Regrettably, some individuals resort to using negative labels to criticize others, disregarding the fact that nobody should belittle someone based on their physical attributes. This principle should extend beyond just humans and encompass all living beings, even animals.
All creatures, regardless of their dissimilarities, deserve acceptance for who they are. Regrettably, not everyone grasps this concept, and some people are fixated on judging appearances under specific circumstances, despite the fact that appearances aren’t something individuals can control.
Allow me to introduce you to Alan, an adorable one-year-old Boxer with a unique twist. Alan was born with a genetic condition that gives his nose a charming crookedness, causing it to tilt to the right when he sniffs around.
Alan’s journey started when Johanna Handley, a 41-year-old animal lover from Godalming, England, came across him abandoned in Doha, Qatar. She decided to rescue him and make him a part of her family.
“Others may say whatever they want, but Alan is a cherished member of our family, and we know he’s incredibly endearing and genuinely exceptional,” Johanna affectionately adds.
Johanna was apprehensive about her furry friend being subjected to hurtful judgments, so she came up with a brilliant idea: creating a social media account to counteract the negativity. Thus, Alan the Wonky Dog was born, a platform aimed at reaching out to those who might be critical of Alan’s appearance.
“I’ve received my fair share of negative comments about Alan’s looks. Some have even offered to fund surgery to ‘fix’ his face, but that’s not something we want for him,” Johanna explains.
Alan has become a sensation on social media, garnering more than 141,000 followers and over a million likes on his posts. Johanna’s mission has been to showcase the beauty within Alan, transcending his external appearance. She advocates for the adoption of special-needs rescue dogs, emphasizing that they too deserve lives filled with love and care.
“I consulted a vet about surgery because I wanted what’s best for his future, but the vet assured me he’s perfectly healthy. Breaking and fixing his nose and jaw would cause unnecessary pain for something that’s already lovely. It’s just not worth putting him through that,” Johanna shares.
Johana has bravely stood up against criticism, responding with love and care for her furry companion. The comments and messages she receives have been overwhelmingly positive since she started the social media account.
“He’s won everyone’s hearts,” Johana proudly states.
Johana finds solace in knowing she saved Alan. He’s now an inseparable part of her family.
Alan’s story is deeply touching; let’s join forces to help Johanna spread the message about adopting these wonderfully unique dogs. By sharing his story, we can encourage others to embrace and cherish all creatures, no matter their appearances.
