We Helped Paralyzed Dogs Run Again

Summary

In Thailand, Michael runs a dog shelter struggling to save thousands of stray dogs due to limited resources. The video follows Darren and Dan as they help Michael expand his shelter, build a new wing, and provide a new ambulance and medical equipment. They also rescue Goya, a dog with a broken spine, and witness her joy as she runs in her new wheelchair. The video ends with a call to support Beast Philanthropy and a tribute to Dan's late dog, Joe.

Takeaways

• 🐕 Throughout history, dogs have been protectors of humans.
• 😔 Many dogs are neglected and left to fend for themselves.
• 🇹🇭 In Thailand, a man named Michael is making efforts to rescue dogs.
• 🚫 Michael has reached a point where he can't afford to rescue more dogs.
• 🌟 Darren and Dan went to Thailand to help Michael save thousands of dogs.
• 💪 Michael is gentle and loving with the dogs he rescues.
• 🏥 Michael's shelter provides medical care, food, shelter, and even wheelchairs for dogs.
• 🚗 Michael struggles with broken-down vehicles and lack of resources.
• 🐾 Goya, a rescued dog with a broken spine, experiences running in a wheelchair for the first time.
• 🥺 The shelter cares for 90 special needs dogs and feeds 400 stray dogs daily.
• 🚚 A new wing is built for the shelter, allowing for more dogs to be housed.
• 🚑 A new ambulance and state-of-the-art anesthetic gas machine are provided to Michael.
• 🌰 House of Macadamias sponsors the project and donates profits to Beast Philanthropy.
• 🙏 The project is a tribute to the special bond between humans and pets.

Q & A

What is the main issue faced by stray dogs in the video?

The main issue faced by stray dogs in the video is neglect, starvation, and the struggle to fend for themselves.

Who is Michael and what is he trying to do?

Michael is a man in Thailand who is trying his best to make a difference by rescuing and helping stray dogs.

What is the current challenge that Michael is facing?

Michael is facing financial constraints that prevent him from rescuing more dogs.

How many stray dogs are there in Thailand according to the video?

There are more than 2 million stray dogs in Thailand.

What was the initial motivation for Michael to start his shelter?

Michael started the shelter 12 years ago after finding a starving dog behind his restaurant.

What kind of assistance does Michael provide to the dogs?

Michael provides emergency medical care, food, shelter, and even wheelchairs to the dogs.

What is the condition of Michael's rescue van?

Michael's makeshift rescue van keeps breaking down.

What was the last dog Michael was able to rescue named?

The last dog Michael was able to rescue was named Goya.

What happened to Goya?

Goya was hit by a car and broke her spine, but she was given a wheelchair to help her move.

What is the special care unit for dogs at the shelter?

The special care unit houses about 90 dogs with special needs, including blind dogs, paralyzed dogs, and older dogs. They receive physiotherapy and hydrotherapy.

How does Michael's shelter help dogs on the street?

The shelter feeds and monitors 400 stray dogs on the street daily.

What was the big surprise revealed to Michael in the video?

The big surprise revealed to Michael was the construction of an entirely new wing to the shelter, which will allow him to house more than 300 new dogs, and cover the cost of thousands of dogs' food for an entire year.

What additional surprise did Michael receive?

Michael also received a brand new state of the art anesthetic gas machine and a new ambulance.

Who sponsored the video and how are they contributing to the cause?

House of Macadamias sponsored the video and are donating all the profits from every sale in the video to Beast Philanthropy.

What is the significance of the name 'Joe' for the new wing of the shelter?

The new wing of the shelter was named in honor of Dan's dog, Joe, who had passed away about a year ago.