It’s hard to start living on the streets, and it’s probably even harder to finish living on the streets. Dogs know this better than anyone. Because a dog’s entire world revolves around a loving family. An elderly small dog met a dark fate when he got lost on the street due to his old age and survived alone without anyone’s help. Additionally, he had some health issues, which further complicated the situation. However, one day his fate changes and a new life begins.
Mr. Little survived on the streets
woman holding a dog
One day in early summer 2021, True & Faithful Pet Rescue discovered a small puppy wandering the streets. He was a Pomeranian mix.
Since he was so small, they decided to call him Mr. Little. Despite his size, Little was actually the oldest dog, and they estimated him to be about 12 years old.
Over the years, he had many health problems. He could not walk on his hind legs and had an enlarged heart and a heart murmur. He was also half blind. He required an echocardiogram in order to undergo perineal hernia repair surgery, dental work, castration, and many other surgeries.
But with the help of good people, this brave little warrior emerged victorious. He was given wheels so he could walk on his hind legs and was on long-term medication for his heart condition and cough.
Nothing swayed him from continuing to celebrate his new life and look forward to each new day and what the future brings.
Soon, the future brought the greatest happiness for this little pup.
He Quickly Became A Family Favorite
On July 6, 2023, True and Faithful Pet Rescue posted some happy news on their official Instagram profile.
“We made it to Virginia,” they wrote. “We are a few hours out and will post all pictures and videos of this incredible senior adoption!!”
Mr. Little was heading to his new home in Lake Caroline, Virginia, to the @peewee_brigade to meet his wonderful new parents, as well as his new canine brother and sister, Joey, and Kiku.
Joey and Kiku were rescued senior dogs as well. They were still sad because of the loss of their sister, Cindy, who passed away not too long ago, but the arrival of their new brother healed the wound in their hearts and brightened their future days.
Rocket, as his new mom named him, quickly integrated into the crew and everyone loved him very much. He especially became friends with Joey, with whom he became inseparable.
“Joey and Rocket are both almost blind,” their mom said for GeoBeats Animals. “They seek each other out. And then when they’re touching, they stop and hang out.”
It’s no wonder that Joey took such a liking to him immediately and that they got along so well.
But, Joey wasn’t the only one who fell in love with Rocket because this cute little pup quickly became the favorite neighborhood dog.
It didn’t stop there because Rocket even earned the title of favorite Instadog on their official Instagram profile, and his video became the most viewed of all.
From a semi-paralyzed dog found on the street, Rocket became the most loved dog in the family, as well as an Instagram star.
Every Moment With Him Was Perfect
Rocket’s new family did everything to make him feel good, going through all possible therapies with him, helping him to walk more easily, and providing him with a special diet.
Unfortunately, the years took their toll and that sad day had to come eventually. On December 21, 2022, his mom posted heartbreaking news on her Instagram profile.
“It’s with a heavy heart that I tell you Rocket passed away yesterday. Every moment of his short time with us was perfect. He was a loving, calm, and precious soul ❣️” she wrote.
Rocket, previously known as Mr. Little, crossed the rainbow bridge and left his family, as well as many other people who fell in love with him, in tears.
However, there were also tears of joy because instead of being on the cold street, he ended his earthly life in a warm home with a loving family. And, every moment with him was a gift from God.
Rest in peace, little Rocket.
