When it comes to welcoming a new dog into your home, you’ve probably heard the advice: adopt, don’t shop.
While there are reputable breeders out there that can be found with a little bit of research, the purebred puppy business is plagued by neglectful owners and puppy mills. Puppy mills are created with one goal in mind: having as many puppies as possible to make money. This can lead to overcrowding, overbreeding, medical issues, and much, much more. It’s a terrible situation for moms and pups alike.
One little dog started her life off in a puppy mill, but the life she’s found outside of it is totally delightful.
Roo is a Yorkie Poo, or a mix between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Poodle. She was found in a puppy mill in Hong Kong, where she was expected to birth litters of puppies.
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Fortunately she was saved before things got that far. Her rescuers welcomed her into the home, but things didn’t start out easy.
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Her left ear was infected, which was probably the result of a tag being attached to it. Ultimately, the vet had to cut off her ear.
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She’s also missing some teeth, but that just contributes to a look that’s all her own.
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Roo loves to travel with her new dad to all kinds of locations, and she loves adventure.
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You can always catch the extremely photogenic Roo on Instagram to keep up with her busy life.
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It’s crazy to think that things could have been so different for this pooch. Thankfully, she’s having the time of her life with a loving family that even includes a canine BFF.
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Live your best life, Roo!
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