This is the story of the remarkable Bullet, a 2-year-old pitbull that fought to the bone to escape from a snare. The snare caught onto Bullet’s right hind leg, trapping him in the bush without food or water.
Bullet is no stranger to nine days away from home due to snares. In 2021, the pitbull found his way home after being trapped in the bush with a snare around his neck for nine days. Once he returned, he received immediate medical attention. His wounds healed well, and he fully recovered, with the only signs of his trauma being a few white hairs where the scar had formed.
Bullet’s owners reached out in desperate need of help after Bullet had disappeared again for nine days but finally returned with a shocking snare injury.
To escape the snare – Bullet chewed off his lower leg and then returned home to his owners.
This incredible determination to survive brought Bullet back to our practice at Van Wijk Street Vet, where we were met with tail wags, soft licks, and exhausted gratitude. The tenderness of this dog’s nature only amplified the awe and respect all staff felt towards him. His spirit fought tooth and nail to return to his family regardless of what it would cost him.
Bullet was stabilised, and once he was strong enough for the anaesthetic, he underwent surgery to remove the remaining infected bone and tissue.
Bullet is already fully mobile and at home recovering with his family. Thanks to the vets at Van Wijk Street Vet, Bullet can take another shot at life.
