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A dog's customized pink wheelchair worth $800 was stolen. An organization stepped in to replace it

St. Cloud • Florida

WLKY • August 28, 2026

A dog's customized pink wheelchair worth $800 was stolen. An organization stepped in to replace it

Baby, a senior hospice resident pit bull in St. Cloud, Florida, relies on a customized pink wheelchair to navigate her rare neurological condition, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis. The wheelchair, valued at $800, was stolen from her foster home's porch on August 19, leaving her mobility severely compromised. The Pittie Party of Central Florida, a nonprofit organization, shared the incident on social media, highlighting Baby's need for a specific type of wheelchair to maintain her balance and stability. In response to the theft, the organization created a giant lawn sign that read 'SOMEONE STOLE HER WHEELCHAIR' to raise awareness in the neighborhood. Fortunately, Ruck9, an organization dedicated to assisting disabled animals with mobility equipment, stepped in to provide Baby with a new wheelchair, ensuring she can continue to live comfortably and independently.

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