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Rescuer Comes Across A Severely Emaciated Dog. Even The Vet Was Surprised By His Weight

Take a look at this dog. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to realize he is extremely underweight. The average weight of this breed of dog is about 40 pounds, but he weighs only 19. The dog named Malachi was seen by a concerned citizen alone on the streets of Cleveland, Ohio.

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Image Credit: Mutts in a Rut Rescue

Malachi had been seen desperately searching for food near some apartments on the east side of the city. Malachi was taken in by Mutts in a Rut Rescue who posted his pictures on their Facebook page. Malachi is only one-year-old.

emaciated dog

Image Credit: Mutts in a Rut Rescue

Ed Jamison, Cleveland’s chief animal control officer, said that the dog would not have survived much longer if the citizen hadn’t called for help. Malachi is getting small meals to build up his weight slowly. Malachi will be placed in a foster home once he is stronger.

Take a look at this video

https://youtu.be/Q8W-tbwbo50

He will hopefully find a forever home. Feel better soon, Malachi! Share away, people.

[h/t Pet Rescue Report]