🌟 Meet Pepper, the resilient little warrior who deserves nothing but love and a safe, cozy home! 🌈 After being rescued from a place of neglect, he’s ready to start a brand new chapter in his life. This sweet soul had a significant ulcerated mass removed, and during his grooming, it was discovered that he had spiders and other critters hiding in his matted fur. Talk about a survivor! 🕷️✂️ Not only that, but our dear Pepper is also dealing with dry eye and has a few masses that are under evaluation—but undeterred, he’s ready to face the world with a wagging tail and a heart full of hope! 💖 Now, here's where Pepper’s story takes a heartwarming turn. He’s looking for a forever foster in either San Diego or Orange County, which means that you can provide him a loving home while his medical expenses are covered by the incredibly thoughtful folks at Lionel's Legacy through their participating vets. Isn’t that a beautiful thing? 🌻✨ Imagine the joy of giving Pepper the love and care he’s been missing all this time! If you’re looking for a special companion who’s brimming with courage and will reward your love tenfold, Pepper is waiting just for you! And while Pepper's journey does have a few bumps, he’s packed with personality and resilience that will bring a smile to your face. So why not take a leap of faith and change his life forever? ❤️ To step into the incredible journey of adopting this sweetheart, you must apply through the Buddy App! 🐾 Let’s make Pepper’s dreams come true together! 🥰