By daily 
Dixie, a loyal dog who had given her all to her previous owners, was abandoned in a kennel by a busy highway. A cruel sign reading “Free Dog, Free Kennel” marked her sad fate. Thankfully, a passerby noticed Dixie’s situation and shared it online, prompting a swift and compassionate response.
A Swift Rescue
Madison Nygard, a volunteer with Pawfect Match Rescue in North Carolina, quickly saw the post and rushed to help. “I got to Dixie before the post hit the hour mark,” Nygard said. Appalled by the situation, she decided to take Dixie under her care after discussing it with animal control.
A New Beginning
Nygard took Dixie to a vet for a thorough check-up and started her on the path to recovery. In Nygard’s foster home, Dixie began to heal, adjusting to her new environment and showing her gratitude through affectionate behavior.
Finding a Forever Home
As Dixie flourished in her foster care, enjoying the comforts of a loving home, Nygard began the search for a permanent family. Although finding the right home took time, Dixie’s journey from abandonment to warmth and care was well underway.