When Mika was first found on December 10, 2023, her broken jaw and trembling body were heartbreaking to witness. But despite the physical and emotional pain she was enduring, there was something in her eyes—an innate trust in humans—that gave us hope.

Immediately, we knew we had to act fast. Mika was rushed to a larger veterinary clinic, where, despite the initial challenges, the staff recognized the urgency of her situation and treated her with the care and respect she deserved. Her pain was managed through surgery, and after the operation, we kept her in a special enclosure to monitor her recovery closely.

In those early hours post-surgery, Mika’s progress was slow but steady. She was frightened, her body still shivering from the trauma, but her resilience shone through as she wagged her tail, a sign that despite her pain, she still trusted us. By the next day, her spirits began to lift, and when she managed to eat, we knew she was on the road to recovery.

Over the following weeks, Mika’s transformation was miraculous. As her jaw healed, she regained her strength and confidence. Her playful demeanor returned, and she began to explore her new world with curiosity and joy. Slowly but surely, the sad, injured stray became a vibrant, healthy pup with a joyful personality and an insatiable love for life.

Mika’s journey is not just about physical healing, though that was an incredible part of it. It’s also about the emotional growth she experienced. From a frightened, broken dog who feared abandonment, she grew into a loving, confident dog who trusted again, not only in humans but in herself.

Her recovery was made possible by the kindness of those around her—people who recognized her suffering and took action, not out of obligation, but out of deep compassion. And, of course, Mika’s own will to survive played a key role in her transformation.

Today, Mika is no longer the fragile, injured pup we found on the street. She’s a symbol of resilience, love, and the power of second chances. Her story fills our hearts with gratitude, and every time she runs around, her tail wagging with joy, we are reminded of the profound impact that care, kindness, and a little bit of faith can have on a life. Mika is living proof that no matter how broken we may seem, we can always heal and find happiness again.