12 dogs with disabilities who are living their best lives

Gabbi ShawJul 10, 2020, 19:24 IST

Lady Bug lost both of her eyes to glaucoma.Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Alex Cearns is an Australian photographer who focuses on capturing animals with disabilities.
She released a book called "Perfect Imperfection: Dog Portraits of Resilience and Love" in March 2018.
From a dog that lost both its eyes to glaucoma to two dogs zipping around in wheelchairs, these inspirational pups will melt your heart.

Alex Cearns, an Australian photographer, published "Perfect Imperfection: Dog Portraits of Resilience and Love," a book filled with inspirational stories of dogs that have overcome adversity, in March 2018.

"One of my most passionate aims as an animal photographer is to capture the adorable subtleties that make all creatures precious and unique," Cearns said. "I love every animal I have the privilege of photographing, but those perceived as 'different' hold a special place in my heart."

Keep scrolling to see these inspirational pups.

Reuben and Keisha both have paralyzed back legs — but their wheelchairs helped them stay the same fun-loving dogs they've always been.

Reuben (left) and Keisha (right). Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Dotty had her eye removed after a melanoma was discovered, but the day she got home from her surgery, she was already up and running.

Dotty. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Bali Pip is a "cute, inquisitive and playful pup," who was rescued by the Bali Animal Welfare Association.

Bali Pip. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Jessie, whose back legs were paralyzed in a freak accident, has a need for speed when she has her wheels on.

Jessie. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Oompah's story begins with a heartbreaking case of neglect, but her love and strength led to her to getting adopted.

Oompah. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Jakk was found in the trash when he was only a few days old, probably due to his deformed front legs, which got him the nickname "T-Rex" and "Kangaroo."

Jakk. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Raul had a disc rupture, resulting in paralysis, but makes his family "laugh all the time with his quirky personality." They say he doesn't even realize his handicap.

Raul. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Vegemite was attacked by another dog and lost his eye, but loves watching TV with his family.

Vegemite. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Bandit had a huge scar on his head from an unknown incident that "required" nightly head massages.

Bandit. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Lady Bug lost both of her eyes to glaucoma, but "blindness has barely slowed her down."

Lady Bug. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

Penny's puppies were born hairless, affected by a skin condition that went untreated on their mother, but they are now happy and healthy.

Penny's two puppies. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

When Aryah was adopted she was "so weak and so sick," but she got better every day, and her owners call her "perfect."

Aryah. Courtesy of Alex Cearns

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