Flashback: The Springer Spaniel, known affectionately as Ger Ger, had endured unimaginable cruelty—her paw chopped off by her owner, sold into the dog meat trade after biting a goose out of starvation. She arrived at Li Liu Small Animals Rescue Camp full of resentment towards people.

Doctor Song took immediate action, performing emergency surgery on Ger Ger. After a week of intensive treatment, Ger Ger slowly let down her guard, beginning to trust the veterinary team. “How’s our little Springer Spaniel? Doing well?” Dr. Song inquired warmly during one of his routine check-ups. “Let me have a look,” he continued, gently examining Ger Ger. “Let me see whether or not our Springer Spaniel is doing well.”

As Ger Ger’s condition improved, she began playing with the caregivers and other animals. “Playing with the young brother,” one of the caregivers chuckled, noting Ger Ger’s newfound happiness.

“Our young brother came back, see the little wiggling bottom,” they observed, delighted at Ger Ger’s playful antics. “She’s much better now, with stitches removed already,” Dr. Song remarked proudly, as Ger Ger eagerly accepted treats from the caregivers. “Can she come out and run now?” someone asked, concerned for Ger Ger’s mobility. “Yes, she can come out like normal dogs,” Dr. Song reassured, witnessing Ger Ger’s progress firsthand.

“Time to go home, Ger Ger,” Dr. Song announced happily as Ger Ger prepared to leave the hospital. “No one’s gonna hurt you anymore,” he promised as they embarked on their journey back to the rescue camp.

In a separate yard reserved for special care, Ger Ger found comfort and companionship. “Gege, we hope you can live like a princess in the future,” the caregivers whispered affectionately, honoring her bravery and resilience. “Still under quarantine in this small yard,” they explained, “after that, they will be living in the big yard with other dogs.” “No one’s gonna hurt you anymore,” they repeated, their voices filled with compassion and commitment to Ger Ger’s well-being.