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The Shelter Dog That Beat The Odds

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Dianne DaLee, president of Boxer Rescue, lost her beloved dog Simba in 2013. Without Simba, there was a noticeable absence in her house even though she was already caring for a four-year-old pup named Pixie. A month after Simba’s death he met a severely injured pup who was looking for a foster home. It felt too soon to take in another dog, but Kayla was special.

DaLee temporarily took in Kayla, whose injury was so severe that her leg had to be amputated. Despite this unfortunate reality, Kayla posessed an unyielding patience. She stood quietly next to children and saved running around and getting rowdy for the dog park. She was a certified Good Girl.