{"id":2908,"date":"2026-04-26T13:18:21","date_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:18:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/?p=2908"},"modified":"2026-04-26T13:18:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T13:18:21","slug":"rescued-from-chains-zero-finds-hope-and-a-new-beginning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/rescued-from-chains-zero-finds-hope-and-a-new-beginning\/","title":{"rendered":"Rescued from Chains, Zero Finds Hope and a New Beginning"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\">\n<div class=\"mashsb-box\">\n<div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>When Aria Keilbach came across a distressed dog chained in his owner\u2019s yard, the sight left her deeply saddened. The underfed dog, desperately searching the ground for any scraps of food, tugged at her heart.<\/p>\n<p>As a co-founder of Boonie Babies, a rescue and rehabilitation center, Keilbach knew she had to act. She reported the situation to animal control, and following their investigation, the dog\u2019s owners agreed to surrender him. The rescuers then brought him to a shelter where he was given the name Zero. Freed from neglect, Zero began to harbor hopes of finding a loving home.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-190356\" src=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Woman-Shocked-To-Find-A-Starving-Pup-Chained-To-A-Tree-In-A-Yard-Steps-In-To-Save-His-Life-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" alt=\"As a co-founder of Boonie Babies, a resc...\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>A few days later, Keilbach went to the shelter, intending to give treats to dogs on the euthanasia list. When she stopped by Zero\u2019s kennel, he instantly recognized her voice and approached. Initially, he seemed apprehensive, but soon his tail started to wag, responding to Keilbach\u2019s affection. When she took him out for a walk, the joy in Zero\u2019s eyes was evident, and his playful antics expressed his gratitude.<\/p>\n<p>Mindful that Zero was at risk of being euthanized, Keilbach made the heartfelt decision to bring him to her rescue facility. \u201cHe looked at me with such adoration and hope I couldn\u2019t leave him that day any more than I could leave him starving on a chain,\u201d Keilbach shared in a TikTok post.<\/p>\n<div id=\"daily-1776866d854fa88c71c827abc6e31f61\" class=\"daily-1776866d854fa88c71c827abc6e31f61 daily-after-para\">\n<div id=\"daily-3482284900\" class=\"daily-after-para daily-entity-placement\">\n<div id=\"daily-1855671144\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-190355\" src=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-starving-dog-on-a-chain-2.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-starving-dog-on-a-chain-2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-starving-dog-on-a-chain-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-starving-dog-on-a-chain-2-100x150.jpg 100w\" alt=\"Known for being affectionate, Zero thriv...\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Once at the rescue, Zero enjoyed a hearty meal prepared by Keilbach and then visited the vet for a thorough check-up. In addition to being underweight, the veterinarian diagnosed him with ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis, diseases transmitted by ticks. Nevertheless, under Keilbach\u2019s loving care, Zero is showing improvement each day.<\/p>\n<p>Known for being affectionate, Zero thrives on snuggles and kisses from his rescuer. Although he has a long recovery ahead, his progress is steady. Once fully rehabilitated, Zero will begin the search for a permanent, loving family.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no doubt that this charming dog will win over the hearts of a family ready to provide him with endless love and care.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-190351\" src=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-woman-strokes-the-dogs-chin-1-1.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-woman-strokes-the-dogs-chin-1-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-woman-strokes-the-dogs-chin-1-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-woman-strokes-the-dogs-chin-1-1-100x150.jpg 100w\" alt=\"Extra image from article\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-190354\" src=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/playful-starving-dog-1-1.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/playful-starving-dog-1-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/playful-starving-dog-1-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/playful-starving-dog-1-1-100x150.jpg 100w\" alt=\"Extra image from article\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-190352\" src=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-man-sits-on-a-chair-and-caresses-a-starving-dog-1-1.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-man-sits-on-a-chair-and-caresses-a-starving-dog-1-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-man-sits-on-a-chair-and-caresses-a-starving-dog-1-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/a-man-sits-on-a-chair-and-caresses-a-starving-dog-1-1-100x150.jpg 100w\" alt=\"Extra image from article\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" \/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-190353\" src=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-girl-sits-on-the-grass-and-cuddles-with-her-posm-1-1.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-girl-sits-on-the-grass-and-cuddles-with-her-posm-1-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-girl-sits-on-the-grass-and-cuddles-with-her-posm-1-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/dailybbnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-girl-sits-on-the-grass-and-cuddles-with-her-posm-1-1-100x150.jpg 100w\" alt=\"Extra image from article\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-background\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When Aria Keilbach came across a distressed dog chained in his owner\u2019s yard, the sight [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2909,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2908","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2908","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2908"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2908\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2910,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2908\/revisions\/2910"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2909"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2908"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2908"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ttnews.shop\/18\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2908"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}