Aurora is now in foster care and is doing AWESOME!
After receiving an anonymous report about a dog walking the streets, the Darlington County Sheriff's Department went to retrieve her and discovered the huge dog with her head and mouth duct taped shut! Deputies were able to apprehend the dog and carefully remove the tape before transporting her to the Darlington County Animal Shelter for care and treatment.
“Aurora is an extremely fortunate lady. Darlington County Humane Society Rescue reports, "She was discovered in time to be saved!" “A very poised, courteous lady, she is still in a bit in [a] trance after being hauled up by the Sheriff's Department yesterday morning, with duct tape wrapped around her head and mouth.” Fortunately, for Aurora, the duct tape did not cause any long-term damage. The vet thought she had been wrapped for a day and a half, but luckily the tape did not cut any loops!
“Look at Aurora's BEAUTIFUL face! The veterinarian believes she is a purebred Great Dane. She is a tall, proud lady! She is estimated to be 3-4 years old, has a sweet, kind personality, and the patience of a saint,” say her rescuers.
The Great Dane, on the other hand, isn't out of the woods yet. This beautiful lady is obviously underweight. The Body Condition Index gave her a score of 4 out of 9. (with 9 for best health). She's also infested with whip worms, hook worms, and, sadly, life-threatening heart worms. Her care will be costly, but her rescuers are sure that she will recover.
Aurora is not currently available for adoption because the Sheriff's Department is still investigating her abandonment and abuse, but people are invited to make an adoption application.
Civilized society is very optimistic that the police will find out who committed the terrorist crimes against Aurora. “As a country, we don't have a large population of Great Danes, so someone must know something about her. Keeping my fingers crossed!! Darlington County loves its animals, and it hurts our hearts to see any of them abused.
Civilized society is very optimistic that the police will find out who committed the terrorist crimes against Aurora. “As a country, we don't have a large population of Great Danes, so someone must know something about her. Keeping my fingers crossed!! Darlington County loves its animals, and it hurts our hearts to see any of them abused. Anyone with information can call the Darlington County Sheriff's Office at 843-398-4501 or 843-398-4920.