A stray dog, once described as the “ugliest” the rescuer had ever seen, was found sitting by the roadside.

Many might have suggested the dog be put down, but this little survivor proved he still had a strong will to live.

As soon as he was picked up, the dog lifted his head and greeted his rescuer with a smile.

Despite his rough start, the dog showed remarkable determination to recover. With each passing day, his true appearance began to shine through.

His once shabby coat gradually revealed patches of orange fur, followed by beautiful white markings.

Now, as he’s been named, Raleigh is ready to meet his perfect forever family. Watching his transformation is truly heartwarming. Be sure to check out the full video to see his journey!

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