When rescuers first found Nulli, a gentle Border Collie left to fend for herself on the streets of South Africa, her story looked like it might end in tragedy.
But thanks to a group of big-hearted animal lovers — and Nulli’s incredible will to survive — this brave pup is now living her best life.
Abandoned and attacked
After her owner cruelly abandoned her and vanished without a trace, Nulli clung to the only home she knew — waiting day after day outside the empty house, hoping he’d return.
But instead of kindness, Nulli was met with cruelty. While scrounging for food, she was viciously attacked by other dogs in the area, leaving her badly injured and alone.
That’s when a Good Samaritan stepped in and contacted the team at Sidewalk Specials, a rescue group known for giving abandoned animals a second chance.
When rescuers arrived, they rushed Nulli to the vet for urgent care. What they uncovered was worse than anyone expected.
Beneath her matted fur were hundreds of puncture wounds, a fractured skull, and broken teeth — injuries she had quietly suffered through for far too long.
Ready for adoption
Despite the pain, this Border Collie never once lashed out. Her spirit remained gentle, calm, and full of hope — classic traits of the breed, known for their intelligence, loyalty, and quiet strength.
With time, medical care, and plenty of love, Nulli began to heal. She received the grooming and treatment she desperately needed, and slowly, the light returned to her eyes. Once strong enough, she was ready for adoption — and her new chapter couldn’t be more different from the one she left behind.
Today, Nulli is unrecognizable. She’s been adopted by a loving family who showers her with affection and takes her on daily beach adventures. She even has a canine sibling to play with—no more fear of dog fights, no more empty stomach, and no more lonely nights waiting on someone who would never come.
This once-abandoned Border Collie now lives the life all dogs deserve: one filled with joy, security, and endless love.
🐾 Watch Nulli’s heart-melting transformation below and see what true rescue looks like. It’s the kind of story that reminds us—every dog deserves a second chance.
