During months of recovery, Champ, a 3-year-old bull terrier, stole hearts everywhere with his heroic story of recovery from one of the worst incidents the Williamson County shelter had seen. He was officially adopted by his foster, Officer John Schultz, January 13. He wore his best tuxedo, much to the delight of the crowd assembled to see him formally begin his new life.
Last August, Champ was allegedly dragged and run over after falling from the truck he was chained to, resulting in lacerations, burns, and a broken pelvis. Officer Schultz was on duty that night in Round Rock and said it was difficult to see.
Champ underwent multiple surgeries and countless treatments to help his burns heal and his skin grow back. His medical needs were supported by community donations to Jane’s Fund, the shelter’s medical fund specifically devoted to animals in need of emergency and special medical care.
Champ is now living a life any dog might envy. Officer Schultz lives on a 135-acre cattle farm in Florence, and Champ will be the newest in his pack of six other dogs.
In honor of Champ’s Day, the community is encouraged to support Jane’s Fund, the shelter’s medical fund. Donations are graciously accepted in person at the shelter, and online, by clicking the donate button at the top right corner of wilcopets.org.
The honorable Judge Evelyn McLean adjudicated the ceremony, then moved the party to the WCRAS Adoption Center Lobby across the street to share with other shelter animals.
For information or to view adoptable pets, go to
Pets.wilco.org.