Sniffles, though, has made significant progress since his initial condition and may soon find a home after visiting the US for treatment and sharing his experience with a Florida-based animal charity.
According to reports, he was attacked by other stray dogs, who left him with numerous injuries and various illnesses, and as a result, he no longer has a nose.
He was eventually adopted out to a family in the US after being found in Puerto Rico by a local animal rescue organisation, where it was thought he could get better medical care.
He eventually found a home with Floridaβs Poodle & Pooch Rescue, a volunteer-run organization that saves 500β600 puppies annually.
On December 19, the rescue took him in, and they immediately began looking for a place for him. He was featured on the Orlando news program WESH on December 24 as a result.
Following then, Snifflesβ fortune altered. At least 100 people have called the shelter to express interest after hearing about his adoption.
He has many parasites, including as whip worms and hook worms, which could be a sign that his living conditions were unhygienic prior to entering our care.
Also, he showed evidence of the tick-borne illness Ehrlichia. He is having treatment, and he should fully recover.
Sniffles is a strong guy who still loves others despite his illnesses and difficulties.
Lynch went on, βYoung Sniffles is a powerful boy. Despite his past, Sniffles has started to come out of his shell after initially exhibiting some reluctance and confusion.
He is a cute and content puppy, so weβre pleased that his story has generated so much interest since broadcasting locally in Central Florida.
βSadly, Snifflesβ narrative is not exceptional, despite the peculiarity of his looks. Every week, Sniffles and other canines with particular requirements are accepted into our rescue.
The organization hopes that anyone who decides not to adopt Sniffles will adopt another special needs cat, give to one, or foster animals in lieu of some of the excellent alternatives they have for him.
As she awoke this morning, she said WESH, he was staring at her from the side of her bed. Suddenly he dashed over, spun her around, and began licking her face.
The people who save animals are also enamored.
Heβs just a good elderly man, I said. He has captivated everyone at the facilityβs hearts, says Michelle Wacker, the clinicβs medical director. He is a trustworthy dog. Simply said, he appears strange.
