Alex is returning to full health after being saved. Warning: Some people may find these images distressing.
Alex the Weimaraner was found wandering the streets of New Orleans on 9 October in an emaciated and terrified state.
Staff from the city's Southern Animal Foundation rescue centre took him in immediately as it was clear the poor dog needed help fast.
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