Some stories will make you believe that miracles are possible!
When Keiko, a rescue dog, was first adopted by Pitti into a loving family, she left her foster home forever. All the puppies in her litter were sold as fighting dogs, and Keiko’s new mother Tawny couldn’t stand the experience. She and her husband had two dogs, so by law she could only adopt one dog, and that dog was Keiko! But less than five months later, something amazing happened!
From dog fights to forever homes
At the time, Tawny and her family wanted to adopt at least one more dog from Keiko’s litter, but their California town only allowed three dogs per household.
“I so badly wanted to adopt Keiko and his brother Niko. But we did what we could and took Keiko home,” Tawny told The Dodo.
Eventually, Keiko’s siblings were adopted into new homes.
Keiko first came to her new home as a sick and emaciated puppy. He needed someone to help him grow, and that someone was Tawny! She did everything she could to help this adorable black and white become a healthy dog. In just a few months, Keiko became one!
He grew up well with his new family and soon became everyone’s favorite! Keiko quickly adjusted to life at home and loved everything about her new family. Five months later, Tawny’s oldest dog died. Both the family and the dog were heartbroken. Then, a few days later, he was randomly scrolling through his phone and saw a familiar face. Keiko’s little brother Nico is out of the trash!
The next morning, Tawny found out that Nico’s foster family was not treating him well.
They finally got him back.
Tawny wasted no time and jumped into action. She and her husband jumped in the car and picked up Nico without hesitation!
When I first met Nico, he was very nice, but also very shy. He didn’t know how to behave at home and had absolutely no social skills. If anyone came near, he would immediately start shaking.
But then Keiko came forward!
As soon as you bring Nico home to California, two long-lost brothers come to life!
“He didn’t know any commands. But the one thing he did know was his brother, Keiko. The moment we brought Niko into the house, both of them lit up,” says Tawny.
They were so happy to finally be together again. After months of being separated, Keiko and Niko remembered each other – and they just couldn’t hide their happiness!
The Pawfect Duo
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Keiko helped Niko open up a lot. With his brother around, Niko slowly came out of his shell, and soon learned how to be a family dog. Despite his timid nature, he was a totally different dog around Keiko.
The two love taking walks together, playing together, taking cozy naps together, and they practically do every single thing together!
“As long as Keiko’s with him, he has no problem going on walks and he loves running on the beach,” says their mom.
Niko rebuilt his confidence, thanks to Keiko, and blossomed into the sweetest lovebug. He still holds on to some parts of his past, but when Keiko’s around, all of his fears fade away.
“Having Keiko for every step of the way really got him through everything.”
In a way, Keiko loves his big brother role, too! He enjoys being there for Niko so much, challenging him to be a more confident dog.
