On a quiet afternoon in March 2023 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, a Golden Retriever named Luck was enjoying his usual walk when, suddenly, his world changed. A shot, as a result of a robbery that occurred nearby, seriously injured him. This unfortunate situation marked the beginning of an incredible story of struggle and solidarity.
The bullet had passed through the thigh and exited through the groin. It looked like it was a clean wound, with an entrance and an exit, but that wasn’t all. Veterinarians at Dr. Stutz Veterinary Clinic discovered something more troubling: the gunpowder had burned Luck’s urethral canal, leaving the tissue damaged and necrotic. He then began a race against time to save Luck.
In the following 30 days, the Golden Retriever became a regular patient at the clinic and underwent three difficult surgeries, with the financial burden that this placed on his family. Luck’s owners, facing a mountain of medical bills, decided to ask for help.
In this way, they told the story of their dog on social networks. The response from users was something to be proud of. People from all over showed their support, donating what they could to help Luck.
After all these efforts, the moment that people were waiting for finally arrived. Luck was ready to go home. The Veterinary Clinic shared an emotional video of his farewell: Luck bravely walking down the hallway, receiving applause and affection from the staff, with his owners beaming with happiness and gratitude. “A more than moving moment,” as the clinic described it.
Luck is not just a dog. He has become a symbol of strength and proof of what can be achieved when people come together for a good cause. Thanks to everyone who helped, Luck can enjoy many more rides.
