Stevie's Second Chance
- HATS Staff
- Jan 3, 2022
- 2 min read
Stevie is an incredibly sweet (completely blind) senior Hound that arrived as a stray. Like many of the animals we receive, Stevie needed a long list of medical care. But we would never give up on a curious, happy boy like Stevie who deserves to live his golden years in a loving home.
After visiting the veterinarian, we learned that Stevie had glaucoma which was causing a lot of painful pressure in his eyes. He had already lost his sight, so the best option was removal of both eyes to alleviate the pain. Next step: find a very special person that will open their home to a blind, senior dog.
In comes Heather, a wonderful human who has provided Stevie with the perfect place to call home.
"Stevie works really well with a routine. Even though he cannot see, his "internal" clock lets him know what time he eats, when he gets a treat and even when he goes for his walk. If you are late or busy, he certainly lets you know. He knows how to get around the house very well. He has all of the routes mapped out in his mind.
Since adopting Stevie, everyone that has met him has a completely different outlook on a blind dog now. Stevie's other senses, such as his hearing and sense of smell are off the charts. He can be clear out in the corner of the back yard and I can open up the treat container in the kitchen and he can hear it and he comes rushing back in the house.
Stevie's favorite activity is going for walks. Stevie has a stuffed animal dog toy that his brother likes too. Stevie's "brother" Oscar will bring the toy into the living room and as soon as Oscar puts it down, Stevie picks it up and takes it into the bedroom and sets it in his dog bed. He doesn't play with it, he just wants it in his dog bed.
Whenever I leave I need to put on the TV and shut my bathroom door for Stevie, that way he still thinks I am home, I'm just in the bathroom...lol. If I don't do that he will howl for me the entire time I am gone. The house is much more brighter with Stevie around. My favorite part about having Stevie in my home and life, is that I could not imagine it without him." - Heather
What a touching story about Stevie! It's incredible to read how well he's adapted to his new life with Heather, and her dedication is truly inspiring. Stevie's ability to navigate his world and his human-like routine just goes to show how resilient and intelligent animals are. It's especially heartwarming to hear about his bond with Oscar and his clever trick with the TV. Stories like these remind us of the profound impact a loving home can have on a senior dog. If you're ever looking for creative inspiration, I recently found Image to Prompt to be really interesting for converting visual ideas into AI prompts.
What a heartwarming story about Stevie and Heather! It's truly inspiring to read about the incredible bond they share and how Stevie has not only adapted but thrived in his new home. Heather's dedication and understanding of Stevie's needs, from his internal clock to his unique preferences, are truly remarkable. It just goes to show how much love and routine can transform an animal's life, especially one with special needs. This article really brightened my day! If you ever need to combine images to share more heartwarming stories like this, you might find Merge JPG useful. They offer a free online tool to merge JPGs easily.
This is such a heartwarming story! Stevie sounds like an absolute treasure, and Heather is truly an angel for providing him with such a loving and understanding home. It's incredible how adaptable and resilient animals can be, and Stevie's routine and "internal" clock just highlight their amazing senses. The detail about him hearing the treat container from across the yard, and his special bond with Oscar and the toy, really paints a vivid picture of his personality. It just goes to show how much joy a pet, regardless of their challenges, can bring into your life. It's inspiring to read about the profound impact Stevie has had on everyone who meets him, changing perceptions about blind dogs. Stories like this…
This is such a heartwarming story about Stevie and Heather! It truly highlights the incredible resilience of animals and the profound impact a loving home can have. Stevie's ability to navigate his world with such confidence, and even his adorable "internal clock," is truly inspiring. It's a beautiful reminder that perceived limitations are often just opportunities for unique bonds to form. Seeing how Heather has adapted her life to ensure Stevie's happiness, even down to strategic TV watching, shows immense compassion. For anyone looking for a reliable online tool, I recently used Converter PNG to SVG and found it incredibly helpful for creating crisp, editable logos.
This story about Stevie brought tears to my eyes – what a truly resilient and loving dog, and what an amazing person Heather is to provide him with such a wonderful, understanding home. It’s stories like these that remind us of the incredible capacity animals have to adapt and find joy, and how much richness they bring to our lives. Stevie's "internal clock" and the way he maps out his environment are just phenomenal. His sensory adaptations are truly inspiring. Anyone looking to make a great impression, perhaps on a pet adoption application, might want to check out Attractiveness Test to ensure their profile photos convey their best self.