Jack, a 2-year-old French Bulldog who has been in the MSPCA's care since last month, is undergoing multiple major surgeries to improve his health and mobility stemming for a series of leg issues.

The pup was surrendered to the animal rescue organization on Nov. 11 due to his previous owner experiencing housing issues, according to the MSPCA-Angell in a news release.

"We do a lot of work through all our programs -- like Community Outreach and our Community Clinics -- to try to keep pets in homes with the people who love them, but sometimes that's just not possible," said Mike Keiley, the MSPCA-Angell vice president of animal protection, in a statement.

"Jack had some problems with his mobility when he came to us," Keiley added. "He had hip dysplasia, meaning his hip joints didn't develop normally, which is a congenital issue."

On Dec. 12, Jack underwent a "femoral head ostectomy," or FHO, which is a surgery meant to improve the use of his left hind leg and reduce pain for him.

Keiley noted that since Jack is a brachycephalic dog -- characteristic of his breed's smushed in faces -- that surgeries are "more complex" because there are "more risks for them with anesthesia."

Keiley credited Jack's access to the MSPCA's "world-class" veterinarians with easing this process. However, his hip dysplasia is not the only issue Jack has.

"Jack's front left leg is severely disfigured," Keiley said. "It's actually turned 180 degrees and not only completely unusable, but also causing him discomfort."

The MSPCA said its veterinarians suspect that the disfigurement may have been caused by a bone fracture that did not heal properly.

Due to the inability to fix the injury, the MSPCA will amputate Jack's malformed leg. Keiley explained that in order to do that, his hip dysplasia surgery was required first so he can use his hind legs with stability.

"He may also need an additional surgery on his hind legs in the future," Keiley added. "But right now, our biggest concern is the twisted front leg."

The MSPCA said Jack's second surgery to undergo amputation will happen "in the coming weeks."

All told, Jack's care and surgeries are expected to cost roughly $10,000, Keiley said. Those interested in donating to the MSPCA to help offset the costs of Jack's care this holiday season can do so via the organization's website.

Keiley noted that bulldogs are a popular breed, but that overbreeding has resulted in "really complex and expensive congenital issues like Jack's."

He said that the costs of these issues is then put onto owners and shelters causing "additional strain."

While not currently available for adoption, Jack is currently in foster care recuperating from his first surgery.

The MSPCA said that his foster family describe him as "friendly with people" and that he "loves playing with their other dogs, as well as their children."

Keiley expects Jack will be ready for adoption some time between early-to-mid January 2025. Those interested in adopting Jack should monitor the MSPCA's social media channel for updates regarding his availability, the organization said.