Ziba’s story is one of the most haunting yet heartwarming rescue journeys, proving that the power of love can heal wounds that once seemed impossible.
Forgotten Pain in the Great Forest Ziba was found in critical condition in a forest in the North. At that time, her face and neck were terribly swollen and deformed. The heartbreaking cause was that someone had tied steel wire tightly around her muzzle and face for a long period, causing deep tissue damage. The deformity was so severe that many local residents who saw her mistook her for a strange creature and even considered using a gun to “put her out of her misery” out of fear.
The Journey to Reclaim Her Life and Face After being rescued, Ziba underwent complex surgeries to remove the steel wire and treat severe infections. Although her face still bears scars and occasionally suffers from swelling as a permanent side effect, she no longer has to endure agonizing pain every day.
Alongside Ziba are friends who shared similar fates, such as Asal—a dog whose previous vet mistakenly used common metal nails instead of medical implants in her leg—and Colonel, a poor dog who had been shot. Together, they spent years at the rescue center recovering both physically and mentally.
Transformation and Renewed Trust in Humans From a dog tortured into deformity, Ziba has become a gentle and deeply affectionate “lady.” Despite her old age and poor dental health, Ziba is full of life whenever her caregivers call her name. She happily runs around the premises, enjoying moments of being loved and receiving dedicated medical care from passionate volunteers.
A New Chapter Filled with Hope After years of living at the temporary rescue station, Ziba and her friends are preparing to move to a new and better facility. This is a long journey that requires significant support for transportation and medical costs for these senior dogs.
Ziba’s story is not just about saving an animal; it is about restoring dignity and happiness to a soul that was once treated with extreme cruelty. Seeing Ziba’s healed face and her wagging tail today, we understand that love truly can bring about miracles.
Ziba’s journey continues, and she deeply needs the companionship of kind hearts to ensure she has a peaceful old age.