New York, NY – A tiny, elderly dog left abandoned in Central Park has become the center of a heartwarming rescue story — and the Upper West and East Side communities are coming together to save her life.
Now named Lady, this fragile senior pup was discovered trembling and alone before being taken in by Christine Walsh, a longtime dog lover who couldn’t walk away from the heartbreaking sight.
“I became the human mom to a beautiful, elderly, and fragile dog who was discarded like garbage,” Christine shared.
Lady’s recovery has been nothing short of a miracle. After being rescued, she received an outpouring of support from local dog owners, especially fellow Central Park dog mom Rashmita Redkar, who offered to cover half of Lady’s medical bills just hours after meeting her.
Veterinary exams revealed that Lady — estimated to be over 15 years old — suffers from arthritis, probable benign lymphoma, hearing loss, damaged teeth, and likely neurological issues. An emergency fever spike sent her to the Animal Medical Center (AMC), where she was later believed to have had a stroke.
At first, the prognosis was grim, and her care team aimed to give her a peaceful and comfortable final chapter. But Lady had other plans.
Her resilience surprised even the veterinarians. With daily visits from Christine and Rashi, Lady’s energy surged, and her oncologist reevaluated her for chemotherapy. To everyone’s amazement, she was approved for treatment. After receiving her first dose of Elspar chemo, Lady responded beautifully.
Now on a treatment plan including CHOP chemotherapy — commonly used in canine lymphoma — Lady continues to fight with grace and grit. Her story has captivated hearts across the city.
With medical costs already nearing $13,000 and more treatment ahead, Christine is asking for help to give Lady the care she deserves in her twilight years. Donations of any size make a difference, and even sharing Lady’s story can help keep her journey going. Lady’s GoFundMe Fundraiser
Lady may have been abandoned once, but now she’s surrounded by love, determination, and a growing circle of support cheering her on through every step.