After battling with depression and paralysis, Archie now runs free at VOSD

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A tiny puppy was found in RR Nagar, Bengaluru, with open wounds – the causes of which are unknown. After he was treated, he was being fostered by a dog lover in the locality. Unfortunately, he got attacked by a pet dog that has a history of attacking, but whose owners were callous and left their gate open. Post attack, one of his legs was paralysed.

‘Archie’ was first treated for a week at the foster care subsequently admitted to a clinic where he underwent oil massage and laser therapy. Unfortunately, his health began deteriorating causing paralysis in both hind legs. His attitude also had a marked difference – he was inactive and depressed due to his condition and the lack of a loving home. Fearing for the puppy’s life, he was surrendered to VOSD for lifelong care.

Archie was started on joint and nerve supplements, along with daily exercises and various forms of therapy for his hind legs. Within a short span of two weeks he has not only began walking but running too… especially behind the human who has the maximum treats to offer! While there is a long way to go for him to heal completely, we’re optimistic, as is he, that he will grow into a healthy and handsome dog soon!

The VOSD Sanctuary & Hospital is well-equipped to care for special needs dogs. Customised kennels and bedding, hydrotherapy, laser & infrared therapy, an in-house hospital, and medical staff has helped hundreds of such dogs lead excellent and quality lives under our care. Help us provide a safe and permanent home for more such dogs without hope of survival by donating INR 5,000 (~$65) one-time or monthly: https://vosd.in/active-campaigns/monthly-expenses/

If you have any special needs dogs who cannot survive on the road any more, you can surrender them to VOSD Sanctuary & Hospital. For more information you can write to us at info@vosd.in

If you seek a second opinion or lack the primary diagnosis facilities at your location, you can connect with your vet or consult a VOSD specialist at the nearest location or with VOSD CouldVet™ online.

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Please be aware that the average cost of a dog’s upkeep is over ₹5,000/ US$ 40/ per month – which is even at the scale at which VOSD operates (1800+ dogs in a 7-acre facility as of Jan 2026), the average cost over the lifetime of the dog, including 24×7 availability of over 100 staff, including 20 dedicated caregivers, India’s best medical facility through India’s largest referral hospital for dogs, as well highly nutrinous freshly prepared and served twice a day!

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