A dog with only two legs was heartlessly evicted from her home by her owner who couldn’t handle her disability and was ashamed of it.
The story of the courageous little dog, who defied all odds to live a fulfilling life, was captured in the book “With a Little Faith”. This little pup was left to fend for himself by his owner due to being born with just two legs. However, he soon became an icon of strength and resilience. The pup was born in the US on Christmas Eve in 2002 with a rare birth defect that left him with just three legs – one of which was tiny and non-functional.
It’s possible that the reason the mother dog abandoned her was because she had only two hind legs and was in poor health. The owner of the puppy deemed her unsalvageable and discarded her on the street. However, a kind-hearted mother and daughter named Jude Stringfellow came across the helpless pup and took her under their care. Although the little dog was weak, they nursed her back to health. Despite the initial assumption that the dog wouldn’t make it, Jude was determined to give her a chance at life. Unfortunately, some people recommended putting the puppy down, but Jude refused to give up on her.
In contrast to Mrs. Jude’s biological children, Jude herself was adopted and raised by her own family. Upon receiving a new furry addition to the family, Jude decided to name the little dog Faith in hopes that she would bring miracles and keep her faith strong. However, Faith faced initial struggles with a skateboard designed by Mrs. Jude for her mobility. For some time, Faith relied on pushing with her hind legs while leaning on the skateboard. Mrs. Jude persevered and taught Faith how to stand upright through jumping exercises, ultimately leading to reinforced hind legs that made it easier for Faith to stand on her own.
Faith had undergone rigorous training for six months before she could stand and run on her hind legs. She loves visiting the park where she fearlessly plays with everyone. Her unique ability to walk on two legs makes her the center of attention, and people are moved by her enthusiasm despite her small stature. Faith has become a beloved and admired dog by all who have met her.
The healing power of a little doggo
Faith, the tiny pup, won hearts all over when she defied odds and learned to walk despite being born with a birth defect. Her story quickly spread far and wide, earning her a place on multiple TV shows.
In addition to that, several other publications have also featured this extraordinary canine. Faith has even authored a book called “With a Little Faith.”
Following the war, Faith took on the role of a “therapy dog,” helping wounded soldiers deal with their emotional scars. Additionally, she serves as a source of inspiration and encouragement for seriously ill hospital patients, motivating them to fight their illnesses.
Jude Stringfellow made the decision to resign from her teaching job and embark on a global adventure with Faith. Her message to others is that having a beautiful soul is more important than having a perfect body.
The inspiring tale of this adorable canine could serve as a source of inspiration to keep our faith strong, put in more effort, and persist towards our aspirations. It’s similar to the well-known saying, “when one door shuts, another one opens.” Any obstacle can be overcome with perseverance and determination, leading to success.
Have you had the pleasure of spotting any of these rare and magnificent birds? To bird enthusiasts, encountering a “lifer bird” is a momentous occasion, one that warrants photographs and social media posts. Essentially, a lifer bird sighting means that a bird watcher has spotted a species that they have never seen before in their birding endeavors. Some birders even maintain a list of the birds they hope to see in their lifetime and are willing to travel great distances to make it happen. However, sometimes, luck is on their side, and a rare bird unexpectedly appears right before their eyes. With over 700 bird species in the continental U.S. and Canada, there is always a possibility of seeing something “new”, even if not actively searching for it. Below is a selection of breathtaking birds that have inspired many birders’ quests:
To catch a glimpse of the stunning Green Jay, one must venture down to the southernmost tip of Texas and hope for the opportunity to see this vibrant bird.
The stunning blue and green corvids have a unique hunting technique – they use sticks to reach insects underneath tree bark. This makes them one of the few birds in North America known to use tools. While they can be found throughout Mexico, birdwatchers flock to the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge in Texas for an opportunity to see them. On the other hand, Kirtland’s Warblers are mostly found in the jack pine forests of Michigan and Wisconsin. They migrate south to the Bahamas during winter.
You can spot a stunning bird with dark gray feathers and a lemon-yellow breast in the jack pine forests of Michigan and Wisconsin. Make sure to watch out for them when they migrate to the southeastern coast to reach their winter home in the Bahamas. If you’re traveling south along the Gulf of Mexico or the southern U.S., you may also catch sight of the Vermilion Flycatcher, with its striking fiery red and deep brown colors.
The Yellow-breasted Chat is a charming bird that can be observed near rivers in Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico as well as around the Gulf of Mexico. The male of the species woos his mate during courtship by gifting her a butterfly or another attention-grabbing insect. Despite being found in several locations across the United States, this colorful bird can be particularly challenging to spot due to its preference for living in areas with thick, bushy vegetation.
This vibrantly hued woodpecker is known to scour the forests of the Pacific Northwest’s coastal regions for sustenance which includes sap, nectar, and insects.