Riona’s story began with a nightmare: last June in Nutbush, Tennessee, she was discovered running down a street engulfed in flames, her body soaked in gasoline and her life hanging in the balance. Through all her suffering, her spirit remained unbroken—and one year later, she’s heading into a future filled with hope.
The horror of that day
Riona’s rescue team and veterinary staff were met with a tragic scene. Found in excruciating pain with fourth-degree burns covering most of her body, deep tissue damage, and one ear burned off, she epitomized trauma. But swift action from neighbors and Tails of Hope Dog Rescue ensured she survived that…..