Ada’s road to recovery: giving her a second chance to walk

She may never walk properly again.

But if that’s the case, we will know we tried everything possible to help her first.

Only a few seconds of bad luck means Ada faces the harsh possibility of never being able to walk again. More frequently than ever, we help dogs hit by cars. Some sustain only minor injuries, while some will live the rest of their lives disabled.

This is Ada’s story.

Ada was hit at a high speed early in the morning. She crawled to shelter at a nearby petrol station, waiting in immense pain for someone to help her. Inessa, one of our incredibly dedicated volunteers, heard about the injured dog and rushed to assist.

Ada was taken to a specialist veterinary clinic, where a thorough examination revealed heartbreaking news: Ada had multiple dislocations and fractures in both her front and hind legs. Several deep wounds and gashes across her body further intensified her immediate pain. Thinking long-term, we were unsure if she would ever walk again.

Surgical plates for her paws were quickly ordered, and Ada underwent immediate emergency surgery. The surgery went well.

Although she is just beginning her new life, Ada knows from the love and care she now receives from her foster carers and veterinary team that she will be okay. Although she’s still unsure and wobbly on her feet, her joy and excitement about her ability to move around are constant, and her energy and enthusiasm suggest she will keep progressing. She’s clearly in it for the win, which is why ROLDA is so happy to have caring supporters who ensure Ada and dogs like her get the care they need when they need it.

Every day counts for Ada and other injured animals. No animal deserves to be left suffering in pain just because it is not someone’s pet. You only need to meet a wonderful dog like Ada to understand how true and important this philosophy is.