The transformation of Valiente after years of being abandoned on a terrace

The dog spent a long time chained up in the sun, without food or water. Thanks to reports, he was able to recover from the abuse and find a family.

Sadly,  it’s very common to see abandoned dogs on rooftops , under the intense sun, without food or water. That was the case of  Valiente , a dog in Mexico, who  lived chained to the roof of a house, struggling every day to survive.  His situation seemed destined for a tragic end, but thanks to the intervention of a foundation, his life took an unexpected turn.

Late last year, the  Seres Libres Foundation  received several reports about Valiente , who had spent years exposed to heat, rain, and cold , with only a chain around his neck that nearly suffocated him in a desperate attempt to escape. On November 6,  the organization decided to intervene , despite having announced a pause in its activities due to a lack of resources. “We couldn’t just leave him there,” they commented in a Facebook post.

With the help of authorities,  they managed to free the dog and immediately take him to a veterinary hospital.  In a video shared on social media, Valiente was seen devouring a plate of food and drinking water for the first time in a long time. This moment touched thousands of people, reaching over a million likes on Instagram.

However,  Valiente’s health was critical:  severe malnutrition, kidney damage from prolonged dehydration, and a history of extreme abuse. But thanks to medical care, the funds they managed to raise, and the love he received in the hospital,  he began to show signs of improvement.

Finally, on December 28th, the organization announced the news everyone had been waiting for:  Valiente had been adopted.  He now lives in a loving and caring home  with a family that is giving him the life he always deserved . “He’s cuddled, smiling, and happy. We love these happy endings,” Seres Libres posted along with a photo of Valiente, visibly recovered and in the arms of his new owner.

This story leaves us with a key message: it’s not just about having a dog, they are not objects,  they need care, shelter, food, water, love and everything that responsible ownership entails.