At a small gas station in Canada, one very special greeter was hard at work. Juneau, a friendly and outgoing pup, made sure every traveler got a warm welcome, wagging her tail like she was running customer service herself. But behind that happy-go-lucky attitude, she was hiding a painful secret—an injured leg that she could no longer use.
Manitoba Underdogs Rescue
Concerned visitors reached out to Manitoba Underdogs Rescue, who learned that Juneau’s owner could no longer care for her due to health issues. When the rescue team arrived, Juneau greeted them like VIP guests, as if she knew she was about to start a brand-new adventure.
Manitoba Underdogs Rescue
A vet check confirmed she was slightly underweight but otherwise healthy—except for that bad leg. An old fracture had healed incorrectly, leaving it unusable. To help her live pain-free, the best option was amputation. But if you think losing a leg slowed her down, think again.
Manitoba Underdogs Rescue
Now under the care of Manitoba Underdogs Rescue, Juneau is thriving. “She is the absolute sweetest girl and has such a zest for life,” said Jessica Hansen, the rescue’s executive director. She gets along with dogs, cats, kids—basically anyone willing to give her belly rubs.
Manitoba Underdogs Rescue
Juneau may have retired from her gas station gig, but she’s on the lookout for a forever home where she can keep spreading love (and probably still greeting everyone at the door).
