It is a miracle that I am alive!

Update: Peterbilt was adopted on December 14th!

A trucker swerved at the last moment to barely avoid smashing the little white ball of fur lying in the middle of a freeway on-ramp.

He pulled over to make sure he had avoided hitting the dog. He realized the dog was still alive, but he had previously been struck by a vehicle and was in shock.

The trucker carefully removed him from the street and brought him to us hoping there was a chance to save the dog's life.

Both of his back legs were severely broken/crushed and could not be fixed simply with a cast or general operation.

We turned for help to an extraordinarily generous supporter. She whisked him to an advanced care specialist hospital, and after extensive treatment, they repaired both of his legs. She also paid for his ongoing therapy sessions to help him recover as much use of his legs for normal walking and functioning as possible.

Peterbilt - we named him in honor of the trucker who took the compassionate first step in saving his life - is recovering well.

Peterbilt is a spunky, animated Maltese mix. He is neutered and about 2 years of age.

Today, after many weeks of treatment and tender care, he is ready for adoption into a loving, very committed home.

Peterbilt demands lots of attention and reassurance. He cries and whines if you even dare to think of ignoring him.

He is fine with other gentle dogs (who must not jump on him while he is recovering) and he needs regular grooming care, so be sure to budget plenty extra for quarterly grooming care.

Peterbilt's adoption into a forever home will complete the miracle, which began with the decency of a trucker, then bloomed thanks to a Nevada SPCA supporter who paid for the care necessary to give him the golden opportunity for a bright, hopeful future with a loving family.