Puppies are adorable, there’s no doubt about that. And as dog lovers, we are known to squeal with delight at the sight of an adorable puppy. But sadly, that may be why most older dogs don’t get noticed much at shelters. The playful little pups are the ones that often get all the attention, while the older dogs get overlooked.
Thankfully, there are some dog lovers out there who know that senior dogs are just as cute as pups, and not only that, they also know that senior dogs are special and they are the ones who need love the most. This is the case for Erin Winn and her husband, Josh Weichel.
Erin and Josh saw a video of a dog who has been overlooked for years–a dog named Padre.
Poor old Padre is a senior Boxer who was surrendered by his family and was brought to the Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary in Ontario, Canada. Padre has degenerative myelopathy, and because of that, every day it gets harder for him to move. So to help him move, Padre was given a wheelchair.
Unlike active pups, Padre was not as playful. People just kept passing him by, because instead of seeing just how special he is, they see a big responsibility.
Thankfully, Clare Forndran of Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary knew just how special Padre was. So she posted a video of him so everyone could see his potential.
A Message From Padre.Padre is a sweet and charming senior boxer who was surrendered to our shelter the week before Christmas. Since arriving, Padre has been diagnosed with a condition called ‘degenerative myelopathy’ – a condition that has no cure. We have had to watch as Padre has gone from running through our paddocks in play, to needing a sling or wheelchair in order to go out for his daily walks. Every day that Padre is with us breaks our hearts, as he has so much love to give, and just needs a family to give it to. After all of the heartache that he has endured in his life, he deserves a retirement filled with love, stability, peace and quiet. Please share this video and help us find Padre the home that he has been waiting for for so long.
Posted by Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary on Tuesday, June 21, 2016
And it so happens that Erin and Josh saw Padre’s video and were moved by it. They wanted to help him and give him the loving home he’s long been searching for.
When Erin saw Padre, it was like love at first sight. So with no hesitation, the couple adopted Padre and their home became his.
At last.
Posted by Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary on Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Thanks to this amazing couple, Padre found the love and the home he has been looking for.
Padre’s extended Dog Tales Family. We will miss him! <3
Posted by Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary on Wednesday, September 7, 2016
If you wish to help dogs like Padre, visit the Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary’s website for more information. You can also check their Facebook Page for updates.
(h/t: The Dodo)
