Woman Finds Discarded Three-Generation Dog Family and Provides Them with a Fresh Start
July 9, 2023
source: TikTok/houston_dog_rescue
In Houston, Texas, a heartwarming story unfolded as a compassionate woman stumbled upon a distressing scene while returning from work. Between trash cans and old mattresses, two stray canines had sought shelter. Deeply concerned for their well-being, the woman took immediate action and called a nearby rescue group for assistance. This marked the start of an amazing adventure.
The Houston Dog Outreach Guardians swiftly responded to the distress call. However, when they arrived at the location, they were taken aback by the number of dogs in need. Sylvia Lopez, a member of the rescue group, recounted the experience, saying, “We went the next day to assess and set traps as they did not trust us. We quickly managed to trap the momma dog, and we also trapped a young female dog that we believe was her daughter from her previous litter.”
To their surprise, there were even more dogs in need of help. Upon closer inspection, Lopez realized that the mother, father, three daughters, and even the grandmother were all in desperate need of assistance. Determined to rescue the entire family, the team embarked on a tireless effort.
Chasing after the grandma dog proved to be a challenge. Although she initially sprinted away, exhaustion eventually caught up with her, and she surrendered. The rescue crew spent an entire day tirelessly working to capture the dogs, setting traps and patiently waiting for each member of the family.
By the following morning, progress had been made. Daddy and the puppy were trapped. However, the mission was not yet complete. The remaining members of the family were still missing. Lopez left one trap unattended, as it was crucial to retrieve the youngest daughter’s dog.
After reuniting the puppy with her parents and the rest of the family, Lopez and her team returned to check the unattended trap. Finally, the last dog, the young daughter, had been captured. With the entire family now together, they were joyfully reunited at a holding facility. The arduous task of rescuing them had come to a successful end.
Despite the hardships they had endured, the dogs exhibited remarkable resilience and affectionate behavior once they were provided with nourishment and a safe shelter. No pet should ever have to suffer abandonment and neglect.
Fortunately, these dogs found themselves in the loving arms of people who were dedicated to giving them the care they deserved. Daddy Dog, now affectionately named Thomas, continues to display bravery, while the 10-year-old grandma dog delights in the company of everyone and enjoys long walks. With the exception of the two youngest children, Shannon and Christel, who temporarily reside at a rescue center with their grandmother, the rest of the family has found foster homes.
