A local rescue dog will celebrate his first proper Christmas this year after being saved by a “secret Santa.”
An anonymous tip helped save Copper the beagle. PETA reports that fieldworkers found him shivering, wet, and tethered to a fence without food, water, or shelter from the elements. Copper had likely been left unattended outside for months.
PETAOnce Copper’s previous owner realized she would face a criminal cruelty-to-animals charge, the neglected puppy was surrendered to PETA.
After receiving veterinary care and spending a brief time in a foster home, Copper found a new forever home.
Copper the beagle is now recovering with his new owners, Katherine Sullivan and Daniel Paden, both newlyweds. He enjoyed a stroll through a botanical garden light show and a holiday parade to celebrate the season. His Christmas presents included plenty of dog treats.
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