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Bond of Healing: Amputee Man Adopts Injured Dog

9/9/2025

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Cleo, formerly Mika, was adopted by Zack Monticello, an Arizona man who also lost a limb.
Rescued by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, Cleo underwent leg amputation after being shot.
Monticello, who lost his arm in a 2024 UTV crash, felt a deep connection with Cleo.
Their bond fosters mutual healing, noted Sgt. Gary Miller from the MASH Unit.
The sheriff's office remains dedicated to caring for other adoptable animals.

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Story summary

Cleo, formerly Mika, was adopted by Zack Monticello, an Arizona man who also lost a limb.
Rescued by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, Cleo underwent leg amputation after being shot.
Monticello, who lost his arm in a 2024 UTV crash, felt a deep connection with Cleo.
Their bond fosters mutual healing, noted Sgt. Gary Miller from the MASH Unit.
The sheriff's office remains dedicated to caring for other adoptable animals.