Shelter Dog Meal Donation Count:

Learn More

Family Refuses To Pay $20 For Their Missing Dog, Says, “He’s Not Worth It”

By: Dee Michaels
Dee Michaels is a passionate and accomplished writer, renowned for his heartwarming and engaging stories on IHeartDogs.com.Read more
| December 3, 2023

Jake, a blind dog, was discovered walking in a run-down alley in Los Angeles, clearly distressed from his street experiences. He was rescued by the employees at Doggie Protective Services, who were also able to locate his owners. Although the owners agreed to reclaim him, they were annoyed about having to pay a $20 retrieval charge.

Image/Story Source Credit: The Pet Collective Cares via YouTube Video

Jake’s owners flatly refused to pay the small fee, noting that the dog was “not worth it” Jake was saddened as his loved ones abandoned him and drove away. Jake’s sorrows got worse after no one was willing to take a chance on a blind dog.

Image/Story Source Credit: The Pet Collective Cares via YouTube Video

 

Jake was initially taken in by the shelter’s director, Tera. After rehabilitation for several months, he was saved and rescued by a local woman named Heidi. For Heidi, Jake was a total revelation. She had been hesitant to rescue a blind dog but eventually came to the realization that Jake is just like her other dogs, mischievous and full of life. This really made our hearts happy.

 

Image/Story Source Credit: The Pet Collective Cares via YouTube Video

 

Jake is now living the life of a king in his forever home, surrounded by adoring people and canine siblings. People frequently overlook the fact that dogs have excellent all-around senses, and even minor impairments like blindness don’t keep them down if they have suitable caretakers! 

Watch the video below and please ‘SHARE’ with a friend or family member!

Please ‘SHARE’ this story with a friend or family member!