[Video] Breeder Was Going To Throw Out “Defective” Mastiff Puppy Until This Happens

by pawbuzz on in Dogs 202

Willow was born with a congenital condition called Swimmer's Syndrome. The condition means Willow was unable to stand or walk at the normal three weeks of age. Instead, her chest was flat and her legs were splayed out like a turtle “swimming.”

For Willow's breeder, she was considered a defect and was about to throw her out like trash but by chance he first posted a message on social media. Somehow, this message was repeatedly shared until it reached Jennifer Williams, President at 2nd Chances Rescue in Norco, California.

Jenn got in the car and drove to this breeder’s home where she saw 5 healthy Neapolitan Mastiff’s running and playing – and then saw Willow who was floundering on the ground unable to keep up. These “defective” dogs are often euthanized or abandoned.

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Willow was in such a severe state that she could not eat or drink. Jenn immediately took Willow to Animal Acuscope Therapist, Gina Gould. Within two days, Willow took her first steps. Within months, she was running.

Using a combination of binding her chest, tying her legs in the correct position, acuscope therapy and swimming, Willow has made a complete recovery. Today, eight months later, Willow is 80 lbs., rambunctious, happy and healthy.

Note: A Neapolitan Mastiff puppy sells for $1,000 on the low end. From a reputable breeder, Mastiff puppies can sell as high as $3,000.

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Watch the video below as Willow, the purebred 4 week old Neapolitan Mastiff puppy who was about to be thrown out like trash because she was deemed “defective”, was saved by 2nd Chances Rescue.



202 thoughts on “[Video] Breeder Was Going To Throw Out “Defective” Mastiff Puppy Until This Happens”

  29. Ann Ross Smith

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    At least he/she posted on social media so the puppy had a chance, let’s give a thanks for that. the breeder could have just ‘got rid’ of the puppy! I hope more breeders do the same when they don’t want a ‘defective’ puppy so someone else can give help.

  36. Thomas Mann

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    The real troubling part of this story is the fact that the breeder not only couldn’t recognize the pups problem but didn’t have any knowledge that it could be corrected! It’s funny how these breeders shoot for “Esteem and Recognition” and literally have no idea of what they are doing… SMDH…

  44. Claudia Rittberger

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    Thank you for saving this precious baby. Another reason breeders should be put out of business. They breed to make money, spend some it on your special needs babies that your breeding caused!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  47. Dianne D'Amaral

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    I am a breeder. And we were told by the vet to cull one of the puppies out of the litter because his legs were flipped up. I was devastated with this news and refused to do this. Couldn’t see putting down a puppy without giving it a chance. Needless to say. He has a wonderful home. And is happy and healthy and has both legs that work great. ❤️

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