Amputee Dog Adopted By Amputee Owner
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- Sep 22
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After being rescued with a gunshot wound, Cleo the dog underwent emergency surgery that left her with only three legs. She recovered in a local shelter, waiting for months until she crossed paths with Zach Monticello. Zach had lost his arm in an accident the previous year and had been struggling with his mental health ever since. When he came across a social media video of Cleo hopping down the shelter hallway, he felt an instant connection and knew they were meant for each other. The moment he picked her up, Cleo sniffed his remaining arm and gently rested her head on his shoulder, as if recognizing their shared experience. Since then, Zach and Cleo have built a powerful bond—helping each other heal, move beyond their traumas, and find comfort in knowing they’re not alone.
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