The Billesbergers drove the injured Bruno to the nearest veterinary hospital in Estevan and prayed that he could hold on just a little bit longer. When they arrived, even the veterinary technicians were stunned.
The workers rushed Bruno into the ER, hooked him up to IV fluids, and began treating his injuries. They struggled to come up with a treatment plan knowing that the dog’s chances of survival were very slim. Would he even make it?
Bruno was diagnosed as dehydrated, malnourished, and anemic, and that was only the tip of the iceberg. The team at the veterinary clinic knew that he would require round-the-clock care if there was to be any hope for his survival.
The workers noted that, in some ways, Bruno was lucky to have fallen in a well, especially since it had snowed; the little water he had there helped him hang on until he could be rescued. It was a strange but critical silver lining.
Bruno spent weeks recovering. Thankfully, he slowly started getting back to his old self again. Before too long, he was able to recognize the Billesbergers—and as soon as he did, his tail started wagging!
