When Triton arrived at VCA Greater Savannah Animal Hospital with a broken leg, it seemed like he was finally going to get the care he needed. But instead of taking him inside, his owner parked, let Triton out of the car — and drove away without him.
Triton stood in the parking lot, watching the only family he’d known disappear, confused and heartbroken.
Thankfully, staff at the animal hospital spotted the abandoned pup and rushed outside to help. They quickly contacted the Humane Society for Greater Savannah, took X-rays, and set Triton’s leg in a cast — all free of charge. Their only concern was helping a dog who had clearly been through more than enough.
The Humane Society stepped in to take Triton under their wing and immediately began searching for a foster home where he could rest and heal in comfort, far from the stress of a shelter.
“He’s a timid boy who just needs love and opens up when he feels safe,” said Nina Schulze, the organization’s adoptions manager.
It didn’t take long to find a loving foster family for Triton. Surrounded by warmth and patience, he began to recover — not just physically, but emotionally, too.
“He’s doing really well now,” the shelter shared on Facebook. “He’s healing in peace and quiet and with so much love. We’re so proud of how quickly he adapted to his cast and his adorable little hop out the door. This sweet boy deserves ALL the love!”
Though Triton’s story started with heartbreak, he’s now discovering what true care and compassion feel like — and he’s not looking back.
