When Maverick had a bad reaction to a vaccine, his legs completely stopped working. The vet thought Maverick would never walk again.
But the adorable pup, who could still wag his tail and smile, was determined to regain the use of his legs. His mom, Leslie Gallagher, was eager to help.
Maverick spent four hours at rehab every day. Although he occasionally became distracted, like all playful puppies do, he worked really hard to strengthen his legs.
Two months after starting rehab, Maverick proudly stood on his own. Despite this milestone, his work was far from over. For the next two months, he continued working tirelessly to walk unassisted. He swam several miles daily and did exercises with the rehabilitation trainers.
Finally, Maverick proved his naysayers wrong and took his first steps without any help. Soon after that, he began running, and he’s been unstoppable ever since!
Maverick’s story of resilience and dedication reminds us that no animal deserves to be given up on, and with hard work and dedication, we can do the impossible.

Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to help Maverick.May God bless all of you.!!!KISSES MAVERICK !!!WE LOVE YOU!!
So touching & heart-warming to watch!
A heart-warming story with a Very happy ending. Bless everyone that helped this pup and persevered.
Vets are Way too quick to recommend euthanasia.
Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to help Maverick.
Best wishes and good luck to Maverick and his owners.
Thanks for sharing a wonderful story of hope, courage and wonders. GO MAVERICK YOU ARE JUST A ADORABLE BIG BABY BOY!! WE LOVE YOU!!
Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to help save Maverick.
BEST WISHES AND GOOD LUCK TO MAVERICK AND HIS OWNERS !
Thanks for sharing…………a wonderful story.
Oh Maverick. You’re a hero.
Beautiful — thank you — HE DID IT!
Marvellous Maverick. Marvellous people involved. So heart warming
Sooooo delighted for Maverick. Marvellous people involved.
You go, Maverick! Thanks to all the patient and loving rehabilitation trainers, Maverick is himself again. And thanks to all for sharing this wonderful story and video. May God bless all of you.
The little thing had the guts of a giant! A lesson to us all!
Maverick is a brave little (now big lol) guy, learning to walk after paralysis is very difficult…I’ve learned to walk after a spinal cord injury. I’m so proud of him and his smile at the end of this video is priceless!! Go go, Maverick!! Much love, hugs, & kisses, sweet puppy! π
Magnifique histoire! Il existe des gens merveilleux sur terre! Merci Γ eux !
I give huge credit to Leslie Gallagher for not giving up on sweet Maverick.
This shows what some time, and lots of TLC, can accomplish! <3
Good boy, Mav!
Maverick is a hero in my book. Thanku to his owner and those who worked with him. πΆππΎπππ
God bless all those who help animals in need. Grace and Favour blessing on Maverick and his family.
THIS IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL STORY!!! THANK YOU TO ALL THE AMAZING KIND HEARTED PEOPLE WHO HELPED MAVERICK WALK AGAIN…YOU LITERALLY SAVED HIS LIFE AND…BROUGHT BACK TO ME THE FACT THAT THERE IS STILL KIND HEARTED LOVING PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD. GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU AND ALL THE AMAZING BEAUTIFUL ANIMALS IN THIS WORLD.
Maverick is fabulous. What a brave & tenacious spirit! Thank God for all of Maverick’s caregivers. You are rockstars.
Well done Maverick. You are amazing! Thank you for all who so lovingly and patiently helped him. You also are amazing.
Great stories are always appreciated
The Galarneau Family