On July 3, a shocking discovery was made on a service road between Tractor Supply and Planet Fitness in Belchertown. Two good Samaritans came across a crate — and inside was a 2-year-old dog, later named Bagel, howling in distress.
The crate was filthy, filled with feces, and Bagel was clearly in pain. Rushed to safety by Belchertown Animal Control, she was immediately taken to the vet, where her suffering became even clearer. Bagel was diagnosed with a number of health issues, including painful double ear infections that had gone untreated.
Despite everything, Bagel’s spirit remains strong. With treatment, care, and love, she is now finally getting the chance at the life she deserves — one filled with comfort, compassion, and dignity.
No animal should ever be left to suffer like this. Bagel’s story is both heartbreaking and inspiring — a reminder of the difference kindness can make.