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Police in Florida have shared the heartwarming transformation of a dog previously found by an officer on duty. The dog was described by the Orlando Police Department as being in “bad shape.” Now, locals online are thanking those involved after seeing what he looks like now.
The Orlando Police Department shared photos of the rescued dog, now adorably named Sullivan, to social media after a reunion with the officer that changed his life.
“Lil pup” Sullivan was found by chance
Officer Michele Rohl of Foxtrot Bravo Mids division stumbled upon Sullivan while “on the beat” explained the police department in a Facebook post. The dog was described as being in “really bad shape” and images show exactly that —with matted and dirty fur, completely covering his eyes. It’s unknown exactly what led to Sullivan’s sad state or where he originally came from.
Sullivan was in urgent need of TLC, which the Orange County Animal Services was able to provide, explains Orlando Police. The pup was placed with a foster home and now looks like a healthy, happy version of his previous self. Photos shared online show Sullivan with a fresh fur coat, looking like a completely different dog.
A reunion with the Orlando officer who found Sullivan
Thanks to Officer Rohlf, Sullivan was able to finally receive the love and care he deserves and has likely been longing for. His new foster mom Dannielle took the transformed dog to reunite with Officer Rohif “to thank her for saving him” last week, reported the police department.
“She couldn’t believe how healthy he looked,” reads the post. “Thank you Officer Rohlf for your compassion.”
Sullivan is now in search of his forever home. If the reaction online is anything to go by, it won’t be long before it happens. Those interested in welcoming Sullivan into their home can contact Central Fosters, where he’s currently fostered.
“I would take that pup in a heartbeat,” commented one Facebook user.
“We would love to adopt him into our family,” added another.
Rescued dogs in Florida
Although it’s a sad case, Sullivan’s story is far from a rare one, and many don’t get the happy ending. Shelters across the state have struggled to cope with the amount of animals entering shelters since the Covid-19 pandemic.
A recent study by the University of Florida found that 2021 saw a large increase in shelter admissions. The year saw admissions of cats and dogs surge by 36,000 cases, making it an increase of 11% over the previous year.
An annual study by Best Friends Animal Society found that over 319,000 four-legged pets were admitted to shelters across the state of Florida in 2022. Over were euthanized, making Florida the fourth worst state for unnecessary shelter deaths in the US.
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