Puptastic Update: Abandoned Puppy Hit By Train Lost Both Hind Legs And An Eye- Teen Charged

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A 17-year-old faces charges after authorities say he abandoned a puppy animal rescuers are calling a miracle after the animal was hit by a train in Hamilton but survived.

“Trooper” lost both hind legs and an eye when he was struck March 13, according to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.

The 17-year-old admitted to abandoning Trooper and his sibling at a park in Lindenwald the same day the puppy was struck, Sheriff Richard Jones said.

“If the juvenile would have just taken the dogs to the shelter, Trooper may not be injured today," the sheriff said Monday. “I am sure Trooper will find a great forever home but his limited quality of life could have been prevented if this individual made a better decision.”

The teen was charged with cruelty and abandoning animals.

Trooper’s sibling was located.

Though Trooper is just starting down the road to rehabilitation, a veterinarian, Dr. Marlo Perich with the Care Center is hopeful that he will find a forever home that will work well with his special needs.

“He’s probably not a candidate for prosthetics. We did look into that as a potential option," Perich said. "He’s not going to have legs to walk on. A lot of those dogs can have a really great life just being in a (wheelchair).”

Teen charged with abandoning puppy struck by train in Hamilton

A 17-year-old has been charged for abandoning a dog that animal rescuers are calling a miracle after he was hit by a train in Hamilton but somehow survived the incident.

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He is becoming more active and playful with each passing day. His next vet appointment is this Thursday and it’s a BIG ONE! His sutures will come out and he will be fitted into his wheelchair and begin physical therapy. We’re so excited for Trooper! Stay tuned for more from Trooper this week!

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Spread the loveA teen is accused of abandoning a puppy who was hit by a train in Hamilton, Ohio. As reported by WHIO News, the authorities have identified a 17-year-old teenage boy as the person who abandoned the three-month-old pup, dubbed Trooper, on March 13. Trooper was struck by a train on...

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Aww he's cute

 

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Almost a year after a puppy survived being hit by a train in Hamilton, the pup, named Trooper, has become a staple in the community.

Trooper’s mom, Elizabeth Forman, says he’s living like a king these days alongside his fur-siblings, including his best bud, a dog named Felix.

Many of Trooper’s siblings have special needs just like him.

Forman says Trooper speeds through life in the fast lane, not letting anything slow him down despite his physical disabilities.

“He doesn’t suffer from depression," Forman said. “He doesn’t have any self-pity, and he’s actually learned to walk on his two front legs without his bottom touching the ground.”

When Trooper was hit by the train in March 2019, medical staffers worked tirelessly to save him. They amputated both of his back legs and removed one of his eyes. At the time, they were not sure he would make it. But he did, and one year later, he’s thriving.

“He’s had all the experiences," Forman said. "He’s had many more than the normal dog would ever have. He’s traveled. He’s met thousands of people. He’s raised donations.”

Forman says Trooper has become a face of adversity, inspiring people of all shapes and sizes to never give up on their hopes and dreams.

His Facebook page, The Trooper Telegraph, has more than 15,000 followers.

“He does extremely well with elderly people or people who are moving a little slower," Forman said. “So I think he provides intervention, psychological intervention on that level for sure.”

Trooper also devotes time to fighting animal abuse and bringing in donations. His fame, Froman says, has helped draw thousands for local organizations like Animal Friends Humane Society, the organization that first took him in.

“You see that instant gratification. Peoples’ eyes light up. They think he’s this great celebrity,” Forman said. “They’re like, ‘Oh my God, here he comes, here he comes!’ So that’s really the fun part of being out with him.”

Trooper is still young. He just turned one in December and celebrated with a birthday party. Forman says he is heading to puppy school soon.

As he ages, she explains Trooper may start to slow down. Until then, they are making plans to expand by launching a non-profit called “Trooper’s Treasures.”

It will be a way for Trooper to pay it forward, thanking those who did not give up on him by giving back.

“I love it. It’s great, and he’s doing good work, so I’m all on board with that," Forman said.

Puppy hit by Butler Co. train becomes community inspiration one year later

Trooper speeds through life in the fast lane, not letting anything slow him down despite his physical disabilities.

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Sweet pooch.
A-hole human needs a maiming.

 

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Sweet pooch.
A-hole human needs a maiming.

I vote for a back alley neutering