The rescue dog named Bubbles has only one eye and a twisted smile. So much has transpired in her brief life that one would expect her to have given up! But Bubbles overcame each obstacle that life threw at her and continues to look on the bright side.
Ava, a terrier mix, was one of the lucky canines to survive the 2017 hurricane Harvey. As if a hurricane were insufficient, Ava had to suffer yet another challenge. Ava’s right eye was shot by unidentified men one week after the storm. As soon as they realized Ava was still alive, they began to beat her with a hammer.
During this time, Ava had no help and was forced to endure the pain and anguish on her own. She was thankfully surrendered to Houston BARC, a local animal shelter. At this time, however, rescue canines received little attention because the city was preoccupied with dealing with the consequences of the hurricane.
Ava was rescued from the animal shelter by Houston Pets Alive, an organization whose mission is to prevent animal death. Upon examining Ava’s condition, they decided that she required several procedures amounting to $6,000. Fortunately, HPA was able to raise the funding necessary for Ava’s procedures.
Ava then met Kilyn and Francisco, a couple who decided to foster her. They saw Ava as a kind and loving young dog and determined that the name “Bubbles” was more appropriate for her. From that day forward, Ava was known as Bubbles.
The couple decided to adopt Bubbles immediately following her surgery.
Bubbles went home with her new parents and met her wonderful family, which included one human brother and five canine siblings. However, shortly after introducing her to her new home, they discovered that her teeth were creating holes in her mouth. Her right eye also required surgery.
Despite these setbacks, Bubbles’ family provided her with all the support she had to persevere through this difficult time.
Currently, Bubbles has a crooked mouth and is missing an eye. However, Bubble’s spirit was never broken. She emerged from each adversity more courageous than before.
Bubbles understood what it was like to be a rescue dog, so she spends the majority of her time advocating for Houston shelter animals. Her perseverance and tenacity are an example to all, including animals and people. Bubbles is a true champion in every way!
Source: I Am Bubbles
