Every dog placed on a shelter’s euthanasia list needs a miracle, though only a few ever receive one. Sadly, most lose their chance far too soon.

What makes it even more devastating is that many of these dogs aren’t ill or dangerous. They’re often added to the list simply because shelters are overcrowded. If no one steps in, there’s nothing else that can be done.

Bruce, a sweet and gentle dog surrendered to a shelter in Georgia, faced this reality. He was seconds away from being put down, not ready to leave the world, when someone finally arrived.

Saved In The Final Moments

Bruce’s journey had been filled with hardship. After being found as a stray and taken in by a family, he eventually ended up back in the shelter.

At DeKalb County Animal Services , Bruce began to shut down while w

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