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's been a year since Gus came home from the hospital after being attacked by a 75 - 80 lbs German Shepherd. For those who do not know, on the 27th of last year I came very close to losing my baby. Due to the fast reaction of my husband getting him to the emergance vet and of course much prayer by family and friends, he pulled off a miracle where even the vets said that it was not likely he would survive the night.

Here he is a year later. His hair almost all grown to where it was before the accident. He has no complications what so ever (besides a few scars that you can't even see)

He was only 2.9lbs at the time! And now at 3.1lbs, he is healthy and strong. I thank my lucky stars he proved everyone wrong! Even me myself did not think he was gonig to pull through but was not going to give up. It took him a total of 4 days to come home and about a month to heal. And heal he did!

1, This is the 2nd day in the hospital, still not able to stand on his own, But his lungs were working on their own but still had quite a bit of fluid in his chest.

2, This is him home and after taking off his bandage off. He had 7 puncture wounds which only 3 needed stitching. The damaged that was done was due to being crushed not enough to break any bones thank God!

3 & 4, This is him today,,,, 3.1lbs and a healthy and happy little boy! (and very spoiled I might add)

I am very glad that Gus is doing well . He is beautiful . Thank you for sharing the pictures .

Oh I'm sorry that happened to Gus but he looks stronger than ever :D What an adorable little boy, ahem I mean Man dog :p

I am so sorry that you, your family and Gus had to go through that. However, I am so happy that he pulled through and is doing great:thumbup: He is a very handsome little Yorkie Boy!

So glad you had a positive outcome. Thanks for sharing the story and the pics.

Wow - that is so scary! I am sooo glad to see Gus healthy and happy.

Out of the blue a few weeks ago my vet said - no matter how friendly a large dog seems do not let her down with them.. She said it only takes an instant and they can grab the little dogs and shake them. She even said it can be a friendly dog that does it in friendly way - that they just want to play.

That being said I believe I have insulted some people at the park when I have picked up Punkin when their big dogs come charging over. They holler over don't worry he/she is very friendly/gentle and when I don't put her down they look at me like they are insulted.

This is a good reminder that no matter how insulted they may be -I really need to protect my furbaby.

Punkin sends some kisses to gus :kiss2: :kiss2: :kiss2:

Yes I do realize not all big dog will do this, but I don't trust any big dog near my Gus with good reason! They can be the most sweetest dog in the world but I am not willing on taking a chance. This German Shepherd seen Gus from across the street and ran and scooped him up before anyone could do anything. I take Gus everywhere with me but he is never put on the ground. He is either in his bag or in my arms. and when he does get down to go potty in public, I have his leach on and I'm on the look out at all times!

AWW Gus is proof that these yorkies got the heart of a lion ..Such a fighter ..and Gus looks so happy .

Oh poor baby
 

I am so glad that he is much better. Poor little thing...He is such a cutie. God Bless him....LOL

Wow Monica! I did not know that about Gus! Glad to hear he is doing so well now!

He looks beautiful! Darn bad dog! :thumbdown

And a fighter he is! I'm so glad he's doing so well, thanks for sharing your story and pics :) :thumbup: :aimeeyork He is adorable :)

he is precious, I feel terrible for you to go thru that. People think I am crazy when I pick up Harley when I see a big dog coming. I said one bite it is all over with, my goodness I would freak out.

I am sorry you had to go threw this. I am so glad he made it and is doing well. Thankyou for sharing your story.

Gus is a cutie, glad to see he is well and enjoying being spoiled by his family.

OMG! I love stories with such good outcomes.. Thank goodness for the advanced vet meds of today and thank God that He hears our prayers.
Give him smoochies from Rini's bunch..

My Gosh! Poor little sweetie...I'm so thankful there's a happy ending to what could have been a tragedy! Way to go, Gus...I'm so glad you're still with us!!!

Bless his little heart, he is adorable, sounds like he deserves all the spoiling he can get, awsome that Gus recovered so well !

I am so sorry that you had to do this. Lola wanted me to tell Gus that she thinks that he is hot, but I told her that he is a little too old for her, but she said we didn't have to count the age in god years;) . It looks like he is doing great, I am so happy for you!

He's so beautiful, and has healed so well! Such a wonderful uplifting story. Good to see him so healthy and happy!

Glad to see Gus is doing well.
 

I'm sorry that you had to go through such a horrific experience. I recently loss my baby Bentley due to pulmonary adema. So, I know how heartwrenching it is to have your furbaby fighting for their life. I am happy to see that your baby is doing well. He's absolutely beautiful.
Hugs,
Jill

What a survivor! So glad that little cutie is doing so well.

YAYYYYYY!!!!!! I love happy endings :)

Aw, glad he's doing good!

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awe thanks all. Yes it turned out very well. I still get emotional thinking about it. I truly believe in the power of prayer. That,,, and my little guy is a fighter!

Hugs to Gus..Gus...
 

I just love Gus-Gus....:)
Thanks for sharing this again..A true miracle he is...;)
Gus...your a very special Yorkie....hugs*:love: :hug:

I am so glad to hear a happy ending for a change!! He is a trooper! Thanks for sharing your story.

Monica, what a fighter little Gus Gus is!! And what a great story, one that has such a happy ending. He doesn't seem any the worse for wear in those last pics!! LOL

yes I am so thankful everyday. The image is still very fresh in my head. and I don't think I will ever forget. And yes we are one of the lucky ones!