Frosty, one of the 10 Shiba Inu puppies abandoned at a Largo park, is in critical condition with sepsis.

LARGO, Fla. — One of the 12 dogs abandoned at a Largo park earlier this month is now fighting for his life.

Pawlicious Poochie Pet Rescue shared video of “Frosty,” one of the purebred Shiba Inu puppies, getting a blood transfusion on Sunday. As of Tuesday evening, the rescue said Frosty remains in critical condition with sepsis.

The other nine puppies and two adult dogs are recovering from parvovirus, a highly contagious and often deadly disease. Rescuers said the dogs are expected to be ready for parvo vaccinations on Friday.

The dogs were found on the morning of Friday, Dec. 19, at Taylor Park. Officials said nine puppies were in a plastic storage bin while the two adult dogs were roaming nearby. A tenth puppy, later named Frosty, was found two days later in worse condition than the others.

“They literally were on death’s doorstep,” Jamie McKnight, who runs Pawlicious Poochie Pet Rescue, said.

Veterinarians also discovered last week that Frosty has a severely broken leg, an injury that cannot be addressed until he stabilizes.

“We’re doing everything we can,” McKnight said. “Whatever it takes to save him, that’s what we’re doing.”

Pawlicious Poochie Pet Rescue partnered with Skyway Animal Hospital to take in all twelve dogs. Their story has gained attention on social media, helping raise donations to support treatment expected to cost tens of thousands of dollars.

“Everyone’s just really invested in making sure these dogs survive,” McKnight said. “I think it’s so beautiful.”

While Frosty’s condition remains uncertain and the other dogs still face weeks of recovery, rescuers say their goal now extends beyond survival and toward eventual adoption into permanent homes.

Largo police are still searching for the people responsible for dumping the dogs at the park. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Largo Police Department’s non-emergency number at 727-587-6730.

You can find more information about how to donate to the dogs’ recovery on the Pawlicious Poochie Pet Rescue Facebook page.