Caitlyn's Road to Recovery

Remember this photo?

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This horrifying picture went viral back in May when Caitlyn the pit bull was found with her muzzle duct-taped shut in Charleston, South Carolina. The lack of blood supply had swollen her lips and tongue so badly that the staff at the Charleston Animal Society was worried she might not make it.

I remember seeing this picture all over social media several months ago and it still breaks my heart every time I see it. Fortunately, I was happy to learn that Caitlyn is expected to make a full recovery.

Caitlyn's road to recovery consisted of:

• Being placed in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber every 12 hours. (The high pressure of this chamber allows the lungs to take in more oxygen than usual, aiding in a quicker healing process)
• Receiving low-level laser therapy treatments to increase blood circulation and stimulate healing.
• Undergoing surgery both on her lips and cheeks.

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Above is a photo taken of Caitlyn back in August, roughly 3 months after the incident. Aside from losing a small bit of her tongue, her veteranarians said she should be able to eat and drink normally. It is amazing what they were able to do in order to save her life. Today, 15-month-old Caitlyn is living with her adopted family finally receiving the love she deserves!!


The Charleston Animal Society, as well as other organizations, such as The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and humane societies all over the country, work diligently everyday towards the fight against animal cruelty. Help stop animal abuse and join the fight!


For information regarding how to spot animal cruelty and how to report it, click here.