September at Lomdogs: Small Acts of Rescue, Big Steps Toward Healing

Some months remind us that rescue work isn’t always about drama or headlines — it’s about quiet persistence, compassion, and the slow rebuilding of trust. September was one of those months. From wire entanglements to car accidents, from trembling survivors to ordinary street dogs with extraordinary resilience, our team met each life with care and patience.

Ginny: The Survivor of the Road

Ginny’s story began with a call — another dog hit by a car. When we found her, she could barely put weight on her right hind leg. She was frightened but calm, as if she somehow knew help had come.
At our rehabilitation center, we treated her injuries and started a long recovery plan. Ginny is still under observation, but each day she grows stronger, standing a little longer, trusting a little more.

Citi: The Hidden Wound

Citi was reportedly having a small scratch near her neck. But beneath the surface was a deep wound crawling with maggots. The surgery was delicate — cleaning, disinfecting, and stitching layer by layer.
Citi was brave throughout the procedure and returned home the same day. Her wound is healing well, thanks to her owner’s daily care and vigilance. Sometimes, a rescue is not about taking a dog in — it’s about empowering people to care better for the animals already in their lives.

The Dog from Pasar Sengkol: Freedom from a Cable Collar

In the chaos of Sengkol Market, someone noticed a dog with a cable cutting into his neck. When we arrived, he was still nearby — wary but exhausted. Within minutes, our team darted him, removed the wire, cleaned the area, and gave him medication. The injury hadn’t yet caused deep damage — a rare stroke of luck. After treatment, we released him back where he belonged, free from pain and the slow strangulation that might have killed him.

The Dog of Selong Belanak: From Entanglement to Escape (picture above)

Tourists in Selong Belanak reported a dog tangled in wire, unable to walk properly. The first time we tried to help, he disappeared into the bush. Days later, we tried again — this time, success. His neck and leg wounds were cleaned, stitched, and he was sterilized before being released. A week later, when we checked back, he was walking easily — even running away from us, this time in full health. Freedom has never looked so good.

The Shaking Dog of Rangkap

In Rangkap village, a frail white dog had been trembling for over a year. Locals told us she had survived distemper — a brutal virus that can leave lasting nerve damage. Though her tremors will never fade, she’s alive because of her will and the community’s quiet care. We treated her with vitamins and left her with the people who already loved her as she is.

Bazar Mandalika & Mawun: The Simple Fixes That Matter

Not all rescues are dramatic. One dog at Bazar Mandalika needed only Simparica — a small pill that stops fleas and parasites. Another in Mawun was limping from a mild fight wound; a single dose of anti-inflammatory medicine and parasite protection was enough. These small visits remind us that prevention is rescue too.

Tisya’s Cat: A Bleeding Mystery

When a woman named Tisya called about a cat whose cheek had been bleeding for two days, we found two small puncture wounds — likely a cat bite that wouldn’t stop bleeding because of its location near blood vessels. We cleaned and treated the wound, administered antibiotics, vitamins, and flea control. Her gums were pale — possibly anemia — so we advised a blood test. The cat has since recovered, back to eating and lounging near Tisya’s porch as if nothing had happened.

A Puppy Beating the Odds

A tiny puppy with two days of diarrhea was tested for parvo — thankfully negative. She hadn’t eaten for days, but after vitamins and antibiotics, her tail began to wag again. She’s under observation, but her appetite and energy have returned. Sometimes that’s all it takes — the right care at the right time.

A Final Note: Cham-Rut’s Comeback

At the rehab center, Cham-Rut — who lost a front leg earlier this year — is now running again, tail high and unstoppable. His recovery is a daily reminder of what your donations make possible: life, movement, and joy after pain.

The Quiet Power of Care

Every rescue, no matter how small, tells the same story: that compassion saves lives. September wasn’t about grand rescues or dramatic recoveries — it was about showing up. It was about presence, persistence, and love. And that’s what keeps this island’s hearts — human and animal — beating together.

The Dog of Selong Belanak