Many people around the world love to rescue dogs in need.
Even if you don’t expect anything, many dogs still decide to show their gratitude because finally seeing your dog relaxed and happy is enough. Sometimes you can show this appreciation by bringing them a few gifts that you find on your daily walks, or by giving them frequent kisses and hugs, and sometimes it can be more.
The good savior in today’s story received the best gift.
There is no room in the shelter
Kimberly Taylor, adoption coordinator at the shelter in Spring, Texas, recently took in a stray dog named Carol from a popular dog dump in Houston.
“Like many dogs that find themselves on the streets, Carol was a beloved pet at some point in her life. Being heartworm negative at her age tells us preventatives were in use, and while she cannot tell us her tale directly, we can only presume finances got in the way of proper care, and she ended up roaming,” Kimberley told Newsweek.
According to a study by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 6.3 million pets enter US shelters each year. Kimberly also confirmed that shelters in Texas are eligible and do not have space to house stray dogs. This resulted in Carol not being able to stay at the shelter. But his luck was about to change.
Guardian angel
A local woman befriended this stray dog and offered to take him in and take care of him. Carol was so happy that she decided to repay her guardian angel in the best possible way.
Shortly after being cared for by the Good Samaritan, Carol gave birth to puppies. Unfortunately, one of the puppies was stillborn, but all the other six were healthy.
As space became available at the shelter, we were able to accommodate Carol and all her babies and provide a warm and loving environment for our little family. Carol was only two years old and despite having no experience with dogs, she was malnourished and infested with fleas, but she turned out to be the sweetest and most caring mother.
After spending time at the shelter, the little family was adopted by a local family who named the puppies after The Brady Bunch matriarch Carol. The three male dogs are named Bobby, Peter and Greg, and the girls’ names are Marcia, Jan and Cindy. Carol and her babies are living the best life.
“We would like to say Carol has told us all about her amazing adventures on her journey to find us, but for now, the only talking she is doing is the sound of her contented rumbling snores that echo through the room,” Kimberley said.
“The pups seem quite happy to sprawl out on the clean dry towels and enjoy the peace. While it will be some time until they are ready for homes of their own, they are bright lights in an often-dim world. We can’t wait to see all their doggie personalities develop and Carol come out of her shell, but for now, it’s lots of good food, sleep and love and attention for this group,” she added.
Taylor went on, praising both the Good Samaritan and the family who took Carol and her babies in, as they played a critical role in the pup’s life.
“We rely heavily on donations to fund our organization and, without them, life for dogs like Carol and her babies would be dramatically different,” Kimberley concluded.
Final Word
Seeing people working together in order to provide a safe environment for animals in need truly is the best thing ever.
Thank you to all the rescuers and families who have dedicated their lives to dogs like Carol and give them a life filled with happiness, warmth, and love.
I am sure that if animals could talk, they would never stop showering you with words of gratitude. You guys are true heroes. Thank you!
