✨ Meet Batal, a name that means 'hero' in Arabic, and oh boy, is it ever fitting! This remarkable soul has been through the unthinkable and emerged with a heart full of gratitude and love. 🦸‍♂️ When rescuers discovered Batal in Jordan, it was a heartbreaking scene. This gentle furball had faced unimaginable cruelty—half of his face was gone, he was severely underweight, and standing felt like a monumental challenge. 🤕 It turns out, Batal had been shot at close range, shattering part of his face and jaw, and the outlook was grim. The veterinarians suggested euthanasia, but the dedicated rescue team said, "Just one more day!" And wouldn’t you know it, the very next morning, Batal defied the odds by standing up and munching on some food! 🥳 From that moment on, he became a warrior. After careful evaluation, surgeons worked their magic to rebuild his face, and guess what? The operation was a grand success! 🎉 After weeks of recovery at the hospital, Batal was moved to a boarding facility, where he learned to navigate life with a little less vision but a whole lot of spirit. Now at around 9 years old, Batal is an older gentleman with a gentle demeanor and a heart you can’t help but fall in love with. 💕 Despite all the hardship he’s faced, he’s incredibly calm and forgiving. He’s a low-energy kind of guy who adores quiet companionship and simply being near his favorite humans. Even with his partially impaired vision, Batal is living life fully, soaking in every moment of love and laughter. This handsome lad is neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. His spirit remains unbroken, and his resilience teaches us about strength in the face of adversity. Now, all Batal desires is a peaceful home where he can relish his golden years, surrounded by warmth, comfort, and all the love he’s fought so hard for. 🏡 Fostering to adopt is an option, and affectionate souls like Batal deserve every ounce of love! 💖 So, if your heart feels that familiar tug, remember: **to apply to adopt Batal, you MUST submit your application through the Buddy App!** Get in there and experience the joy of sharing a story of resilience and love!