Aug 6, 2020

Tripod Groot is looking for his forever home


Groot seems to capture the heart of everyone he meets with his gorgeous smile. As you can see, not even the recent amputation of his front right leg gets him down. This sweet 1-year-old Terrier mix is now ready to find a loving, new home to call his own.

Groot arrived at the San Antonio Humane Society (SAHS) as a transfer from Animal Care Services on July 20 with a severely broken front right leg. After consultation with an orthopedic specialist, our medical team determined that the fracture was too old for a successful fracture repair surgery and decided an amputation would be the best choice for his quality of life.

Our medical team was confident Groot would make a complete recovery, and they were right. Since Groot was probably not using his leg due to the injury, he recovered quickly and adjusted using his three legs smoothly. Despite everything he has suffered, Groot is a happy and spunky pup. He loves being around people and loves kittens!


“Groot seemed to have a positive demeanor during his recovery, and even enjoyed cuddling one of the kitten foster cases in the clinic office regularly,” SAHS Associate Shelter Veterinarian Traci Gilbert said. “He is very friendly and generally a happy, energetic boy despite his previous injury.”

Everyone at the shelter has been falling in love with this adorable, affectionate boy and has noticed how the loss of his leg has not stopped him from playing and getting around.

If you are interested in adopting Groot and giving him the home he deserves, please visit SAhumane.org/adopt.



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