Pyeongtaek Mommy and Son: From Years on the Streets to Safety

This was our last rescue mission of the year, and it happened on Christmas Day.

For years, two dogs survived on the streets of Pyeongtaek because two people refused to give up on them. Elise and Tom, Americans living nearby, fed them every single day. They watched over them through the seasons. And as time passed, they worried constantly as both dogs began to suffer.

The mother was living with a painful vaginal prolapse. Her son later injured his leg and could no longer bear weight. Both dogs were declining, and without intervention, their future was terrifyingly uncertain.

After reaching out everywhere for help, Elise and Tom contacted us.

This rescue was not just about saving two dogs. It was about honoring the people who cared for them quietly, patiently, and selflessly for years, and making sure their worry finally turned into relief.

Named by their feeders and finders, Elise and Tom, these two have already been through more than any dog should.

Nova, the mom, appears to have been owned before. She is gentle, calm, and trusting. Just one day after rescue, she underwent successful surgery for a uterine prolapse and was safely spayed. She is healing well and finally comfortable.

Noah’s case was much harder. Our veterinarians believe he was hit by a car months ago, leaving his pelvis and hip badly damaged. He lived in constant pain and could not bear weight, and even gentle human contact hurt.

Our orthopedic vet performed an FHNO surgery to preserve his leg. There was extensive damage, but the most important goal was giving Noah a pain-free life. The surgery was successful, and we are hopeful he will continue to improve day by day and eventually bear full weight.

Recovery will be long for both Nova and Noah.

They are now safe, cared for, and surrounded by love at our Bundang center. For the first time, they are being seen not as street dogs, but as lives that matter.

We are deeply grateful to Elise and Tom for never looking away, and to our incredible community for stepping up to support their care.

If you are able, please consider becoming a monthly donor. Monthly support is one of the most meaningful ways to help long-stay and special-needs dogs like Nova and Noah receive the care they need for as long as it takes.
The road ahead is long, but it will be worth it.