As a dog, trips outside of the home are usually exciting occasions. It could mean a simple walk, a trip to the vet (yuck!), or even an extra-special trip to the doggie park. For one dog, though, her trip ended up at the local animal shelter where she was abandoned by her owners.

Heartbroken, the poor dog cowered in the corner, refusing to look around. But thanks to a kind rescue worker, she got a lease on a new life, writes ronproject.com

Rescued from the shelter

When Tammy Graves, founder of The Haley Graves Foundation, first saw June Cash, she knew the dog needed help. Just seeing the dog laying there in the corner was too much for Graves and so she made arrangements to place her in a foster home.

After a short wait, it was time for June to leave the shelter and begin her journey towards a new life in a forever home. But first, she had to make a stop at the vet.

“She was scared leaving and is just learning to trust people,” Graves told The Dodo. “Every day she comes a bit further.”

Getting treatment

After being examined by the vet, June was found to have heartworms, and so she began treatment to take care of that. She also had signs of past abuse.

Though it was heartbreaking, she was better off being left at the shelter by her former owner.

Meanwhile, she was learning to trust people at her foster home as she realized that everyone involved in her recovery was just trying to help her. Eventually, she felt comfortable enough to approach her foster dad.

June’s photo goes viral

Soon, offers to adopt her began pouring in, and before too long, Graves had over 500 people interested in adopting June.

But first, June had to be prepared for living in a home once again.

For that, Graves turned to obedience trainer James Voyatzis, who had his work cut out for him. In addition to emotional scars, June also had physical scars on her face, which usually was a sign of abuse.

“That’s from, probably, being hit with sticks,” Graves said. “She’s clearly had multiple litters and spent a lot of her life tied to a tree. She was extremely shy, and we knew we had to find a home that would understand that she might take a long time to warm up.”

June is adopted

Finally, the day arrived and it was time for June to go to her new home. She was adopted by Amber Barlow and her family on Christmas Eve Day. Now, June would get the chance at the life she never had.

“The first time I saw her picture, I knew she was mine,” Barlow told News & Record. “Nothing was going to keep me from her. This was my baby.”

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10 Common Dog Health Problems

Some health problems are specific to certain breeds, such as breathing complications for flat-faced dogs. But several other canine health issues can affect any dog. Here are 10 typical health conditions you need to watch out for in your four-legged best friend:

Top 10 Common Dog Health Problems

Skin Problems

One of the most obvious signs that your dog has a skin condition is itching. Other symptoms that may suggest that your dog has a skin problem include rashes, redness, dry skin, lumps, bumps, skin sores, dandruff, and hair loss.

Ear Diseases

Approximately 20 percent of dogs suffer from ear disease. It’s particularly common in breeds with floppy ears like cocker spaniels and basset hounds. It’s common to see wax buildup or discharge in their ear canal. But others may experience pain, itchiness, redness, swelling, and crusting in the ears.

Urinary Tract Infections

Simply known as UTI, this condition can make it uncomfortable for your beloved companion to pass urine. Signs of urinary tract infection include drinking water more than usual and passing urine more often than usual. Your dog may also only pass a small amount or lose bladder control. Additionally, you may see blood in their urine or notice a strong smell to it.

Vomiting

There are countless reasons why your pet may throw up. You don’t need to visit the vet each time your dog vomits. But it’s also not something you can just ignore. Don’t try to guess. If the vomiting persists or occurs with other symptoms like diarrhea or lethargy, you need to rush to the vet. It could be a sign of severe health problems, such as poisoning or gastrointestinal blockage.

Diarrhea

This symptom may occur on its own or be accompanied by vomiting. Its potential causes are similar to vomiting. One or two episodes of diarrhea may not be a pet emergency. But recurring diarrhea can result in dehydration.

Parasites

At some point in their lives, your pet may have to deal with discomfort due to internal or external parasites. Symptoms of parasites generally vary, depending on a few factors. These include the kind of parasite that has plagued your pet, where it lives, and how severe its infestation is.

Dental Issues

Like us, your dog can develop canine dental diseases due to high levels of plaque buildup. Several signs indicate that your pet may have dental disease. These include difficulty eating, bleeding of the gums or teeth, loose teeth, and bad breath.

Obesity

Nearly 30 percent of the general dog population is considered obese. Several factors contribute to a pet’s risk. These include age, genetic predisposition, lack of exercise, and overfeeding, among others.

Arthritis

This joint problem can restrict your dog’s mobility. Bring Fido to the vet if you see your dog slow down or limp before and after walks. Other signs include licking or chewing on tender areas and behavioral changes.

Poisoning

Symptoms of dog poisoning vary widely, depending on the kind of toxin a pet has been exposed to. The signs can range from vomiting to drooling, breathing difficulties, seizures, or worse, coma. Some of the most common poisonous substances are human foods like chocolates, grapes, raisins, onions, and caffeine. Other known culprits are human medications, household cleaning products, pesticides, and some plants.