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Buffalo firefighter adopts 3-legged pit bull mix he helped save

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A Buffalo firefighter named Anthony Pulvino shared how he ended up adopting his rescue dog, after she was brought to the fire station by two teenagers who saw her get hit by a car.

The Pit Bull mix had a badly injured leg and needed medical assistance.

Fox News reports: “Firefighters put a pillow in a box, tucked the puppy in and eventually decided to take him to the emergency vet.

Pulvino, who has been a firefighter for two and a half years, said he was considering getting a puppy — so he felt an immediate connection with the little one.

“I left my phone number and said if no one claimed her, I would love to take her,” Pulvino said.

“I told the guys, ‘I really want a puppy.’ And they said, “Yeah, you can bring it home anytime.”

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What a sweet story! Everything from those two wonderful teenagers who brought her to Auburn, to finding her forever with someone who will give her all the love and care she deserves.

What to Consider Before Adopting a Special Needs Puppy

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Anytime you adopt a dog from a shelter, it’s a very noble thing to do, but adopting a dog with special needs is a very noble act of compassion, and it will reward you in ways you wouldn’t have never thought possible.

Disability in special needs animals ranges from physical, such as a three-legged dog, to behavioral.

These may include physical disabilities, chronic health conditions, behavioral problems, or emotional trauma. You need to ask yourself if you have the time, resources and willingness to give these special dogs all the care and affection they deserve.

You need to consider your finances and have access to a veterinarian with experience and expertise in treating dogs with special needs. And we all know those vet visits can be expensive, not to mention making special adjustments to your home for a dog with limited mobility, or a special diet he might need.

You need to consider your emotional health. Losing a pet is always heartbreaking, but when caring for an animal with special needs, you should keep in mind that their time with you may be shorter than you would like.

It’s a wonderful thing to adopt a dog with health issues, but you have to be prepared emotionally, financially and mentally. These dogs deserve all the love and care in the world.

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