Niall Harbison
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On a mission to save street dogs around the world. You can support here...
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Niall Harbison@NiallHarbisonIt was the 5th September when I was looking for another sick dog and heard the tiniest squeak. I stumbled upon a sick mum and her puppies. You should see them today… (1/5) 🧵
SummaryA person discovered a sick mother dog and her puppies eating from garbage, rescued them, and brought them to a shelter where they're now thriving and being prepared for adoption after receiving proper care and vaccinations.Sep 23, 20265 tweets♥ 21.5KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonWe have a very hard case we have been working on for 10 days. Many of you will remember Mr Big. We believe he was attacked by a group of street dogs. I didn’t share him as I was worried he wouldn’...
SummaryMr Big, an older dog who escaped and was severely attacked by a pack of street dogs, suffered critical injuries including puncture wounds and internal bleeding. After 10 days of intensive care and recovery, he's finally showing progress—walking again after being immobilized for a week and unable to eat or drink.Sep 18, 20265 tweets♥ 25.1KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonAn old friend came back today. Bella is massively obese. We’ve fixed her once before but things have taken a turn for the worse. She has a tough road ahead of her (1/6) 🧵
SummaryBella, an obese elephant living in a temple, returned to veterinary care after her health deteriorated due to overfeeding by the community despite previous treatment and medication. She is being treated again with medicines, exercise, and a strict diet to reduce her weight from 95lbs to a healthy 50lbs, with plans to relocate her away from the temple environment.Jul 28, 20266 tweets♥ 17.6KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison5 days since we found Bear in an alley way. I initially thought a broken spine. It’s something very very different. He’s in the battle of his life today… (1/6) 🧵
SummaryA dog named Bear found in an alley is fighting for his life after being diagnosed with leptospirosis, a bacterial disease that has severely damaged his kidneys and liver. The author and a team are providing intensive care including IV fluids and force-feeding, hoping he can recover day by day despite his critical condition.Jul 19, 20266 tweets♥ 19.7KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonIt’s 36 hours since we found Bear in an alley way in absolute agony and close to death. Things are very slightly starting to look up… (1/7) 🧵
SummaryA dog named Bear was found dying in an alley after being hit by a car, suffering severe injuries and organ failure. After 36 hours of intensive medical care and pain relief, he showed signs of improvement and survived the critical initial period, giving hope for his recovery.Jul 15, 20267 tweets♥ 20KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonLast October he was shot five times here in Thailand. I used to feed Bog Red Brendan in the jungle daily. He didn’t know what had happened to cause him so much pain. Today he arrived at his new ho...
SummaryA dog named Bog Red Brendan was shot five times in Thailand but was rescued, treated at a newly built hospital, and successfully rehomed to a loving family in England after an international journey. The heartwarming story documents his recovery and safe arrival at his new home where he can live peacefully.Jul 12, 20267 tweets♥ 17.7KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonRocky has been having a lovely Saturday setting in with his new family. His new brother is 8 years old rescued as a young street dog with injuries. They are already friends. Lots of nice things hap...
SummaryRocky, a newly adopted dog, is settling into his forever home with his family, enjoying quality time with his new brother, exploring parks, indulging in premium smoked salmon, and bonding with his loving parents who even built him a safe fort to help him adjust.Jul 11, 20264 tweets♥ 23.5KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison75 days ago Rocky was found alone, terrified, blind and hours from death. Many people told me to “put him to sleep”. Today I am very happy to share that his comeback is complete… (1/10) 🧵 https:/...
SummaryRocky, a dog found abandoned and near death on a beach, was given intensive veterinary care and proper nutrition over 75 days and made a remarkable recovery, regaining partial eyesight and strength before being adopted by a loving family. The thread documents his transformation from a critically ill, blind dog that many urged to be euthanized into a healthy, happy dog now thriving in his new home.Jul 10, 20269 tweets♥ 25KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison2.5 weeks since we found little Espresso Martini poisoned and taking her last breaths. The progress has been very slow but some fairly positive news… (1/6) 🧵
SummaryA dog named Espresso Martini was poisoned and found barely alive 2.5 weeks ago. After intensive care including 30 hours of physical therapy and medication, she's showing significant recovery with gradually returning movement in her limbs, though full recovery remains uncertain.Jul 2, 20266 tweets♥ 18KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonI’ll never forget finding Iris on the chain here in Thailand. She had no shelter from the sun or heavy rains and she was deathly thin. I was just sent photos of her from her her owners and it does...
SummaryA dog named Iris found severely malnourished and chained in Thailand received rescue and medical care, transforming from a thin, neglected animal to a healthy, happy dog now living safely with a loving family with proper shelter and comfort.Jun 28, 20264 tweets♥ 22KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonOne of the loveliest stories ever. We got a call about a dog in Thailand who was suffering in the heat. He had been kicked out in the streets. Never did we think it would end like this… (1/6) 🧵 h...
SummaryA rescue dog named Shaggy was found suffering on the streets of Thailand, rehabilitated over several months, adopted by a family in North Carolina, and eventually won a local contest that put his face on charity beer cans. His journey went from abandonment to living a life of comfort and unexpected fame.Jun 27, 20266 tweets♥ 20.8KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison8 weeks ago Rocky was rescued just hours from death. He was alone, incredibly sick and in agony. Today he was getting a little special treat… (1/7) 🧵
SummaryRocky was rescued from near-death on a beach in critical condition, unable to eat, drink, or see. After 8 weeks of care, he's now thriving in a retirement village with other dogs, celebrating his recovery with beach outings and a new home made from a dog box.Jun 20, 20267 tweets♥ 18.2KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonA few weeks ago Jimbo was on his own living on the streets. His health was so bad he was close to death. Today he has a new Job… (1/4) 🧵
SummaryJimbo, a dog rescued from homelessness and poor health, has been given a new job as head of security at Alba's kitchen where food is prepared for 1,300 dogs daily. The once-neglected dog now thrives with love and attention, using his keen hearing to alert staff to any problems.Jun 18, 20264 tweets♥ 16.8KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison3 days ago we got a report of a young puppy. Locals were frantic with worry. We were told it had been poisoned. It was time to swing into action as time was very limited (1/7) 🧵 ...
SummaryA young puppy named Espresso was brought to an animal hospital after being poisoned, requiring emergency stomach cleaning and life support. After touch-and-go first 24 hours and two days of limited mobility, she's now showing progress with returning neck strength and mobility, though the cause of her poisoning remains a mystery.Jun 18, 20267 tweets♥ 14.3KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonThis was the first ever picture I was sent of little Stormzy. He had been hit by a car and had a brain injury. His owner was told he had to be put to sleep. But he didn’t have the money to do it....
SummaryA dog named Stormzy was hit by a car and suffered a brain injury, with his owner unable to afford euthanasia. Through medicine, training, and patience, Stormzy made a remarkable recovery and now lives happily with a loving family, running and enjoying life.Jun 14, 20266 tweets♥ 18.1KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison3 weeks ago I ran into this little guy when jogging. He was tiny and completely broken from living on the streets. We’ve been fixing him up and you won’t believe Jimbo today… (1/7) 🧵 https://t.co...
SummaryA dog named Jimbo found malnourished and infested on a building site was rescued and nursed back to health over three weeks, recovering from severe anemia and injuries to become a happy, playful pup ready for adoption.Jun 12, 20267 tweets♥ 18.5KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonOn the 15th Feb I was sent these photos by a local lady who had spotted a tiny dog trying to survive alone on the streets of Thailand. She had been dumped months earlier. Today he journey is compl...
SummaryA severely malnourished dog named Dolly was found abandoned on the streets of Thailand in February. After four months of rehabilitation and care, she was adopted by an English woman who fell in love with her and decided to move to Thailand, giving Dolly a loving forever home.Jun 9, 20266 tweets♥ 16.4KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonA story that will make you beam with happiness 😃 Today Sienna’s 10,000 mile journey to a forever home is complete. 7 months ago she came in and could only stare at the wall. She was broken (1/7)...
SummarySienna, a rescued street dog from Thailand who was used for breeding and left traumatized, completed a 10,000-mile journey across multiple countries over 7 months to reach her forever home in Wales. The gentle dog, who initially could only stare at walls, regained her trust and dignity with care before being adopted by a loving couple who supported her through an epic international relocation.Jun 7, 20267 tweets♥ 20.7KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbisonRocky 6 weeks ago the day I first met him. He was as good as dead. Even I have to pinch myself at what he is like today… (1/6) 🧵
SummaryA dog named Rocky was rescued in critical condition six weeks ago and has made a remarkable recovery. Through daily care, walks, and improved living conditions, he has regained his health, eyesight, and joy for life, becoming what his caretaker calls the 'comeback king.'Jun 6, 20266 tweets♥ 22.7KNiall Harbison@NiallHarbison