As a result, they took immediate action and successfully rescued her.
Horrified by the messages she received about the dog, Gail Montgomery, cofounder of Almost Home Animal Rescue League, wasted no time in mobilizing her network to provide assistance.
She contacted South Lyon Murphy Lost Animal Recovery, who promptly arrived on the scene to rescue Nikki from the street, along with her beloved stuffed toy.
After being rescued, Nikki found herself in a loving foster home where she immediately formed strong bonds. Gail expressed to People, "She doesn't even need her stuffed toy anymore. She's constantly embracing her foster parents.
Although she still occasionally sleeps with it, she's no longer fixated on it as she was back in Detroit when she roamed the streets."
Months had passed with the puppy fending for herself in harsh conditions when Gail was first informed about her plight. It was suspected that she had been left behind following the demise of her owner and had been surviving on the kindness of neighbors and scavenging for leftovers.
In May, Gail's attention was drawn to Nikki as messages and photographs started coming in, capturing the dog's presence in the downtown vicinity.
Gail noticed the dog was exhibiting signs of extreme stress, with her body showing the adverse effects of the prolonged ordeal she endured while living on the streets.
Understanding the urgency, Nikki was swiftly rescued and transported to an emergency hospital for the necessary medical care and treatment.
As Gail revealed, Nikki's condition was more complex than anticipated. "Regrettably, she has been diagnosed with heartworm disease and is facing various internal issues. The veterinarians discovered plastic bags, twigs, and bones in her stomach," Gail explained.
Following the necessary treatment, Almost Home arranged for Nikki to be placed in a foster home where she could recover. In her foster home, she is now being nourished with a diet consisting of chicken and rice, and is showered with affection and cuddles from her caring foster family.
