Adopting a rescue dog can be daunting because you never quite know what you're signing yourself up for - but what's certain is you're changing a life.
A kindhearted woman has nursed a neglected dog back to full health - and discovered her breed in the process.
Jessi Sova was called to help a husky mix, originally named Natasha, after she was picked up by LightShine Canine, a rescue dedicated to stray and unwanted dogs.