Kathryn, a veterinary technician, encountered baby Sally for the first time when the puppy was in dire condition. A breeder who could no longer care for her brought Sally in. The puppy was suffering from pneumonia and struggled to breathe, leading the technician to describe her as “blue.”
Fortunately, Kathryn had prepared an oxygen chamber, or “bubble,” where Sally could receive the oxygen she required. As soon as she placed the puppy inside, Kathryn realized that Sally was dependent on oxygen and would need to stay in the chamber for an extended period. Unfortunately, the little dog suffered from respiratory issues and needed assistance to strengthen her lungs.
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For several days to weeks, Kathryn provided care for Sally both inside and outside of her oxygen chamber. Sadly, the ailing dog found it difficult to leave her bubble, gasping for air after only a few moments.
Despite her limitations, Sally longed to experience life as a typical dog. She frequently communicated with her caregivers by kissing the walls of her chamber and gazing longingly outside. Sally wanted to play and enjoy life, but her body simply wouldn’t cooperate.
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Kathryn persevered with the unruly puppy.
They typically carried Sally and her bubble with them during the puppy’s healing and strengthening phase, allowing her to experience more than just the confines of her oxygen chamber. This routine continued until the puppy began to paw at the bubble, clearly attempting to escape.
Beyond her bubble, she had only about 15 seconds left to live.
Sally’s respiratory issues didn’t hinder her desire to break free from her cocoon and discover the world beyond. To support her, Kathryn established a routine for short outdoor outings, ensuring the energetic pup could stretch her legs while giving her lungs a chance to exercise. In the days that followed, they took Sally on a series of brief excursions outside her bubble.
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For weeks, Kathryn gradually increased the intervals between Sally’s oxygen assistance, extending the time without oxygen from 15 seconds to 3 minutes.
Their consistent exercise led to significant improvements, particularly in Sally’s breathing. Kathryn developed an effective technique that allowed Sally’s bubble to expand considerably, giving her the freedom to move around instead of just lying down as she grew.
One day, they decided to take Sally outside. For the first time, she felt the warmth of the sun and played on the grass. However, her lungs weren’t strong enough to stay out for long, so they eventually returned her to her bubble. Thanks to her remarkable progress since being confined to her small space from the very beginning, Sally was now able to come and go from her bubble as she pleased.
Another day arrived, and Sally came to the realization that she no longer wanted to remain in her bubble.
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Sally was doing fine, but Kathryn decided to place her back inside the protective bubble for her safety. However, Sally managed to escape just before Kathryn could close the oxygen chamber’s door, making it clear that she didn’t want to stay any longer.
Once the puppy received the all-clear, Kathryn’s colleague Bonnie stepped in to adopt her. Bonnie was also there to support Sally during her recovery. Before long, Sally was embraced by her new family and her canine siblings.
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Sally recently experienced her first walk in the park, visited the pool, and chose her very first toy, among other adventures. She’s come a long way from being that sick little dog; now she’s thriving and embracing life in the outside world.
Check out the video below to learn more about her incredible journey.
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