Abused Ecuadorian Dog “Lucky” Joins Blue Magazine Team

Abused Ecuadorian Dog “Lucky” Joins Blue Magazine Team
By George Beck, Ph.D.

”Humanity's true moral test, its fundamental test, consists of its attitude towards those who are at its mercy: animals." – Milan Kundera

Beaten with a bat and left for dead is how our publisher Daniel Del Valle’s parents, Ricardo and Mercedes, found a pup on the streets of Ecuador—a society where lots of dogs and cats roam the streets. The tiny animal had a hole in his head, was bleeding, and was full of maggots. As Ricardo and Mercedes wondered what kind of savage would do such a thing to a helpless animal, they decided to rescue him and name him “Lucky.” 

In an environment where injured street animals are euthanized regularly, Ricardo and Mercedes took Lucky in and nursed him back to health. At the same time, they made plans to bring him to New Jersey. Shortly after healing, Del Valle returned to Ecuador and picked Lucky up. He was now an energetic and playful dog who, although he had healed, has a visible scar on his head as a reminder of the emotional scars of an abusive early life. But things were changing quickly for Lucky. He took the flight to New Jersey, where his new life and job as the Blue Magazine office dog awaited. Quickly, Lucky adjusted well in his new environment. 

Since its inception, Blue Magazine has consistently promoted the loving and humane treatment of animals. As humans, we are given significant responsibility with dominion over the creatures of the land, sea, and air. We must be responsible with our power. We encourage anyone who knows of an animal being abused to contact their local authorities to bring the abuser to justice.

The Blue Magazine is proud to introduce Lucky as the newest member of our Blue Team! A special thank you goes out to Mercedes and Ricardo Del Valle for giving Lucky another chance at life.