NumNum’s Life-Saving Second Chance
When rescuers found NumNum, she had already endured more suffering than any dog should ever know. One of nearly 300 dogs rescued from a severe neglect situation, NumNum was severely underweight, covered in fleas and so weak she could barely stand. But worst of all, because of prolonged neglect and an untreated tick-borne disease, NumNum developed vasculitis. The disease was so severe that it caused the tissue on her nose to deteriorate and disappear.
A Second Chance® Grant helped cover her lifesaving surgery to reconstruct her nasal passages, giving her the chance to keep fighting and begin her journey toward healing.
Your gift today helps give the next animal a second chance at healing, safety and love while supporting all of American Humane Society’s critical work.
NumNum was able to have a Second Chance because of YOU
When rescuers found NumNum, she had already endured more suffering than any dog should ever know.
One of nearly 300 dogs rescued from a severe neglect situation, NumNum had been living without proper food, medical care or basic necessities. She was severely underweight, covered in fleas and so weak she could barely stand.
The worst damage wasn’t immediately visible.
Because of prolonged neglect and an untreated tick-borne disease, NumNum developed vasculitis. The disease was so severe that it caused the tissue on her nose to deteriorate and disappear.
Imagine the pain. Imagine trying to eat, breathe and survive after losing part of your nose.
Through it all, NumNum never stopped fighting.
To save her life and restore her ability to live comfortably, veterinarians performed two complex reconstructive surgeries. The cost of this specialized care was staggering—thousands of dollars that many organizations simply cannot afford on their own.
That’s where a Second Chance Grant from American Humane Society stepped in.
Thanks to this support, NumNum received the lifesaving surgeries she needed. Surgeons painstakingly rebuilt her nasal area, removed damaged scar tissue and worked to ensure she could live her best life possible.
For NumNum, those procedures meant the difference between continued suffering and a chance to heal.
Today, while she continues to recover, the frightened dog who once hid in a corner is beginning to emerge. Her gentle spirit shines through in every tail wag, every cuddle and every sign of trust she offers the humans who refused to give up on her.
That’s the power of a Second Chance.
But many more animals like NumNum still waiting for help. Please make your compassionate gift today to help give more animals like NumNum the second chance they deserve.
The Power of a Second Chance
American Humane Society’s Second Chance Grants fund emergency surgeries, life-saving treatments and recovery care for animals rescued from heartbreaking circumstances. Whether it’s a dog pulled from a neglectful home, a cat left injured on the street, or a horse starved and forgotten — this program gives them the medical support they need to survive and thrive.
But none of it is possible without the generosity of people like you.
When you donate, you help fund critical care for animals who might otherwise be lost. And your gift helps American Humane Society continue responding wherever the need is greatest — so no animal has to suffer simply because resources weren’t there.
Stories of Resilience
Willow, a one-year-old sheepdog, was found on a roadside in El Paso, Texas, a victim of severe abuse with burns and a gunshot wound. Her situation was critical, and her chances seems slim.
The intervention of a Second Chance Grant from American Humane Society marked the turning point in Willow’s life, allowing her to get the medical care and love she’s so desperately needed.
Buried alive by her owner Leialoha was found unable to stand, her fur almost entirely gone and her skin burnt by the sun. Rescuers rushed the one year old pup to an emergency clinic where she received life-saving care funded by American Humane society’s Second Chance Grant.
This grant covered the critical treatments needed for her recovery, from cleaning and treating her wounds to soothing her skin and helping her gain weight.
Abandoned on a desolate roadside, Penny was discovered bleeding and weak, suffering from a presumed gunshot wound. She was rushed to an emergency veterinary clinic, and through American Humane Society’s Second Chance grant, Penny was able to receive the critical and urgent care she desperately needed.
After suffering so much fear and cruelty in her life, Penny is learning to trust and love again. Today she is in a foster family where she continues to thrive and is finally receiving the love, care and comfort she truly deserves.
Thrown from a second-story window and left in the rain, Legend endured unimaginable cruelty. With both back legs severely damaged and non-functioning, this resilient feline was rushed to an emergency clinic. Thanks to American Humane Society’s Second Chance® grant, Legend received the life-saving care he desperately needed, including two surgeries to remove his damaged legs and ongoing treatment to help him heal. Now, Legend is learning to navigate the world with courage and hope.
Starved and abandoned, Reba was discovered in a field—emaciated, dehydrated and so weak she could barely stand. Her condition was critical, and without immediate intervention, she would not have survived. Thanks to American Humane Society’s Second Chance® grant, Reba received the intensive veterinary care and nutritional support she so urgently needed.
After enduring such prolonged neglect, Reba is finally safe. Under the care of a dedicated rescue, she is gaining strength, regaining trust and experiencing kindness for perhaps the first time. Today, Reba is on the road to recovery—proof that love and compassion can transform even the most desperate lives.
Your generosity can make a big difference for animals who have been abandoned, abused and neglected and remind them that there’s hope for a better tomorrow and support all of our impactful programs.
