A touching tale of a dog named Shiva, who was rescued from a life of neglect, has captured the hearts of internet users. Previously malnourished and overlooked, Shiva's fortunes were transformed when Reddit user LaurenZNe welcomed her into a loving home. The story of Shiva's remarkable turnaround was shared on the BeforeNAfterAdoption subreddit by LaurenZNe, along with photos that showcase the dog's incredible recovery.

The images trace Shiva's progress from a skeletal frame to a picture of joy and vitality, demonstrating how much she's flourished under care. One particularly endearing photo shows Shiva contentedly sitting in a car, sporting an ear-to-ear grin, while another captures her relaxing at home with what appears to be other family pets. LaurenZNe captioned her Reddit post with heartfelt words: "Shiva's first year of life was spent chained and starved, but now she's healthy and loved! She is also the best roadtrip partner ever.".

This inspiring story of redemption has resonated deeply with the Reddit community, earning over 2,500 upvotes and a flood of comments praising Shiva's revival. Users have been effusive in their admiration, leaving comments such as: "She is gorgeous. Thank goodness for her new life, she shines happiness now" and "What beautiful eyes she has! Really filled out too. Great job.". Redditors were left in sheer amazement at the transformation of the dog, with comments flooding in like: "That's a different dog! Looks so good" and another user expressing their astonishment: "Omg! That chonker is unrecognisable. Bless you a million more for saving her.".

The outpouring of affection didn't stop there, as someone else gushed: "Omg what a glow up. You did a wonderful job saving her. She is so full of love.". In the heartwarming after-photos, Shiva beams at the camera, her newfound joy evident. Dogster, the go-to online resource for dog aficionados, has shared some eye-opening figures about pet adoption in the UK. They reveal that Britain is a nation of animal enthusiasts, with over 30 million pets residing in roughly 57% of homes. Those considering purchasing a pooch from a breeder should brace themselves for prices ranging from £400 to an eye-watering £3,000, Dogster advises.

However, Dogster also highlights a concerning pattern: last year, approximately 13% of households parted ways with a pet, with canines topping the list of animals surrendered. Post-lockdown, as people returned to their workplaces, the challenge of caring for pets became too much for some, resulting in the relinquishment of the companions they had adopted during the days of remote work. Given that dogs are the preferred pet for many, it's unsurprising they're the ones most frequently given up, particularly since they demand more care than other pets, including regular walks and greater interaction with their owners, as noted by Dogster.