Ohio State Veterinary Medical Center Helps Ebby Heal After Traumatic Injury
Ebby’s story began in 2019 in Zaleski, Ohio, where a dedicated woman runs a home-based rescue in a county without a shelter. Ebby, a sweet dachshund, was just 2.5 years old when she was surrendered by a breeder for not producing puppies. She had never known life outside a cage—never felt grass beneath her paws—until she arrived at the rescue.
Initially, Ebby was spoken for, so her future family adopted another dachshund named Boujee. But fate had other plans. When Ebby’s adoption fell through due to misguided advice that older dogs can’t be trained, her future opened up again. And this time, it led her home.
At first her new family was worried about how she would adjust with another rescue in the house, but the moment Ebby saw Boujee in the car on adoption day was touching. Boujee crawled across the seat and gently rested her head on Ebby. Coming from the same shelter it’s hard to say whether they’re sisters, mother and daughter, or simply soulmates, but their bond is unbreakable. They’ve been inseparable ever since.
Though both dogs remain shy and skittish—understandable given their early trauma—their family is committed to giving them a life filled with love, comfort, and healing.
That commitment was tested when, after 2.5 years of peaceful coexistence, Ebby was severely injured by the family’s Great Dane. It was a Sunday, and with their local vet unavailable, they rushed to The Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center—an institution they’ve trusted since a beloved rescue named Mickey was treated there years ago.
Ebby arrived in shock, her back torn open. The team at Ohio State acted immediately, admitting her to the ICU. What was expected to be a short stay turned into two weeks, as Ebby battled through pain, surgery, and a serious infection. But through it all, she received expert, compassionate care. Her family was updated twice daily and reassured every step of the way.
Today, Ebby is healing at home, enjoying the quiet comfort of her favorite place—her family’s lap. She may not be the most active pup, but she is deeply loved. Her prognosis is good, and her family is hopeful for many more years with her by their side.