A survivor and still not done fighting
Despite harsh beginnings, it is still a loving and affectionate companion.
On May 30, the Roodepoort Record reported on the pit bull that was rescued by the Community Led Animal Welfare (Claw) on May 21.
Now, two weeks later, it is doing much better than it was when it first arrived. Still on the thinner side, it is quickly picking up some weight with good food and water intake. The dog is also socialising with the other animals at the shelter as well as the employees. When it first arrived it was so excited to be in contact with others, it hurt its tail due to wagging it so much, now it is becoming more used to people and the tape was taken off.
“I think we have the internal parasites under control, he’s bright, he’s getting daily walks and he’s gained traction. I think he’s getting all the good stuff that he needs at the moment. For now, we are still keeping him separate, because we’re working on slow introductions with the other dogs,” explained Michelle Weedman from Claw.
She continues to say the dog has extremely high energy levels, even after it’s been for a walk and it is very curious about children. She says when they first took it for a walk it would bite the leash, but the dog has come so far. The dog would also nip at them, not due to aggression, simply because it is so excited for attention, however, that has also calmed down.
Michelle concluded by saying after everything the pit bull has been through, it wouldn’t have been surprising if it had been aggressive.
“Yet that is not the case, he is a sweet and loving dog with a lot of energy and a desire for affection.”
She added they have chosen the name Brinkley for the dog in honour of a resident who donated to Claw.
“There is a lady who donated to Claw who had a death in the family. Instead of sending flowers, they asked if we could name an animal after the person as it would be a special tribute for them. So we named this doggy Brinkley in honour of Brinkley Schiffman,” said Michelle.
