07/29/2026
This sweet soul is Elowyn.
When we picked her up (an 8hr roundtrip), she was nothing more than skin stretched over bones. She needed a name that spoke of strength, hope, and resilience—because she had none left of her own.
Elowyn is believed to be a Great Dane mix, only 5–6 months old. At a 2/9 body condition score, she is dangerously emaciated. Every rib, every vertebra, every bone is visible beneath her fragile skin. No puppy should ever look like this.
She had never stepped foot inside a home before coming here.
She was so terrified that she wouldn't—or perhaps couldn't—walk. When faced with fear, she didn't run. She didn't fight. She simply froze.
For days, she barely moved.
Then something incredible happened.
With full meals, gentle hands, soft words, and unconditional compassion, the frightened puppy hidden beneath the fear began to emerge. She cautiously sought affection. Then she climbed into my lap, desperate to be held—as if she had been waiting her entire life to know what love felt like.
Even now, eating is still a struggle. More often than not, she'd rather press herself against someone who makes her feel safe than fill her empty stomach.
No puppy should have to choose between love and food.
The hardest part is knowing she wasn't the only one. We found out after arriving home with this sweet girl that Elowyn has a sibling whose people did not show up for her; Who now desperately needs our help.
Elowyn and her sibling are not rare cases. We get requests like this ALL. THE. TIME. Elowyn is one of thousands. Thousands of dogs and puppies needing someone to stand up and give them a chance because they didn't ask to be here.
If you're able to help, your donation will go directly toward Elowyn's veterinary care, rehabilitation, and—if possible—the rescue of her sibling, which requires another 8-hour round trip.
If donating monetarily isn't somethingyour comfortable with, we also have wish lists filled with supplies that make an enormous difference. Even a share makes a difference and costs nothing but a few seconds.
Every dollar, every share, every kind word gives these puppies another chance at the life they should have had from the very beginning.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in our mission and for standing beside us when our animals need you most. ❤️🐾
Ways to Help:
💜 PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/6VCNP7YF2J83Q
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💜 Zelle: [email protected] or 386-880-4785
🛒 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EVTY60DEKN3O?ref_=wl_share
🐶 Chewy Wishlist: https://www.chewy.com/g/turning-tails-inc_b145692385
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