It’s not unusual for dog owners, especially those with puppies, to return home to chewed furniture, nibbled shoes, and rummaged cabinets.
Indeed, it’s a common occurrence. Seasoned dog owners are well aware that ignoring such behaviors can lead to dire consequences. Puppies, much like toddlers, explore boundaries and rules, and will continue to do so until they understand.
However, the typical mischief of chewing on a carpet or sneaking into the kitchen for food pales in comparison to what bulldog Harley did to his owner David Lindsay.
NAP ON THE COUCH
According to reports, David fell asleep on the couch one day only to wake up and find his toe bitten to the bone by Harley! What follows is truly surprising, so keep reading…
David Lindsay is the proud owner of a lovable floppy-eared bulldog named Harley. Like most new puppy owners, David probably anticipated a few mishaps as the young dog adjusted to his new home. Little did he know that a nap on his couch would result in such a bloody situation one day.
Reports suggest that David had dozed off on the couch when he was awoken by his wife’s cries.
David recounted, “I was sleeping on the couch when my wife rushed in. She yelled, ‘Dave, the puppy is chewing on your toe!’
“My puppy had almost chewed off my big toe! He gnawed it down to the bone and crushed it.”
A “NICE” BITE
A dog taking a bite out of your toe is far from anyone’s idea of a good time. However, what concerned David even more was realizing that he slept through the entire incident.
“Throughout this, I discovered that my foot is completely numb, I can’t feel anything anymore,” David expressed.
David, a father of five from Cambridge, UK, promptly sought medical help. He received intravenous antibiotics at the hospital to prevent any potential infection in his wound.
HARLEY SAVES HIS OWNER
Subsequently, doctors conducted CT scans on his foot, unveiling a more significant issue: David had two blocked arteries, elevating the risk of leg amputation without restored blood flow. Surprisingly, Harley’s toe-chewing act may have saved his life.
Fortunately, medical intervention came in the form of stents being suggested to reopen the blocked arteries and normalize blood flow to his leg.
“I’m waiting to see if they can place stents,” David mentioned at the time. “Regardless, I’m keeping the dog.”
“I’ll also attempt to keep my toe. If not, I told the doctor to cut it off. Then I’ll bring it home for the dog!”
Reports indicate that David spent a week hospitalized before being discharged and reuniting with his partner and, of course, Harley.
What are the odds of such an event occurring? Perhaps Harley deserves some recognition. What are your thoughts?
