For a long time, Polito wandered the streets of San Martín, looking for a place to belong and often facing rejection. As a stray dog with small tumors, people were generally scared of him.
At around two years old, Polito was a bundle of fear and defensiveness, sometimes attempting to bite anyone who came close, assuming they intended to hurt him. Unbeknownst to him, help was finally on the way.
When we first approached Polito, it took hours for him to realize that our intentions were kind. Once he trusted us enough, we hurried him to a veterinary hospital.
Yet, the echoes of his past experiences left him uneasy, making it necessary for the medical staff to handle him with great caution during examinations.
Polito was diagnosed with transmissible venereal tumor (TVT), a condition that needed chemotherapy, a struggle shared by many street animals.
However, his journey to recovery wasn’t just about treating the illness; it was crucial to heal his emotional scars too. His constant defensiveness and deep sorrow revealed his lack of trust and fear of human interaction.
At the Servivet Veterinary Clinic, Polito’s health was poor. He refused to eat initially, which, along with low hemoglobin levels, was a significant concern.
Despite offering various foods, he showed no interest, forcing us to feed him through a syringe with A/D canned food, designed specifically for dogs in his condition.
The beginning of Polito’s recovery was slow, but eventually, he started eating several times a day. His growing appetite brought us immense joy as we observed a transformation in his behavior.
Over time, he began to trust more, relishing in human companionship and showing happiness during visits. Surrounded by love and care, Polito’s outlook on life became more positive.
Polito’s chemotherapy sessions, aimed at removing the tumors causing his discomfort, required at least six treatments for complete remission.
We’ve been receiving numerous inquiries about his state, and we’re thrilled to report that the chemotherapy is effectively working—some tumors have begun to shrink.
Polito, now free of distress, is up and moving, although he is still working on gaining back his weight. We remain dedicated to assisting Polito as he continues on his path to recovery and thriving health.
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