Anatolian shepherd must be one of the most underrated dog breeds, they are really smart and just love people. They want to have a home and protect their family, it is literally coded into their genes. However it is true that they don't get along well with other pets and animals because of this because they see them as dangerous against their family. But you could train them to accept those pets as a part of family as well without much trouble. The most important thing with Anatolian shepherds and similar breeds you must make them understand you are the leader of herd not them then they wouldn't attack anything at all unless they are provoked badly..
Dogs aren't really people. They are animals onto which you can enjoy projecting your ego, and shower with love and attention that you wouldn't even give your own children. Pet products and services companies know this. --The Veterinarian's Son
I'm at a loss that people were judging this family for not keeping him. They fed him, took him to a vet & loved him until they could find him a forever home. That family is AWESOME! & I really wish more people would be like them in regards to stray animals.
Exactly and she specifically said that he didn't get along with her other pets. Why on earth would someone keep a stray pet that didn't get along with the current pets?
@@mikeh2129 Learn from my mistakes: Vet fees. My cat insurance is £65 per month. I can't really afford it - but I've only one pet to be responsible for, so I manage to pay it. Most pet insurers won't pay out for Dental work. Especially for elderly cats. Best part of a grand spent a couple of years ago for teeth removal / cleaning. Insurers would not pay out. My mother bailed me out financially. My point is, even if the dog in this clip _did_ get along with the other pets - the cost of caring for him throughout his lifetime was probably prohibitive. The kindest thing to do was to home him with somebody who could afford to keep him. The lady in this clip did the right thing, a thousand percent.
@@davidg.2217 What does being a "cocksucker" have anything to do with being kind and going above & beyond what most people would for the wellbeing of a stray animal?
the way he makes eye contact and kinda closes his eyes in a squint. it's a total sign of him being a good hearted trustworthy dog. the little wag and ears going up and down
Not keeping him shows incredible responsibility and love for the dog’s overall well-being. You are wonderful people and did a wonderful thing for the woman praying for such a dog. Kudos to you. 😊
But giving him to an elderly lady..does not.. It is a big dog needing a lot of exercise and she may not outlive the dog, meaning it will have to be rehomed again.
@@sueg2286 he might be what she needed, he can keep her energy up by her taking him out on walks and playing with him. Sadly if she does pass before him hopefully she already has someone who will take him in.
@@sueg2286 Stop with the ageism. You don't know that lady's situation. You heard little old lady and immediately went to alone, senile, weak, and frail. That lady might live with her family. She might be a body builder. She might come from a family that lives to 102. I have a friend from my spiritual group that's definitely a little old lady because she's in her 60s and short. She also walks 5 miles a day in less than an hour, strength trains everyday, works 30 hours a week at UPS, and cleans houses on the weekends. She has way more muscle in her back and arms then 80% of the 20 year guys I know and eats healthier than most athletes. So stop with the ageism and speaking on stuff you know nothing about.
@@ritalawson7020 I would not have given a dog like this to a “little old lady.” If the dog is young and she’s old, that situation could likely not end well. Plus he’s a bigger dog that needs exercise and regular walks, so I hope she has someone to help her with that, along with vet and groomer visits. Dogs are a big responsibility. That’s why older people tend to match better with cats, which are more independent.
@@calisongbird the problem is they were taking care of an extra dog for an extended duration that they never expected to. Imagine having 2 kids and suddenly out of kindness taking care of a random homeless kid. after taking care of the kid for that long, if a sweet old lady who appreciates the kid is willing to take him, she would ofc agree. she's probably been taking care of him on overtime for a very long time already and can't extend it forever. and remember he doesn't get along with her current 2 dogs and i think he's stealing from neighbours who were blaming her for it. meanwhile her family dynamics, neighbour relationships, and finances are bleeding because she decided to take care of him.
They found a lady who said he was the answers to her prayers. It’s a win win situation. Super story! Super dog and great lady for giving him the chance. ❤
The look on his face and his little tail wag while sitting in the chair is one of the cutest things I’ve seen. His joy at being discovered. I’m so happy he was able to find a home and I hope he’ll get the exercise he needs from the little old lady as described.
@@chrismorrison3375 I agree but hopefully someone will come along and offer to walk him or she will pay someone. Otherwise he will not be happy stuck inside a yard/house. That dog needs to MOVE! 🙂
@@ES11777 What is old? I read "this old lady" and then late sixties - I'm like What!! I'm my 70s, walk miles everyday plus other physical exercises, busy as can be and enjoy walking my two grand terrier dogs.
You should contact the owner. A dog that young will out live it's current owner. After a death, most family members just stake a big dog like that to the city run kill shelter and let them deal with it. You know how that goes? He shows any form of aggression to the plastic hand, he's quickly destroyed. Oh and yes, the city still uses the "plastic hand" to determine aggression.
There's NO shame in rehoming an animal that isn't happy with their current environment. This dog was happier in a single-dog household and you found him one. Kudos. A rescue home doesn't always mean a forever home; sometimes it means finding that forever home for them. In the mean-time, they just sought out help and you provided it. Much respect.
Exactly this is something I'd love to do, which is why I dream of living more rurally means I am not limited on what I can rescue by what the neighbours are willing to put up with and sadly a lot of rehoming sites and shelters get so full round holidays it's horrible that a lot of people can't respect and take on the responsibility they chose to bring into their home leading to shelters filling up, taking on animal they normally wouldn't deal with and animals popping up on streets, so I'd love to rescue and foster animals and anyone I keep could potentially depending on their attitude help me determine a good home for animals, like would they ever have the chance to get along with other dogs, other cats or other animals. Do they like big open spaces or prefer to be a couch potato. All things that are bonuses of me loving a variety of different animals, and any confident ones would be very helpful for other animals or really motherly animals can often benefits from raising smaller things like silkie chickens, some dogs or cats can be very motherly.
Yes!. Although I've ended up keeping dogs that way🤣 it really does depend on the dynamic true! I've had ones show up but can't keep them because of that
The fact you took in a dog that wasn't yours, *refused* to surrender him & instead found him a good home is beyond any expectation. Bless you and your family for the compassion you showed this wayward pupper!
Samething happened to my niece They came home from a trip and a Yorkie was sitting on their porch and ran up to them like he was theirs They did everything to find his owners even posted pictures in local paper Put it on the radio Filed a report with Sherriff Dept He adopted to his name she gave him just like it had always been his name considering he was a adult dog That was many yrs ago and he has been a part of our family ever since Everyone loves him
No one should ever criticize you for not keeping him! To take proper care of one pet is so expensive let alone 3. You went above and beyond to help Walker. Thank you for doing that!
Awww he just wanted a family. “This house looks nice, I’ll give them a try” That was really sweet of her to take the time and effort to care for him and find him a good home ❤️
I hope he didn't want a family. Because that'd be kind of disappointing that he ended up with a single old lady who likely doesn't have the energy, patience, or mental capacity required for a dog this young. More-so when you realize he'll likely outlive her...
@@Ki_Adi_Mundi I thought the same thing! I'm a little worried for his future. But his demeanor in the chair looked like he could be ok with it. It did make me worry though.
Stray cats come to my home all the time for food but they never stayed. One fluffy young one came and was so playful and loving but he won't leave. No one claims him. I will bring him to a shelter. We have a cat already.
It's a shame she feels the need to apologise for not keeping him. (I can only imagine the judgy online grief she got in thanks for her good deed). She did more for that dog than most people would, and the people spewing online. Even her neighbours didn't do much, they said he'd visited them too, they shut the door and carried on their day. They didn't take him in for a month, take him the vet, or find him a home. Plus she didnt make a stupid decision to keep him, so her existing pets would be miserable, and life difficult. This lady did all she could, the dog is safe and happy, and I salute her.
Exactly. People forget to realize the responsibility of taking care of a pet. It's not just cuddles and petting; you need to feed them, monthly/yearly vet visits, any medication they might need, daily walks and exercise, grooming, also training if the dog needs behavior corrected. And on top of this, most people work and have other responsibilities outside of home. I have one dog and I could NEVER imagine getting another dog to take care of. This lady already had TWO dogs so it's more than reasonable for her to give him to someone else.
@@Mar-pe9kx I agree. I did have 2 dogs until October. My elderly one sadly passed away. I worked out some years ago I spent more money monthly/annually on the dogs than any other regular bill. Don't get me wrong I was happy to. I chose to have them, so I also chose to look after them. You shouldn't get any pet on an emotional whim. It's a commitment in time and money and if you're short of either, you are short changing the animal and being selfish keeping it.... and keeping it from a happy life with someone else. This lady made the right choices for her and the dog. She did a great job.👍
@@Spike-ck5tj I totally agree because it might just turn out into a 10-15 year commitment and some marriages don't even last that long. Vet bills can be expensive. I've paid over $5k towards vet bills last year on my dog to get him surgery. Most people are not ready for that.
I'm not complaining but I'm going through the same situation. In august 2020 a nasty human dumped 2w old 2 female puppies(mixed breed,short legged) in a drainage. My mom and I rescued them and tried to find their mom but unfortunately we couldn't. Tried to find a foster/forever home since we already had a pet (11yo Male indie mix😘🐕🦺and doesn'tget along with others), but again failed. They're still with us😘🐶🐶In India people are breed specific. Rescueing is easy but These trolls don't understand how difficult it is to rehome. Mother nature bless you all🙏 #adoptdontshop #lovedogsnotbreeds #alllivesmatter #indies #bekind #stopanimalcruelty
I could see he was saying the chair was very comfortable, and he'd like to stay. That he was a good boi. I would do the same. Check for owner, and find a great home if I could.
The way the dog sat in the chair and wagged his tail around strangers proofs he is an actual pet/ house doggie. He could've been from someone living just a bit further away. It happened to us too. One day we came back from a trip and a dog was sitting on the stairs. We fed him and he stayed for a week and then disappeared. Months later we were walking by a property a thirty minute walk from our home and there he was. Barking at us and we recognized him.
Yes, it's sad to think someone is missing him, but they should've chipped him or given him a dog collar with a name tag/phone number. The woman in the video put up signs and did what she could but eventually the dog needed a new safe "forever home". Can't wait around for the first owners forever.
The way his tail never stopped once lets you know what a sweetie he is. You're great people to go to so much extra trouble to see to it that he was going to be ok. I get the feeling he was driven there by someone that had an idea that you would do what THEY should've...ensure he was well and appropriately homed. That was no stray you had sitting on your patio chair that morning.. too well fed, groomed and generally cared for and not fearful of strangers. That little old lady is getting a really nice life blessing. Bless you for making a great ending for all involved.
Similar situation happened to my late Mother several years ago. It was a VERY good thing for both Mom and the new found companion. Not going into details, but the dog (Sadie) saved Mom's life a couple times that I know of.
Omg his face sat on that chair begging to be allowed to stay there nice and comfy. In a harsh world he found a comfy cushion and didn't want to give up that spot. Bless this beautiful family for helping him.
A great home? She also said it was a “little old lady” and that this dog was 1-2 years old. That means she placed it in a home where the owner is highly likely to pass before the dog and then the dog will go through the trauma of being homeless again.
@@rockman4699 Sure ok 😂😂 a minute ago you were talking about prayer and now you are criticising someone with a valid concern because it doesn’t line up with your opinion. That would make you the negative one my friend, not to mention a hypocrite. Can’t I ask God for a long term forever home for this beautiful dog?
@@MrRickkramer I was making fun of your religiouness so I give a f**k about what an imaginary fairy says in an imaginary book. I prefer to use my brain. And if God was real, they'd never say such narcissist stuff as proclaimed in the Bible. It's a contradiction in itself. Bye.
I love how responsible the family was. It’d be so hard to realize you can’t keep a dog that the universe seems to have gifted out of thin air. But in the end, it seems like Walker appeared to them so they could deliver him to the lil lady that was praying for him ❤ this family was just a vessel of happiness and that’s so special.
@@yvetteandjorgenlarsen9753Believe it or not, the same exact thing happened to me a couple years ago. One day this dog just showed up at my doorstep and started following me around like it had been my dog its whole life. So you tell me, how is that not a gift from the universe?
@@henrlima87 i had a cat just appear at my house and stayed there. no one knew were the cat came from.... i had it for years.... thing is it was not my cat and the universe did not gift it to me. there is no such thing as an object gifting anyone or anything with anything
The fact that this woman acknowledged she wasn't in a position to take on another pet, demonstrates how responsible a pet owner she is! Hooray for her!
Hmm, I wonder if its because their dogs aren't socialized? Non-socialized dogs don't get along with others. The other reasons she gave were just BS, look at the house and backyard. If you don't want the dog just say you don't want it. Don't have to lie about it.
@@omarf.4146 THANK YOU!!! I thought I was the only one that was being cynical or judgmental. I could just tell something was up with this lady! She NEVER looked into the camera. She looked every which way but directly into the lens bc she knew she wasn't going to keep Walker! When she said she let TikTok name the dog I knew she wasn't invested. I could just hear her saying: "I finally got my house in order and on a routine. I am not taking on another thing!" Which is fine, but just like you said, "If you don't want the dog, just say you don't want the dog." Giving reasons like Kim Kardashian on why she got rid of the kitten Kanye gave her when they were dating.
@@CC-si3cr Yeah she definitely was making excuses on why she wasn't keeping him. Which is fine, she isn't obligated to keep the dog and she did enough in finding him a home. But the fact she gave a bunch of excuses shows deep down she felt guilty about it or there would be no need for excuses.
@@omarf.4146 I agree. It broke my heart. I'd never let that dog go. "he wasn't getting along with the other pets". If she wasn't cold hearted, she'd work on that. "Stealing things from the neighbors"? For Christ sake. Cold hearted b1tch, just say you don't want the dog. Let alone the fact that she just didn't do anything for days, letting him go over and over, and the puppy showed up again each morning.
Awwww. He was in the patio chair like "when is breakfast?" Lol. So glad the cute fella found a home. He was blessed to find a nice family to care for him in transition.
Being the stepping stone to a loving home is a wonderful blessing for an animal in need. No one can afford to keep every animal they rescue and help. You did a Wonderful job.
So much agree with that statement, this wonderful lady did absolutely everything in her power to help this baddy.. No need to feel any shame or pressure for not being able to keep this boy like forever.. And may God bless senior lady who took him in.. Very thankful to this humans.
@Praise Jesus, Repent or Likewise Perish stop forcing upon people with the religion, where the issue is not a religion at all. Its A LOT of sites that are ment for that stuff.
Why do people always assume that lost dogs don't already have a home? Are non dog owners completely unaware that running away and ending up at a neighbors house or elsewhere is normal and frequent behavior? All people on the internet care about is that they have a chance to look like a virtuous hero when they're only stealing a dog from their original home.
@@clevername8832 true but this owner from this video wasnt intentionally stealing it, she checked head to toe if the dog had a previous owner and even asked online publicly who did this dog belong to, therefore this video wasnt intentional, other videos possibly.
@@clevername8832 you're so right. Many years ago one of my beautiful rescue dogs got away from her minder when I was in hospital. She was obviously searching for me as we had deeply bonded. She was microchipped but nobody ever came forward. I searched everywhere, employed a tracker dog service, used posters with rewards, appeals on radio, local newspapers, vet practices and via Facebook, I even used psychics. I've never got over it and remain heartbroken 12 years later. Interestingly, all the psychics independently said that man with a small dog found her and took her home. I just pray she was loved and cared for. I still feel crippling grief and guilt even writing this. It also really hurts to think of anyone assuming that she had been dumped when she was so very precious, as all dogs are 🦋
@@clevername8832 It’s not “looking like a virtuous hero” and it’s not stealing a dog. If “running away and ending up at a neighbors house or elsewhere is normal” as you say, then that makes it even more important for a responsible dog owner to make sure their per has either a collar or a microchip - preferably both. A dog without either is a sign of neglect at worst and indifference to the dog’s safety at best. I have no idea how you can say that is “stealing” someone’s dog when there is literally no way to return it to the person who was responsible for losing it. The person who finds the dog shouldn’t be judged for the laziness of the dog’s owner. This should be obvious to any responsible pet lover.
@@ellie.l6585 The dog in this video was neither collared nor microchipped. You did the responsible thing and microchipped your pet, so I understand and appreciate how devastating that must have been for you. But the woman in this video did everything right. Took him to the vet to be scanned for a chip and posted it all over social media trying to find his owner. She was not trying “to look like a virtuous hero” and “stealing” a dog. What else was she supposed to do? Just let the dog wander around every day and risk it getting hit by a car or possibly attacking someone else’s pet in their own yard? What happened to your pet is tragic, but it’s a totally different scenario than what happened in this case.
I LOVE how the adopter said that he was the answer to her prayers. I prayed for my sweet rescue dog and she ended up being the perfect addition to our family. She is SO loved (and spoiled). For anyone out there looking for unconditional love, rescue a pet.❤️🐾❤️
I second this! I stopped at a shelter to volunteer my time and get some puppy/dog love and ended up falling in love with this precious little 4 pound puppy that had been abandoned on a rural road. I put my application in that same day. The rescue told me not to get my hopes up because 4 other people had already applied for her. On my way home, I got her a collar, leash, bed & toys. A week later I got a call saying she was "mine if I still wanted her." Are you fu*king kidding?!? Of course I "still" want her!!! That was 10 years ago. She's by my side as I type this. Sweetest doggo I've ever met and best $40 I've ever spent. 🥰 🐾
I’m so happy she found him a home with a lady that said this dog was the answer to her prayers! If he didn’t get along with her other dogs that’s a real problem! It all worked out for everyone and I’m so happy for the dog that was obviously abandoned! Thanks for sharing this beautiful story!
She also said it was a “little old lady” and that this dog was 1-2 years old. That means she placed it in a home where the owner is highly likely to pass before the dog and then the dog will go through the trauma of being homeless again.
Just another example that prayer works. A dear friend of mine RIP said life is so simple we make it hard. People forget ask and ye shall receive so they forget to pray. Keep good thoughts and have your best life today!
Thats exactly what happened with my dog! He just showed up at my parents' house and he was sitting on their bench in their carport. He just looked at them and wagged his tail when they came home like "Where've you guys been? I've been waiting for you!" We have had him for 2 years now and he is the best buddy in the world.
If only dogs could talk and tell us their life story. I see he didn't have a collar when found in the chair, but he looked both happy and healthy .......very strange why he showed up out of nowhere. Maybe he was lost.
It fascinates me how and why these beautiful creatures come to us out of nowhere. Thank you to this family for looking after him for a full 4 weeks, feeding him, loving on him and finding him a wonderful forever home. ❤❤❤❤❤
In many cultures, like the natives/asians... when an animal come finding you... It mean that a love one that passed, part of their consciousness or essence/soul had made it into that animal consciousness, and they wanted to be around you for a little longer. Usually, the animal will help you solve a secret or find comfort or something like that Cheers
@@МирјанаПоповић-ь7зAww, I feel bad for you. You are missing out on such an incredible bond if you don't like dogs. My dog has been an endless source of love, laughter, and happiness.
I love everything about this! Especially how she eloquently and graceful enforcers boundaries that she and her family did everything within their capacity to care for him to get a new home. God bless you caring for him and properly rehoming him ❤️
@@peterfitzpatrick7032 She was fake as hell.. Getting tik tok fame because of the dog and after it, she makes excuses to not keep it. It was probably the dog of the new boyfriend that they got rid of. Animal stories are easy to fake, they can't speak ;)
Awe, he's a real cutie. Too bad the owner's didn't come forward. I have 3 dogs and know the responsibility that is attached. I'm glad he found a loving home and her prayers were answered. God bless the family who found him and the woman who adopted him. Beautiful story.
I work in retail outside the door someone left a dog a Jackshund, a mix between a jack Russell and a Dachshund, so I took it to the nearest vet snd found out it wasn't chipped and no one reported it missing, so I went around to 5 other vets and they all gave me the same answer. I assumed it was a old person's dog because it wasn't chipped but it had a £40 collar, it had some sort of cologne or it was it shampoo smelled nice plus it was well looked after, and all it wanted was to sit on my lap. Eventually I found out after putting up posters that it belonged to an old couple who both died together, and their child was in hardship so couldn't look after it and also it was 8 years old and they live roughly for 12-15 years I had it for another 6 years.
Guarantee he was dumped on them. Someone knew they were good with their dogs, maybe just drove by & saw them one day, & left him. Love how she felt bad about rehoming him-he didn't get along with the other pets so she had to (he seems like an attention hog, love those types but they don't really like sharing their humans).
It's a bummer and sad when stray dogs just appear. I know of another dog years ago that was found on the streets. She was a puppy. Got to the animal shelter and no one came forward to claim her. So then my friends adopted her. She is the sweetest dog! They were surprised no one claimed her actually. Also- Similar incident happened to me in regards to finding a dog. In 2020 I was walking 2 dogs and found a dog roaming alone. Managed to get the dog & walk it to my car. I started trying to think who could possibly own him. The shelter took him in and he wasn't chipped. No one claimed him so they put him up for adoption. The shelter said he was originally scared of men, not confident, sometimes good with dogs & didn't like cats. I paid the adoption fee to get him a good home. The shelter worked with him- started training him....getting him more confident. Someone adopted him. He is in a great home. I kinda wondered though- who dumped him on the streets and why??
But the owner might have passed away or gone to a nursing home, too. Sometimes the animal who means so much to you won’t mean anything to another person who’s only there to settle an estate, or whatever. I am guessing , of course.
Awwwww,… this is so sweet. He is beyond adorable and such a good boy. And the fact that the little old lady who ended up with him said that she had prayed for a dog like that, I was near tears that is so terrific.
He seems like such a chill dude, i'd love to know his backstory. It's kinda sad he couldn't stay at the home he picked, but that he's the answer to a little old lady's prayers makes me smile.
@@Fairygoblet Yes, especially since he no longer has to deal with not getting along with the other pets that were there. I'm sure everyone is happy with the outcome.
@V. P. N Yet again, dogs rarely ever do that. We don't know if they had a "happy home" before which they most likely didn't if they DID run away. And dogs don't scare the living hell out of the public, that's just not how it works.
@V. P. N You can't just assume they were "very spoiled" because they were alone with no one to care of them. It's obvious you don't actually know and are just making assumptions.
Wow! I literally had a 1-2 year old anatolian shepherd that looks just like this show up at my grandparents property on the middle of nowhere. People abandon their pets near this property all the time. I took her in and she's the best dog in the world. Super protective of us and our other pets, and amazing around children. I would love to have another of the same breed but their puppies can go for $5k.
Wow beautiful Dogs !, sad how people abandon their pets , they are family I could never do that ! 5 k that is a lot ! We really do not need anymore babies born in this world , our world has an over abundance of pets now that are homeless, living in woods, streets, trying to survive in freezing cold !, it’s not fair to them , every time another breeder or family has another litter, that’s a lot of Pets out their dying m we have enough Pets in the Shelters across the world looking for forever homes, literally dying minute by minute , Adopt a dog from a shelter, or save a stray ! People need to go to jail for these crimes and we need to pass along To GET THEIR PETS FIXED! China just killed 10k stray dogs last year for food ! , that’s not including other countries and that’s not including cats , they stack them a squash them like trash before a very painful death! They tape puppies mouths and bind their feet before slaughter . Let’s not support this by buying dogs or having litters ! Ty God Bless 🙏🏾♥️
I have the same dog like this too that I found in the middle of the night during my night run followed me all the way home. No one claimed it. Very sweet protective and smart dog.
@@lukassvensson2326 I can't get to a shelter or transport a pet home. The last dogs I've had have been given to me & were answers to prayer & we are all better for it. Try to imagine how things are for others & don't assume their circumstances are the same as yours. 👵 🐕
@@maryvaughn7886 Chill, I wasn't disrespectful at all. I just wondered why you had to pray for a dog since there are so many at shelters. Shelters drive the dogs to your home also since they really want to get their dogs homes.
@@lukassvensson2326 Where are these shelters? I've adopted almost all of my pets from shelters over the years & have never seen that service offered. I do know that some, or maybe most, rescue groups offer that, however. And, in case you were wondering about my non-shelter pets. I rescued 3, & had 2 (1 dog, 1cat) literally walk in to my home! So I guess that, technically, they adopted me!!
I had a cat years ago that did the same thing, I looked after him for a while but he didn't get along with pet cat at the time so I found him a new home too
Years ago we had a dog like this come to our house. He was a Yellow Lab, and he was the smartest, most human-oriented dog we ever had. He was gentle to our young sons, babies, other pets, and puppies and kittens, and fit right in with our pets. He knew the difference between playing rough and someone who is a threat and he would protect his family like a Grizzly Bear protects her cubs. There is a reason why animals just show up at your doorstep and don't leave. They are God sent for a purpose. a few years after he came to claim our house as his, my husband left the boys and me. I don't know how I would have made it through the first few years of my life after the divorce had it not been for Nick to lean on and protect us.
This dog has a special place in my heart, so friendly with a Waggy tail. The old lady prayed for a dog just like him, she is the luckiest lady in the world.
Wow amazing! 4 years ago that looks a lot like this dog showed up at our house. We live way out in the country on a farm - nearest neighbor is 3 miles. Know everyone for miles. He made himself right at home - great dog. Been with me ever since. Goes everywhere with me. Dogs are the best kind of people. 😊
I just love that smile & the wagging of his tale! Adorableness! Bless her heart she cared when a lot of people wouldn't or didn't & she answered a prayer , that is one classy lady! thanks so much for giving the dog a forever home & bringing happiness to someone else that means so much to us animal people!
It also takes awhile for your pets to adjust to a new one in the pack, took some of my cats a month when I took in a stray then everything was good after that, of course they fight sometimes like siblings do but they also protect and love each other.
🐶🧡 What a beautiful face he has! Bless this family for caring for him, giving him love and finding him a good home. The dog and that little old lady are happy!
The home owners didn't know this but, the dog bought the house back in 1998 and was wondering why these people were in his home. He just chilled on the new furniture that they furnished (thank you) and waited because he was locked out. He was also a little perturbed that 2 new dogs were in his house. He didn't mind going to live with the old lady but y'all owe him some money for the house 😂🐕 💖
Yeah, he certainly appeared to have claimed that home, he also appeared to be used to sitting on furniture & doing tricks as well...which makes me wonder if he hadn't escaped someone's vehicle or home. My dog is an escape artist & he can open any type of door handle too, from letting his companions & himself out of indoor kennels & outdoor kennel/play yards, to opening car doors from the inside & letting his companion & himself out, or opening the door from the outside & letting his friends out of the vehicle, to letting himself in or out of different houses, garages, a 5th wheel...we have to make sure house & 5th wheel doors are locked, kennels & play yards have padlocks, car doors have lock on window, child lock on door & that his leash is secured to seatbelt; he's even chewed his way out of halters, collars, leashes, dog runs, & if he couldn't open the outdoor play yard door because of padlock, he climbed up the cyclone fence, pushed his way through the roof of the outdoor kennel/play yard, pulled the cyclone wires apart at the base, dug beneath it & actually pulled his fat little pug companion out. We couldn't keep him off the furniture, so we got him an old used leather armchair, put a big fluffy blanket on it, so that he wouldn't tear up the leather & that's his designated location...other than his bed. He needs structure & a set routine or he gets himself into trouble & everything needs to be dog-proofed. It's like having a child & he's just as intelligent & devious..he understands everything that is said & watches every move, so nummies need to be placed high where he can't open doors & cupboards to help himself. No one believed me when I told them that he understands everything that they say, never forgets a face, even if he met them only once, can recognize the vehicles of different people, can recognize where he's going in the car & can open doors... until they witnessed it for themself.
@@imgoldenspyder9409 Oh, I know how human-like they can be. In the 70s to 80s I swore our black & white lab was one of my siblings. He was smart as a whip. We had a lock on our fence so he couldn't get out. Well, he watched the boxer across the street jump right over her fence and _jump_ he went over ours. He followed her wherever she went. She was his boss. 😂 When it was time for them to come home she would jump back over her fence and he would jump back over his. And then they were home as if NOTHING ever happened. I miss that dog. 💖💖
Boy, the old lady who got this dog received something very special. You can tell by the demeanor of this dog that it will be a special companion and will change a life.
Such a sweet dog, so cute sitting on the comfy chair cushion. Glad he was taken care of while finding a permanent home I would've loved seeing the new owner with her dog. Im sure she's a sweet old lady and they're so happy together 🥰
What a wonderful story. Walker is so sweet, and he certainly picked the right porch to lounge on. This beautiful family gave him and his new mommy their happy ending. "An answer to prayer " explains it all. Win-Win. I love it. ❤️😍❤️
One day when I got home from work and was unlocking our front door I heard 3 dogs barking from inside our house- instead of just the 2 we actually owned. I’d been gone for 6 hours and my husband was out of state at the time. We had a fenced back yard and a doggy door. When I went inside there was a mysterious Jack Russell. He’d found a way to crawl under our fence and join our family. He’d facilitated his own introduction to our dogs all by himself & had clearly passed their tests to be a part of the family. I asked around our cul de sac, found the owners, took him home. He kept coming back, I scoped the fence line but I couldn’t figure out how he was getting in. We did this dance with him for about 5 months. When it was winter I’d wake up at 3 am to him jumping on my bed and wiggling his cold little body under the sheets to warm up. Eventually my husband went to the owners and asked if we could just keep him. They’d had a baby and Duke (the dog) had lost his place on the totem pole. So Duke became ours. He was always meant to be ours, he just knew it before we did. ❤️
@@debbiebrumfield1007 thank you! He was a really good boy. He even brought a gift that first day- when I opened the door there was a fairly long garden snake. I had my two dogs doing the happy dance, Duke, who was doing the “please-accept-me-I’m-a-good boy” wiggle and then the snake. Thankfully it was unharmed and I managed to nudge it out the door quickly. The first few minutes were crazy fun. Our dogs never brought in anything like that, so I’m sure it was Duke. 🐍😊
👍🥰❤️👍 Sweet, indeed, the boy was “bursting” of personality and your story sounds just as heart warming. Nicely done. We need more people like you in this world. 🥰❤️🥰
This is one of the cutest stories I’ve ever heard😊He desperately wanted to stay with u all! So happy u and ur husband asked to keep him! Do u all have a Tik Tok or anything showing ur three dogs?!
@@gin3314 I’m sure I could find some. I recently moved and cleared out a storage unit so am still working my way through stuff. Our first dog as a couple was from a box of 4 week old puppies in front of a grocery store- I walked in and bought a big bag of puppy food. She was a tiny little beagle /lab mix and we named her Trial, cause my husband joked that she was on a trial basis. The second one I found on the highway in rural Alaska- 20 miles in either direction to humans and it was February. So it was brutally cold w/ no water available. The snow wasn’t soft fluffy snow, it had a hard top shell. I saw 2 cars a mile ahead of me tap their brakes, slow down then speed up. They were so far ahead of me, I assumed it was a moose. When I finally got close enough to see my heart just broke, he was just walking along so slowly with his head down. Didn’t even barely glance at me. I couldn’t leave him out there. Opening the car door and inviting him in was one of the best decisions of my entire life. He was a big dog, so while he settled in we’d say oh the big dog wants out or big dog wants in … eventually that became his name. Duke came much later, but still while Big Dog & Trial were young enough for the three of them to bond. I’m seriously going to be looking for pictures cause now I want to see them again, so much. I don’t think people should ever have to go in search of a special pet… they find you when the time is right, whether it’s God or the universe- I’ve never been steered wrong, not one time. The best pets I’ve ever had are the ones I didn’t know I was going have the morning I woke up. Hands down. ❤️
He looks like he's up for a job interview in the first shot; nervous but wanting to make a good impression. Good on you for finding him a good home!
"so I... Uhm... Heard very good things about your company."
Anatolian shepherd must be one of the most underrated dog breeds, they are really smart and just love people. They want to have a home and protect their family, it is literally coded into their genes. However it is true that they don't get along well with other pets and animals because of this because they see them as dangerous against their family. But you could train them to accept those pets as a part of family as well without much trouble. The most important thing with Anatolian shepherds and similar breeds you must make them understand you are the leader of herd not them then they wouldn't attack anything at all unless they are provoked badly..
This is the best comment I have read in a while.
So funny!
Lmao 😂💀
Awww, what a sweet boy! He looked so happy in that chair. He’s going to totally change the adopter’s life!
Right, he was looking like “Good Morning”
Right 👍😉
Definitely!! He's too sweet. I'd adopt him in a heartbeat if I could..🥺🥰🥺
Dogs aren't really people. They are animals onto which you can enjoy projecting your ego, and shower with love and attention that you wouldn't even give your own children. Pet products and services companies know this. --The Veterinarian's Son
He had the vibe of a dog that hasn't been treated well and wasn't getting any love. And so that's what he was hoping for at her house. And he got it.
I'm at a loss that people were judging this family for not keeping him. They fed him, took him to a vet & loved him until they could find him a forever home. That family is AWESOME! & I really wish more people would be like them in regards to stray animals.
Exactly and she specifically said that he didn't get along with her other pets. Why on earth would someone keep a stray pet that didn't get along with the current pets?
@@mikeh2129 Learn from my mistakes: Vet fees. My cat insurance is £65 per month. I can't really afford it - but I've only one pet to be responsible for, so I manage to pay it. Most pet insurers won't pay out for Dental work. Especially for elderly cats. Best part of a grand spent a couple of years ago for teeth removal / cleaning. Insurers would not pay out. My mother bailed me out financially. My point is, even if the dog in this clip _did_ get along with the other pets - the cost of caring for him throughout his lifetime was probably prohibitive. The kindest thing to do was to home him with somebody who could afford to keep him. The lady in this clip did the right thing, a thousand percent.
THEY ARE COCKSUCKERS
@@davidg.2217 What does being a "cocksucker" have anything to do with being kind and going above & beyond what most people would for the wellbeing of a stray animal?
And he didn't get along with the other dogs
That’s so sweet the lady who adopted him said she had been praying for a dog like him. I hope they have a happy and wonderful life together.
the way he makes eye contact and kinda closes his eyes in a squint. it's a total sign of him being a good hearted trustworthy dog. the little wag and ears going up and down
100% family dog material 😍
Gorgeous. He,s like. ,,Hi. I,m your new boy,,.
@@lottielane2486 LOL exactly
@@TrickOrRetreat But he didn’t get a family- just an old lady 😢
@@LittleLulubee But her son turned out to be a dog whisperer, and they performed for European royalty and became famous in eastern Sicily.
Not keeping him shows incredible responsibility and love for the dog’s overall well-being. You are wonderful people and did a wonderful thing for the woman praying for such a dog. Kudos to you. 😊
But giving him to an elderly lady..does not.. It is a big dog needing a lot of exercise and she may not outlive the dog, meaning it will have to be rehomed again.
@@sueg2286 I know. Hopefully she will hire someone to walk him.
@@sueg2286 he might be what she needed, he can keep her energy up by her taking him out on walks and playing with him. Sadly if she does pass before him hopefully she already has someone who will take him in.
@@sueg2286 Stop with the ageism. You don't know that lady's situation. You heard little old lady and immediately went to alone, senile, weak, and frail. That lady might live with her family. She might be a body builder. She might come from a family that lives to 102. I have a friend from my spiritual group that's definitely a little old lady because she's in her 60s and short. She also walks 5 miles a day in less than an hour, strength trains everyday, works 30 hours a week at UPS, and cleans houses on the weekends. She has way more muscle in her back and arms then 80% of the 20 year guys I know and eats healthier than most athletes. So stop with the ageism and speaking on stuff you know nothing about.
@@serenityjewel Stop with your assumptions that I am assuming !
No need to apologize about finding a home for the dog. You weren’t expecting another dog. You did all you could do great job.
They helped him find a wonderful home that’s what’s important
@@ritalawson7020 I would not have given a dog like this to a “little old lady.” If the dog is young and she’s old, that situation could likely not end well. Plus he’s a bigger dog that needs exercise and regular walks, so I hope she has someone to help her with that, along with vet and groomer visits. Dogs are a big responsibility. That’s why older people tend to match better with cats, which are more independent.
@@calisongbird Jesus Christ, get off your high horse you cretinous mofo.
@@danc3693 just like all the internet know ot all's 🤣 🤣
@@calisongbird the problem is they were taking care of an extra dog for an extended duration that they never expected to. Imagine having 2 kids and suddenly out of kindness taking care of a random homeless kid. after taking care of the kid for that long, if a sweet old lady who appreciates the kid is willing to take him, she would ofc agree. she's probably been taking care of him on overtime for a very long time already and can't extend it forever. and remember he doesn't get along with her current 2 dogs and i think he's stealing from neighbours who were blaming her for it. meanwhile her family dynamics, neighbour relationships, and finances are bleeding because she decided to take care of him.
They found a lady who said he was the answers to her prayers. It’s a win win situation. Super story! Super dog and great lady for giving him the chance. ❤
religious crap
The look on his face and his little tail wag while sitting in the chair is one of the cutest things I’ve seen. His joy at being discovered. I’m so happy he was able to find a home and I hope he’ll get the exercise he needs from the little old lady as described.
That's too much dog for an old lady.
@@chrismorrison3375 Some old ladies run marathons and go for long walks, I’m sure she’ll take good care of him!
@@chrismorrison3375 I agree but hopefully someone will come along and offer to walk him or she will pay someone. Otherwise he will not be happy stuck inside a yard/house. That dog needs to MOVE! 🙂
@@chrismorrison3375 I agree
@@ES11777 What is old? I read "this old lady" and then late sixties - I'm like What!! I'm my 70s, walk miles everyday plus other physical exercises, busy as can be and enjoy walking my two grand terrier dogs.
That's a million miles of personality. I'd take that dog in a heartbeat.
Same here! 😁
You should contact the owner. A dog that young will out live it's current owner. After a death, most family members just stake a big dog like that to the city run kill shelter and let them deal with it. You know how that goes? He shows any form of aggression to the plastic hand, he's quickly destroyed. Oh and yes, the city still uses the "plastic hand" to determine aggression.
Me tooo !!!! He is sooo sweet .. 😩😩😩🥺
Me too!!🙋🏻♀️ He's so sweet🍭🥰🦮🥰
@@illiniwood why do you have to be so negative? sheesh
There's NO shame in rehoming an animal that isn't happy with their current environment. This dog was happier in a single-dog household and you found him one. Kudos. A rescue home doesn't always mean a forever home; sometimes it means finding that forever home for them. In the mean-time, they just sought out help and you provided it. Much respect.
Exactly.
Exactly this is something I'd love to do, which is why I dream of living more rurally means I am not limited on what I can rescue by what the neighbours are willing to put up with and sadly a lot of rehoming sites and shelters get so full round holidays it's horrible that a lot of people can't respect and take on the responsibility they chose to bring into their home leading to shelters filling up, taking on animal they normally wouldn't deal with and animals popping up on streets, so I'd love to rescue and foster animals and anyone I keep could potentially depending on their attitude help me determine a good home for animals, like would they ever have the chance to get along with other dogs, other cats or other animals. Do they like big open spaces or prefer to be a couch potato. All things that are bonuses of me loving a variety of different animals, and any confident ones would be very helpful for other animals or really motherly animals can often benefits from raising smaller things like silkie chickens, some dogs or cats can be very motherly.
Well said
Well done in finding a family for this lovely creature. What a joy!
Yes!. Although I've ended up keeping dogs that way🤣 it really does depend on the dynamic true! I've had ones show up but can't keep them because of that
What a good boy. I'm glad he found a forever home with someone who needed him as much as he needed her.
The fact you took in a dog that wasn't yours, *refused* to surrender him & instead found him a good home is beyond any expectation.
Bless you and your family for the compassion you showed this wayward pupper!
exactly. and suxh a sweet doggie he is too
Exactly, well done! You give this world a firm foundation in compassion, empathy and love.
THANK YOU!❣️
@Praise Jesus, Repent or Likewise Perish gtfo
@@aro4322 guess I'm gonna perish. what is this bot accomplishing by posting on random threads?
The fact she did the work to care for the dog & find a new home is awesome.
He's an answer to the old lady's prayers - that's so sweet. He seems like a lovely dog 😊
Samething happened to my niece They came home from a trip and a Yorkie was sitting on their porch and ran up to them like he was theirs They did everything to find his owners even posted pictures in local paper Put it on the radio Filed a report with Sherriff Dept He adopted to his name she gave him just like it had always been his name considering he was a adult dog That was many yrs ago and he has been a part of our family ever since Everyone loves him
He just seems so happy. I wonder if he was a neighborhood puppy that no one could afford to take but fed well and just grew into a happy sweet doggo?
Hope he really went to that little old ladies home and it's not a long tale she told.
@@karenstacks2501 . Same for me for a cat. Turned out to be the best cat ever for the next 15 years
Until the dog falls in love with her and she passes away and the dog dies of heartbreak 😥
She did exactly the right process. Good for her!
No one should ever criticize you for not keeping him! To take proper care of one pet is so expensive let alone 3. You went above and beyond to help Walker. Thank you for doing that!
Hello Catherine how are you doing today.
i have 4, you’re correct.. expensive
Not only expensive but time consuming..💜
@@naudianeels1328 Lol, definitely but so worth it!
@@Catherine-2008 Definitely!! 😊👍😊
Awww he just wanted a family.
“This house looks nice, I’ll give them a try”
That was really sweet of her to take the time and effort to care for him and find him a good home ❤️
Seeing her chillin in that chair made my morning LOL SO CUTE!!
@@c4caffeen134 YES me too!!
I hope he didn't want a family. Because that'd be kind of disappointing that he ended up with a single old lady who likely doesn't have the energy, patience, or mental capacity required for a dog this young. More-so when you realize he'll likely outlive her...
@@Ki_Adi_Mundi I thought the same thing! I'm a little worried for his future. But his demeanor in the chair looked like he could be ok with it. It did make me worry though.
Stray cats come to my home all the time for food but they never stayed. One fluffy young one came and was so playful and loving but he won't leave. No one claims him. I will bring him to a shelter. We have a cat already.
These people have very kind hearts. He must have come to them because he needed help. I’m so glad Walker found a new home! 🐾 💜
It's a shame she feels the need to apologise for not keeping him. (I can only imagine the judgy online grief she got in thanks for her good deed). She did more for that dog than most people would, and the people spewing online. Even her neighbours didn't do much, they said he'd visited them too, they shut the door and carried on their day. They didn't take him in for a month, take him the vet, or find him a home. Plus she didnt make a stupid decision to keep him, so her existing pets would be miserable, and life difficult. This lady did all she could, the dog is safe and happy, and I salute her.
Exactly. People forget to realize the responsibility of taking care of a pet. It's not just cuddles and petting; you need to feed them, monthly/yearly vet visits, any medication they might need, daily walks and exercise, grooming, also training if the dog needs behavior corrected. And on top of this, most people work and have other responsibilities outside of home. I have one dog and I could NEVER imagine getting another dog to take care of. This lady already had TWO dogs so it's more than reasonable for her to give him to someone else.
@@Mar-pe9kx I agree. I did have 2 dogs until October. My elderly one sadly passed away. I worked out some years ago I spent more money monthly/annually on the dogs than any other regular bill. Don't get me wrong I was happy to. I chose to have them, so I also chose to look after them. You shouldn't get any pet on an emotional whim. It's a commitment in time and money and if you're short of either, you are short changing the animal and being selfish keeping it.... and keeping it from a happy life with someone else. This lady made the right choices for her and the dog. She did a great job.👍
@@Spike-ck5tj I totally agree because it might just turn out into a 10-15 year commitment and some marriages don't even last that long. Vet bills can be expensive. I've paid over $5k towards vet bills last year on my dog to get him surgery. Most people are not ready for that.
I'm not complaining but I'm going through the same situation. In august 2020 a nasty human dumped 2w old 2 female puppies(mixed breed,short legged) in a drainage. My mom and I rescued them and tried to find their mom but unfortunately we couldn't. Tried to find a foster/forever home since we already had a pet (11yo Male indie mix😘🐕🦺and doesn'tget along with others), but again failed. They're still with us😘🐶🐶In India people are breed specific. Rescueing is easy but These trolls don't understand how difficult it is to rehome. Mother nature bless you all🙏 #adoptdontshop #lovedogsnotbreeds #alllivesmatter #indies #bekind #stopanimalcruelty
@@misshoneynevercame4832 OMG
.so.funny an spot on..
I've have some dogs for 17 years
Longest relationship ever..
Him sitting on the patio in “his” chair stole my heart. I’m so glad he has a home.
I could see he was saying the chair was very comfortable, and he'd like to stay. That he was a good boi.
I would do the same. Check for owner, and find a great home if I could.
The way the dog sat in the chair and wagged his tail around strangers proofs he is an actual pet/ house doggie. He could've been from someone living just a bit further away. It happened to us too. One day we came back from a trip and a dog was sitting on the stairs. We fed him and he stayed for a week and then disappeared. Months later we were walking by a property a thirty minute walk from our home and there he was. Barking at us and we recognized him.
LOL the Traveler
Yes, it's sad to think someone is missing him, but they should've chipped him or given him a dog collar with a name tag/phone number. The woman in the video put up signs and did what she could but eventually the dog needed a new safe "forever home". Can't wait around for the first owners forever.
Or he was dumped by someone passing thru. No collar.
@@Changesonemack my dog has a name tag but I rarely put his collar on. So that’s not necessarily true.
I thought the same thing he was obviously raised good and with love
They took everything into account and made the right decision
Maturity right there
He looks so funny sitting in the chair, leaning back like that ! He's a real sweetie, glad he got a good home with someone who needs him .
True such a sweetheart
He looks like he is so used to being around humans. I’m surprised he had no owner prior to them finding him.
He was sitting there tail wagging and licking the chair arm as if he had lived there since he was a pup.
Dog's ! you just have to love them.
The way his tail never stopped once lets you know what a sweetie he is. You're great people to go to so much extra trouble to see to it that he was going to be ok. I get the feeling he was driven there by someone that had an idea that you would do what THEY should've...ensure he was well and appropriately homed. That was no stray you had sitting on your patio chair that morning.. too well fed, groomed and generally cared for and not fearful of strangers. That little old lady is getting a really nice life blessing. Bless you for making a great ending for all involved.
❤❤
Similar situation happened to my late Mother several years ago. It was a VERY good thing for both Mom and the new found companion. Not going into details, but the dog (Sadie) saved Mom's life a couple times that I know of.
@@daveward1935 🐕❤🙏
@@daveward1935 that's a beautiful story! Do u think an acquaintance dropped off the dog there for your mother?
@@la381 Nope. Mom picked her up from the animal shelter :)
God Bless this little pup and the folks that took him in.
Christian detected
Wussup foo?
Omg his face sat on that chair begging to be allowed to stay there nice and comfy. In a harsh world he found a comfy cushion and didn't want to give up that spot. Bless this beautiful family for helping him.
Oh precious dog. Look at him. You can tell he’s darling sitting there that way. Look at the tail going so fast. He’s sweet.
Lol 😆
Hello Gracie, how is the weather over there?
That behavior just makes me feel like crying. All he wants is to belong and be loved. So glad he found a great home.
A great home? She also said it was a “little old lady” and that this dog was 1-2 years old. That means she placed it in a home where the owner is highly likely to pass before the dog and then the dog will go through the trauma of being homeless again.
@@OnlyMe-uk6nh Debbie Downer takes the podium.
@@rockman4699 Sure ok 😂😂 a minute ago you were talking about prayer and now you are criticising someone with a valid concern because it doesn’t line up with your opinion. That would make you the negative one my friend, not to mention a hypocrite. Can’t I ask God for a long term forever home for this beautiful dog?
@@OnlyMe-uk6nh Good morning. Thanks for sharing your opinion like I did in two replies. Have a great day.
@@rockman4699 Love your work. 😂😂
That's incredible that the little old lady had been looking for him in her prayers. I hope that it works out for them.
Yeah, I'll also claim that the next time if I feel entitled to have sth, that I would have asked for EXACTLY THAT in my PRAYERS
I have faith that it will, God is the best!
@@MrRickkramer that's blasphemy. Using a superlative you imply there are other gods he can be compared to
@@HelenaBKay what is the first commandment?
@@MrRickkramer I was making fun of your religiouness so I give a f**k about what an imaginary fairy says in an imaginary book. I prefer to use my brain. And if God was real, they'd never say such narcissist stuff as proclaimed in the Bible. It's a contradiction in itself. Bye.
We don’t question the dog distribution system. We just say thank you for the delivery.
@@GreenVibezIguanaDaddy what a negative person you are. I hope you get the help that you need in life.
Oh geez, that's actually the perfect quote! 👌
I love how responsible the family was. It’d be so hard to realize you can’t keep a dog that the universe seems to have gifted out of thin air. But in the end, it seems like Walker appeared to them so they could deliver him to the lil lady that was praying for him ❤ this family was just a vessel of happiness and that’s so special.
The universe gifted them a dog? Man, where do you get these crazy ideas? Has the universe ever given you anything?
@@yvetteandjorgenlarsen9753 it gifted me you
@@yvetteandjorgenlarsen9753Believe it or not, the same exact thing happened to me a couple years ago. One day this dog just showed up at my doorstep and started following me around like it had been my dog its whole life. So you tell me, how is that not a gift from the universe?
Because the universe doesn’t give gifts silly goose!
@@henrlima87 i had a cat just appear at my house and stayed there. no one knew were the cat came from.... i had it for years.... thing is it was not my cat and the universe did not gift it to me. there is no such thing as an object gifting anyone or anything with anything
Awww. The way he looked at her with his ears back, tail wagging and put his lil paw on the chair arm like "here I am, love me please." 💗 melts 💗💗💗
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🤗🙌🙌🙌🙌
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could be a lost soul who came back as a dog , who knows this is a Lovely encounter.
@@aquamarine2416 I thought the same... which is why I definitely love how this video ended
@@sabrinastarks7868 Yes!!!So Lovely!!!
The fact that this woman acknowledged she wasn't in a position to take on another pet, demonstrates how responsible a pet owner she is! Hooray for her!
Hmm, I wonder if its because their dogs aren't socialized? Non-socialized dogs don't get along with others. The other reasons she gave were just BS, look at the house and backyard.
If you don't want the dog just say you don't want it. Don't have to lie about it.
@@omarf.4146 THANK YOU!!! I thought I was the only one that was being cynical or judgmental. I could just tell something was up with this lady! She NEVER looked into the camera. She looked every which way but directly into the lens bc she knew she wasn't going to keep Walker! When she said she let TikTok name the dog I knew she wasn't invested. I could just hear her saying: "I finally got my house in order and on a routine. I am not taking on another thing!" Which is fine, but just like you said, "If you don't want the dog, just say you don't want the dog." Giving reasons like Kim Kardashian on why she got rid of the kitten Kanye gave her when they were dating.
@@CC-si3cr Yeah she definitely was making excuses on why she wasn't keeping him. Which is fine, she isn't obligated to keep the dog and she did enough in finding him a home. But the fact she gave a bunch of excuses shows deep down she felt guilty about it or there would be no need for excuses.
@Praise Jesus, Repent or Likewise Perish go and play elsewhere with your friends and fictitious Gods.
@@omarf.4146 I agree. It broke my heart. I'd never let that dog go. "he wasn't getting along with the other pets". If she wasn't cold hearted, she'd work on that. "Stealing things from the neighbors"? For Christ sake. Cold hearted b1tch, just say you don't want the dog. Let alone the fact that she just didn't do anything for days, letting him go over and over, and the puppy showed up again each morning.
Thank you for taking care of that beautiful soul and finding him a home. 🙏🏽
Awwww. He was in the patio chair like "when is breakfast?" Lol. So glad the cute fella found a home. He was blessed to find a nice family to care for him in transition.
Lol
I totally agree
Being the stepping stone to a loving home is a wonderful blessing for an animal in need. No one can afford to keep every animal they rescue and help.
You did a Wonderful job.
So much agree with that statement, this wonderful lady did absolutely everything in her power to help this baddy..
No need to feel any shame or
pressure for not being able to keep this boy like forever..
And may God bless senior lady who took him in..
Very thankful to this humans.
A great dog, found great people who helped him find his forever home.
Exactly! Win, win, win!
Grow up
@@HistoryandReviews tell me you've never felt love in your live without telling me you've never felt love in your life
I just hope Walker has a happy life .
@Gecko🦎 ... look at his/her channel ... and he/she's telling others to grow up ! 😂🤣😂🤣
What a beautiful story! You took this little guy in, you cared for him, you found him the home he was meant to have. God bless you and your family.
Hats off to this lady for helping this fine dog find a home.
@Praise Jesus, Repent or Likewise Perish stop forcing upon people with the religion, where the issue is not a religion at all.
Its A LOT of sites that are ment for that stuff.
Yes, even tho she had several pets herself, propably struggeling to keep them apart.
The way the dog wiggled his tail by eating.💕
Just the tail wagging alone melted my heart. Doggo would be mine within 5 minutes. So beautiful xxx
He looks soooo adorable and comfortable reclining back in that seat!!
My nigga chillin on a chair 💺
Whoever dumped him, it was definitely their loss. He's adorable 😍
Why do people always assume that lost dogs don't already have a home? Are non dog owners completely unaware that running away and ending up at a neighbors house or elsewhere is normal and frequent behavior? All people on the internet care about is that they have a chance to look like a virtuous hero when they're only stealing a dog from their original home.
@@clevername8832 true but this owner from this video wasnt intentionally stealing it, she checked head to toe if the dog had a previous owner and even asked online publicly who did this dog belong to, therefore this video wasnt intentional, other videos possibly.
@@clevername8832 you're so right. Many years ago one of my beautiful rescue dogs got away from her minder when I was in hospital. She was obviously searching for me as we had deeply bonded. She was microchipped but nobody ever came forward. I searched everywhere, employed a tracker dog service, used posters with rewards, appeals on radio, local newspapers, vet practices and via Facebook, I even used psychics. I've never got over it and remain heartbroken 12 years later. Interestingly, all the psychics independently said that man with a small dog found her and took her home. I just pray she was loved and cared for. I still feel crippling grief and guilt even writing this. It also really hurts to think of anyone assuming that she had been dumped when she was so very precious, as all dogs are 🦋
@@clevername8832 It’s not “looking like a virtuous hero” and it’s not stealing a dog. If “running away and ending up at a neighbors house or elsewhere is normal” as you say, then that makes it even more important for a responsible dog owner to make sure their per has either a collar or a microchip - preferably both. A dog without either is a sign of neglect at worst and indifference to the dog’s safety at best. I have no idea how you can say that is “stealing” someone’s dog when there is literally no way to return it to the person who was responsible for losing it. The person who finds the dog shouldn’t be judged for the laziness of the dog’s owner. This should be obvious to any responsible pet lover.
@@ellie.l6585 The dog in this video was neither collared nor microchipped. You did the responsible thing and microchipped your pet, so I understand and appreciate how devastating that must have been for you. But the woman in this video did everything right. Took him to the vet to be scanned for a chip and posted it all over social media trying to find his owner. She was not trying “to look like a virtuous hero” and “stealing” a dog. What else was she supposed to do? Just let the dog wander around every day and risk it getting hit by a car or possibly attacking someone else’s pet in their own yard? What happened to your pet is tragic, but it’s a totally different scenario than what happened in this case.
He is such a sweetie! I'm so happy he found a place with someone who prayed for him!!
Answers to prayers! I wish every video on UA-cam was about that! I love to hear testimonies of God's goodness!
I LOVE how the adopter said that he was the answer to her prayers. I prayed for my sweet rescue dog and she ended up being the perfect addition to our family. She is SO loved (and spoiled). For anyone out there looking for unconditional love, rescue a pet.❤️🐾❤️
I second this! I stopped at a shelter to volunteer my time and get some puppy/dog love and ended up falling in love with this precious little 4 pound puppy that had been abandoned on a rural road. I put my application in that same day. The rescue told me not to get my hopes up because 4 other people had already applied for her. On my way home, I got her a collar, leash, bed & toys. A week later I got a call saying she was "mine if I still wanted her." Are you fu*king kidding?!? Of course I "still" want her!!! That was 10 years ago. She's by my side as I type this. Sweetest doggo I've ever met and best $40 I've ever spent. 🥰 🐾
DOGS ARE ANGELS ON EARTH. Such PURE souls. 🕊️
I’m so happy she found him a home with a lady that said this dog was the answer to her prayers! If he didn’t get along with her other dogs that’s a real problem! It all worked out for everyone and I’m so happy for the dog that was obviously abandoned! Thanks for sharing this beautiful story!
She also said it was a “little old lady” and that this dog was 1-2 years old. That means she placed it in a home where the owner is highly likely to pass before the dog and then the dog will go through the trauma of being homeless again.
Just another example that prayer works. A dear friend of mine RIP said life is so simple we make it hard. People forget ask and ye shall receive so they forget to pray. Keep good thoughts and have your best life today!
I'm not made me scared for him
A little old lady gets a 1yr old big dog..yeah that was a wonderful idea 💡...smh
@@OnlyMe-uk6nh She may think 60 is old.
Thats exactly what happened with my dog! He just showed up at my parents' house and he was sitting on their bench in their carport. He just looked at them and wagged his tail when they came home like "Where've you guys been? I've been waiting for you!" We have had him for 2 years now and he is the best buddy in the world.
Hello Laura how are you doing today.
Ours as well! Best dog ever, and no one ever came looking for her!! Best pets are always the ones that find you.
@@hmarie2494 Hello Maria how are you doing today Z
If only dogs could talk and tell us their life story. I see he didn't have a collar when found in the chair, but he looked both happy and healthy .......very strange why he showed up out of nowhere. Maybe he was lost.
The moment you see him you know that he is a Good Boy.
except with other dogs,but otherwise agree
He *wants* to be a good dog 😆
It fascinates me how and why these beautiful creatures come to us out of nowhere.
Thank you to this family for looking after him for a full 4 weeks, feeding him, loving on him and finding him a wonderful forever home. ❤❤❤❤❤
In many cultures, like the natives/asians... when an animal come finding you...
It mean that a love one that passed, part of their consciousness or essence/soul had made it into that animal consciousness, and they wanted to be around you for a little longer. Usually, the animal will help you solve a secret or find comfort or something like that
Cheers
@@funyunI love that 🥰
They know how to find the good people.
Dogs aren't beautiful at all
@@МирјанаПоповић-ь7зAww, I feel bad for you. You are missing out on such an incredible bond if you don't like dogs.
My dog has been an endless source of love, laughter, and happiness.
What an adorable personality he has, how could anyone resist him ! She did the right thing, lovely story. 😄💜💖🐕
I love how his heart filled with happiness when he got acknowledged by them trying to be his best self so he could stay ❤️
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You said it❤️❤️❤️
I love everything about this! Especially how she eloquently and graceful enforcers boundaries that she and her family did everything within their capacity to care for him to get a new home. God bless you caring for him and properly rehoming him ❤️
Thank you for giving him the love he needed before he found his permanent mommy. You are a good soul.
Need more stories like this in the world.
Where people abandon animals ?
Julius... it seems like you've attracted a couple of weirdos... 🙄😂
This feel-good story is burning their black-hearts... 😏
I wish people was this kind to people would be a beautiful world.
@@peterfitzpatrick7032 She was fake as hell.. Getting tik tok fame because of the dog and after it, she makes excuses to not keep it. It was probably the dog of the new boyfriend that they got rid of. Animal stories are easy to fake, they can't speak ;)
He's such a sweet dog, I'm glad he has a good home.
Awe, he's a real cutie. Too bad the owner's didn't come forward. I have 3 dogs and know the responsibility that is attached. I'm glad he found a loving home and her prayers were answered. God bless the family who found him and the woman who adopted him. Beautiful story.
I work in retail outside the door someone left a dog a Jackshund, a mix between a jack Russell and a Dachshund, so I took it to the nearest vet snd found out it wasn't chipped and no one reported it missing, so I went around to 5 other vets and they all gave me the same answer. I assumed it was a old person's dog because it wasn't chipped but it had a £40 collar, it had some sort of cologne or it was it shampoo smelled nice plus it was well looked after, and all it wanted was to sit on my lap. Eventually I found out after putting up posters that it belonged to an old couple who both died together, and their child was in hardship so couldn't look after it and also it was 8 years old and they live roughly for 12-15 years I had it for another 6 years.
Guarantee he was dumped on them. Someone knew they were good with their dogs, maybe just drove by & saw them one day, & left him. Love how she felt bad about rehoming him-he didn't get along with the other pets so she had to (he seems like an attention hog, love those types but they don't really like sharing their humans).
It's a bummer and sad when stray dogs just appear. I know of another dog years ago that was found on the streets. She was a puppy. Got to the animal shelter and no one came forward to claim her. So then my friends adopted her. She is the sweetest dog! They were surprised no one claimed her actually. Also- Similar incident happened to me in regards to finding a dog. In 2020 I was walking 2 dogs and found a dog roaming alone. Managed to get the dog & walk it to my car. I started trying to think who could possibly own him. The shelter took him in and he wasn't chipped. No one claimed him so they put him up for adoption. The shelter said he was originally scared of men, not confident, sometimes good with dogs & didn't like cats. I paid the adoption fee to get him a good home. The shelter worked with him- started training him....getting him more confident. Someone adopted him. He is in a great home. I kinda wondered though- who dumped him on the streets and why??
But the owner might have passed away or gone to a nursing home, too. Sometimes the animal who means so much to you won’t mean anything to another person who’s only there to settle an estate, or whatever. I am guessing , of course.
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That dog is precious and I’m so glad he ended up with a wonderful lady to love him.
Look at how excited he is. From the moment they set eyes on him to eating a bowl of food, he is thrilled to be alive
Look at this distinguished gentleman, look at the way he is sitting.❤
Lol..that was the first that popped into my head..!!
Yes
Mmmm yesss 🧐🤣
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Awwwww,… this is so sweet. He is beyond adorable and such a good boy. And the fact that the little old lady who ended up with him said that she had prayed for a dog like that, I was near tears that is so terrific.
He is cute! He looks so happy, i wouldnt be able to resist.
He seems like such a chill dude, i'd love to know his backstory. It's kinda sad he couldn't stay at the home he picked, but that he's the answer to a little old lady's prayers makes me smile.
Who knows? Maybe now he thinks that he loved the old house, but that the one he's at now is so much better!
@@Fairygoblet Yes, especially since he no longer has to deal with not getting along with the other pets that were there. I'm sure everyone is happy with the outcome.
@V. P. N Yet again, dogs rarely ever do that. We don't know if they had a "happy home" before which they most likely didn't if they DID run away. And dogs don't scare the living hell out of the public, that's just not how it works.
@V. P. N You can't just assume they were "very spoiled" because they were alone with no one to care of them. It's obvious you don't actually know and are just making assumptions.
@V. P. N I don't think she would do that, she would probably shoo it away or try and get a home for it.
Awe he is so precious. He has claimed the home. So glad he found a home.
Hello 👋
He is absolutely precious. That tail never stops wagging. ❤
He certainly is a cutie & does his best to worm his way into people's hearts! So glad they were able to find him a furever home.
Wow! I literally had a 1-2 year old anatolian shepherd that looks just like this show up at my grandparents property on the middle of nowhere. People abandon their pets near this property all the time. I took her in and she's the best dog in the world. Super protective of us and our other pets, and amazing around children. I would love to have another of the same breed but their puppies can go for $5k.
Wow beautiful Dogs !, sad how people abandon their pets , they are family I could never do that ! 5 k that is a lot ! We really do not need anymore babies born in this world , our world has an over abundance of pets now that are homeless, living in woods, streets, trying to survive in freezing cold !, it’s not fair to them , every time another breeder or family has another litter, that’s a lot of Pets out their dying m we have enough Pets in the Shelters across the world looking for forever homes, literally dying minute by minute , Adopt a dog from a shelter, or save a stray ! People need to go to jail for these crimes and we need to pass along To GET THEIR PETS FIXED! China just killed 10k stray dogs last year for food ! , that’s not including other countries and that’s not including cats , they stack them a squash them like trash before a very painful death! They tape puppies mouths and bind their feet before slaughter . Let’s not support this by buying dogs or having litters ! Ty God Bless 🙏🏾♥️
@@Tj-dd9ws My God that is terrible!!!!
you got lucky with a free expensive dog that change your world!
I have the same dog like this too that I found in the middle of the night during my night run followed me all the way home. No one claimed it. Very sweet protective and smart dog.
Just wait a little, the next a..hole surely will abandon his dog so that it can find his way to you
Aww got melted my heart! sweet baby Walter OMG I'm glad you found a new forever home for him he deserved it
Walker*
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I do wonder who would give up such a sweet dog? Really heartbreaking when that happens.
He is the cutest thing. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
How wonderful that he was answer to someone's prayers & she got them together! Well done there!
I don't get it. Why would the old woman have to pray for a dog? There are already a lot of homeless dogs at shelters to adopt.
@@lukassvensson2326 I can't get to a shelter or transport a pet home. The last dogs I've had have been given to me & were answers to prayer & we are all better for it. Try to imagine how things are for others & don't assume their circumstances are the same as yours. 👵 🐕
@@maryvaughn7886 Chill, I wasn't disrespectful at all. I just wondered why you had to pray for a dog since there are so many at shelters. Shelters drive the dogs to your home also since they really want to get their dogs homes.
@@lukassvensson2326 Where are these shelters? I've adopted almost all of my pets from shelters over the years & have never seen that service offered. I do know that some, or maybe most, rescue groups offer that, however.
And, in case you were wondering about my non-shelter pets. I rescued 3, & had 2 (1 dog, 1cat) literally walk in to my home! So I guess that, technically, they adopted me!!
@@maryvaughn7886 btw, this is the last time you threaten me and my family. I've called the cops. Death threats are never acceptable. Never!
You went above and beyond. Respect to you and your family for your compassion.
That was meant to be, the dog answered the lady's prayers & she got him brilliant & so happy for the both of them ❤❤❤❤
It would've been nice if we saw a photo of this little old lady and her home.
This lady and her family was so kind to this dog. God bless them always.
The extra mile this family went for this abandoned dog is wonderful. So kind.
He's adorable! If he showed up at my house, that's his house now too 🥰 glad this lady found him a loving home ❤
I had a cat years ago that did the same thing, I looked after him for a while but he didn't get along with pet cat at the time so I found him a new home too
The way he was just maxing and relaxing in that patio chair. Too cute 🥰. Happy he found a new forever home.
Thank you for caring glad Walker has a nice new home❤❤
This is so heartwarming. He really seems like a sweetheart and it sounds as if he did indeed find a good home after all.
Years ago we had a dog like this come to our house. He was a Yellow Lab, and he was the smartest, most human-oriented dog we ever had. He was gentle to our young sons, babies, other pets, and puppies and kittens, and fit right in with our pets. He knew the difference between playing rough and someone who is a threat and he would protect his family like a Grizzly Bear protects her cubs. There is a reason why animals just show up at your doorstep and don't leave. They are God sent for a purpose. a few years after he came to claim our house as his, my husband left the boys and me. I don't know how I would have made it through the first few years of my life after the divorce had it not been for Nick to lean on and protect us.
thats adorable
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Awwwwwwwwwww, thanks for sharing! God bless you and your family.
Well,it's said if you want true love, get a dog. Your love found you.
This dog has a special place in my heart, so friendly with a Waggy tail. The old lady prayed for a dog just like him, she is the luckiest lady in the world.
He's such an affectionate loving darling
He's a beautiful baby with lots of personality. He definitely knows how to pull the heart-strings. Glad he has a home.
This dog is so friendly & wanting to give love: a keeper.
Amen 🥰
Wow amazing! 4 years ago that looks a lot like this dog showed up at our house. We live way out in the country on a farm - nearest neighbor is 3 miles. Know everyone for miles. He made himself right at home - great dog. Been with me ever since. Goes everywhere with me. Dogs are the best kind of people. 😊
Yes, they are!
We had the same experience several years ago. Best dog ever. Had her for over 10 years.
I just love that smile & the wagging of his tale! Adorableness! Bless her heart she cared when a lot of people wouldn't or didn't & she answered a prayer , that is one classy lady! thanks so much for giving the dog a forever home & bringing happiness to someone else that means so much to us animal people!
I would have adopted him, he was so happy and excited sitting in that patio chair he just wanted someone to say hi and love him !!!
Me too. He's sweet and beautiful.❤️
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Really? even if this dog didn't get along with your other pets? you would have one helluva of a nasty emviroment.
Same. Idc if I have 10 animals. I would not be able to turn him away. 💔
It also takes awhile for your pets to adjust to a new one in the pack, took some of my cats a month when I took in a stray then everything was good after that, of course they fight sometimes like siblings do but they also protect and love each other.
🐶🧡 What a beautiful face he has! Bless this family for caring for him, giving him love and finding him a good home. The dog and that little old lady are happy!
You done the best thing possible look after him feeding, searching and getting him a great home. Thank you.
Dang if that last part didn’t just put a lump in my throat ❤️ thank you for taking care of him and finding him a good home.
The home owners didn't know this but, the dog bought the house back in 1998 and was wondering why these people were in his home. He just chilled on the new furniture that they furnished (thank you) and waited because he was locked out. He was also a little perturbed that 2 new dogs were in his house. He didn't mind going to live with the old lady but y'all owe him some money for the house 😂🐕 💖
😂😂😂.
Very cute!! 🤣🥰🤣
Yeah, he certainly appeared to have claimed that home, he also appeared to be used to sitting on furniture & doing tricks as well...which makes me wonder if he hadn't escaped someone's vehicle or home.
My dog is an escape artist & he can open any type of door handle too, from letting his companions & himself out of indoor kennels & outdoor kennel/play yards, to opening car doors from the inside & letting his companion & himself out, or opening the door from the outside & letting his friends out of the vehicle, to letting himself in or out of different houses, garages, a 5th wheel...we have to make sure house & 5th wheel doors are locked, kennels & play yards have padlocks, car doors have lock on window, child lock on door & that his leash is secured to seatbelt; he's even chewed his way out of halters, collars, leashes, dog runs, & if he couldn't open the outdoor play yard door because of padlock, he climbed up the cyclone fence, pushed his way through the roof of the outdoor kennel/play yard, pulled the cyclone wires apart at the base, dug beneath it & actually pulled his fat little pug companion out. We couldn't keep him off the furniture, so we got him an old used leather armchair, put a big fluffy blanket on it, so that he wouldn't tear up the leather & that's his designated location...other than his bed. He needs structure & a set routine or he gets himself into trouble & everything needs to be dog-proofed. It's like having a child & he's just as intelligent & devious..he understands everything that is said & watches every move, so nummies need to be placed high where he can't open doors & cupboards to help himself. No one believed me when I told them that he understands everything that they say, never forgets a face, even if he met them only once, can recognize the vehicles of different people, can recognize where he's going in the car & can open doors... until they witnessed it for themself.
@@imgoldenspyder9409 Oh, I know how human-like they can be. In the 70s to 80s I swore our black & white lab was one of my siblings. He was smart as a whip. We had a lock on our fence so he couldn't get out. Well, he watched the boxer across the street jump right over her fence and _jump_ he went over ours. He followed her wherever she went. She was his boss. 😂 When it was time for them to come home she would jump back over her fence and he would jump back over his. And then they were home as if NOTHING ever happened. I miss that dog. 💖💖
Jay's mini dog story should be published. I enjoyed it. 😊
Beautiful story. Glad Walker found a forever home, he`s gonna make this old Lady happy.
Boy, the old lady who got this dog received something very special. You can tell by the demeanor of this dog that it will be a special companion and will change a life.
Such a sweet dog, so cute sitting on the comfy chair cushion. Glad he was taken care of while finding a permanent home I would've loved seeing the new owner with her dog. Im sure she's a sweet old lady and they're so happy together 🥰
He seems so friendly, glad it worked out for everyone. 🥰🥰
He's adorable. Love the disposition. Lots of tail wags! Glad he found a new safe place!
And he's a real talker, to!
What a wonderful story. Walker is so sweet, and he certainly picked the right porch to lounge on. This beautiful family gave him and his new mommy their happy ending. "An answer to prayer " explains it all. Win-Win. I love it. ❤️😍❤️
Thank you for taking care of him and finding him a loving home. ❤️
Hello Tamara how are you doing today.
One day when I got home from work and was unlocking our front door I heard 3 dogs barking from inside our house- instead of just the 2 we actually owned. I’d been gone for 6 hours and my husband was out of state at the time. We had a fenced back yard and a doggy door. When I went inside there was a mysterious Jack Russell. He’d found a way to crawl under our fence and join our family. He’d facilitated his own introduction to our dogs all by himself & had clearly passed their tests to be a part of the family. I asked around our cul de sac, found the owners, took him home. He kept coming back, I scoped the fence line but I couldn’t figure out how he was getting in. We did this dance with him for about 5 months. When it was winter I’d wake up at 3 am to him jumping on my bed and wiggling his cold little body under the sheets to warm up. Eventually my husband went to the owners and asked if we could just keep him. They’d had a baby and Duke (the dog) had lost his place on the totem pole. So Duke became ours. He was always meant to be ours, he just knew it before we did. ❤️
awww I love this - Duke is very blessed!!!!!
@@debbiebrumfield1007 thank you! He was a really good boy. He even brought a gift that first day- when I opened the door there was a fairly long garden snake. I had my two dogs doing the happy dance, Duke, who was doing the “please-accept-me-I’m-a-good boy” wiggle and then the snake. Thankfully it was unharmed and I managed to nudge it out the door quickly. The first few minutes were crazy fun. Our dogs never brought in anything like that, so I’m sure it was Duke. 🐍😊
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Sweet, indeed, the boy was “bursting” of personality and your story sounds just as heart warming.
Nicely done. We need more people like you in this world.
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This is one of the cutest stories I’ve ever heard😊He desperately wanted to stay with u all! So happy u and ur husband asked to keep him! Do u all have a Tik Tok or anything showing ur three dogs?!
@@gin3314 I’m sure I could find some. I recently moved and cleared out a storage unit so am still working my way through stuff. Our first dog as a couple was from a box of 4 week old puppies in front of a grocery store- I walked in and bought a big bag of puppy food. She was a tiny little beagle /lab mix and we named her Trial, cause my husband joked that she was on a trial basis. The second one I found on the highway in rural Alaska- 20 miles in either direction to humans and it was February. So it was brutally cold w/ no water available. The snow wasn’t soft fluffy snow, it had a hard top shell. I saw 2 cars a mile ahead of me tap their brakes, slow down then speed up. They were so far ahead of me, I assumed it was a moose. When I finally got close enough to see my heart just broke, he was just walking along so slowly with his head down. Didn’t even barely glance at me. I couldn’t leave him out there. Opening the car door and inviting him in was one of the best decisions of my entire life. He was a big dog, so while he settled in we’d say oh the big dog wants out or big dog wants in … eventually that became his name. Duke came much later, but still while Big Dog & Trial were young enough for the three of them to bond. I’m seriously going to be looking for pictures cause now I want to see them again, so much. I don’t think people should ever have to go in search of a special pet… they find you when the time is right, whether it’s God or the universe- I’ve never been steered wrong, not one time. The best pets I’ve ever had are the ones I didn’t know I was going have the morning I woke up. Hands down. ❤️