Because the dog was barking so much and was never seen outside, the neighbours suspected that the dog's owner had left the dog alone in the apartment and never returned.
Rescue mission
A local animal welfare group called Nadzieja (Hope in English) heard about the complaints and tried to make contact with the dog's owner. But to no avail.
They started getting worried. The more closely they looked into the case, the more they realised that the dog had indeed been abandoned. He was stuck inside with no food or water, and barking for help.
Hope staff tried to get the Police involved, but without a warrant, they were reluctant to do anything. So Hope employees decided to use the power of social media instead. They posted a saddening photo of the poor dog barking behind the window, which of course, got a lot of attention.
People began to speak out against the inaction of the Police force, until the complaints finally reached the mayor, who decided to get involved. With his say-so, Hope staff members were able to enter the apartment and save the dog, who they named Julek.
Julek's misfortune
It was clear that poor Julek had been in this sad state for quite some time already. The apartment floor was covered in faeces, and the dog was severely emaciated.
Hope is pressing charges against Julek's owner for animal cruelty.
When the vet first examined Julek, he did not believe the poor dog would make it until Christmas. He was weak and dehydrated. Blood tests revealed that he was suffering from kidney and heart failure. In addition, a large tumour was discovered on his testicles.
Hope for a good boy
But against all odds, Julek is making it! He has undergone surgery and is gaining weight steadily. Day after day, he becomes a new and happier dog.
We hope that Julek will make a full recovery, and that he will get adopted by the loving home deserves!
