Popping Along Despite Funny Looks

One of my favorite rescue groups is Best Friends Animal Sanctuary located in Utah.  This rescue group works wonders and refuses to turn its back on any animal - regardless of its physical condition or personality "flaws." This group fought a judge for a possession of the most aggressive dogs in Michael Vick's possession when his dog fighting ring was dismantled - the dogs that no one else wanted.  I'm relaying today's story from them:

Poppy is a dog who recently came to Best Friends as a likely survivor of distemper.  She is aptly named as she "pops" all the time and looks like she's trying to dance.  Despite this disability, she loves to walk, play, cuddle and has a great time; it's almost as if she has no idea there is anything wrong with her.  Dogs like Poppy are an inspiration because even though she has nerve damage and she is a little bit different from all the other dogs, she doesn't let it affect the quality of her life.

Poppy is an amazing inspiration to people.  As humans, we can get so lost in what other people think about us, that we forget to live our lives to fullest.  Even though she may be "just" a dog, Poppy reminds us that our imperfections are only as disabling as we allow them to be.  In the end, we define ourselves, not other people, and no one can bring you down or elevate you like yourself.

So the next time you're feeling a little bit down on yourself, put a little pop in your step and think, "What would Poppy do?"

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