Stevie, an adorable dog, was found chained in a South Carolina backyard with his furry companion, Wonder. After eight long years of being confined to this space, they were rescued by the Lancaster County SPCA. This organization worked together with various rescue groups such as Diamonds in the Ruff from New York. When Diamonds in the Ruff heard about Stevie’s story, they immediately decided to add him to their rescue family.
Upon arriving at Diamonds in the Rough, Stevie had a lot on his plate. Not only was he blind, but he also had fleas, worms, and fur loss. Further investigation revealed that an old corn cob was obstructing his intestines, necessitating surgery. In addition to his medical issues, Stevie’s foster family needed to be patient as he adapted to life with a caring family. Stevie’s foster mother, Erin Boyd, shared that during the journey home, he slept mostly but growled and barked occasionally while in his crate due to his defensiveness. Upon reaching their home, they were cautious about Stevie’s behavior, given his blindness and unfamiliarity with them.
After going through a period of physical and mental healing, Stevie gradually came out of his shell and transformed into a loving and affectionate dog. His foster family was thrilled to witness him experiencing things for the first time, such as sleeping on his own bed. To ensure Stevie’s comfort, they provided him with a cozy and comfortable bed, knowing that it was possibly the first one he had ever slept on. The moment Stevie felt the softness of the bed under his paws, he couldn’t contain his excitement and started jumping up and down with joy.
Whenever Stevie comes across a dog bed, he puts on a little leaping show. It’s evident that he’s thrilled to have something that brings him comfort and happiness, and he never misses an opportunity to display it to everyone around him. Boyd shared that Stevie would jump around, play with a toy for a bit, and eventually tire himself out and take a nap.
Stevie, who is blind, has adapted splendidly to his new foster home and his progress has left everyone impressed. Boyd was amazed by his intelligence and how quickly he learned to navigate around the house. From the backyard to the garage and even up the three stairs leading to the house, Stevie can access all areas. As soon as he enters the home, he knows to wait in the kitchen for a treat and then jumps on the bed using the small circular ottoman. He loves to cuddle, go for walks, chew on squeaky toys, and give kisses.
Stevie is presently up for adoption and hopes to find a loving family who appreciates his individuality. He needs a home without other pets and would benefit most from someone who can be around frequently and give him the attention he missed out on during his first eight years. According to Boyd, Stevie simply needs someone who will spend time with him on the couch, take him on walks, let him bask in the sun, and give him plenty of affection. Despite the challenges he has faced, Stevie now has a comfortable place to rest and a lot of people who care about him, so he remains optimistic about the future.
