack.
Whatever the truth, one thing was clear: she had gone untreated for too long. Her wounds festered for weeks, causing severe infections and bringing her dangerously close to death.
Dr. Carey immediately began an intensive treatment plan, giving her strong painkillers and antibiotics to combat the infections ravaging her tiny body.
It was a fight for survival, and for 12 days, every moment counted. Little by little, the sepsis subsided, and Violet began to show signs of improvement.
Her recovery wasn’t just physical: at first, Violet felt withdrawn, her spirits shattered by the suffering she had endured. But as the days passed, something beautiful happened.
She trusted again. She wagged her tail. And when Dr. Carey hugged her, Violet could barely contain her smile of joy and gratitude.
By the time she was fully recovered, it didn’t take long for him to fall in love with her. Violet was adopted by Kelly, a kind woman who welcomed her into a home filled with warmth, love, and a new best friend: her Jack Russell sister, Peanut.
Violet’s journey from pain to happiness is a testament to the power of second chances. Thanks to a veterinarian’s compassion and determination, she now lives the life every dog deserves. Violet is no longer a victim; she is finally safe, loved, and home.
