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19-Year-Old Dog Dumped At Shelter Learns To Smile And Play Like A Puppy

By: Julie Hunt
Julie Hunt is an avid dog lover and writer for iHeartDogs.com, and has a background as a veterinary technician. She rescued a beautiful former bait dog named Rory.Read more
| March 16, 2024

In a disheartening act, a family abandoned their 19-year-old dog, Annie, at the shelter, leaving her in a state where she could barely walk. Kind-hearted volunteers stepped in, gently transporting Annie from the shelter to their car, embarking on a journey to a new, loving foster home.

On their way, the volunteers made a heartwarming pit stop to treat Annie to some burgers, a simple joy that lit up her world. Annie, visibly thrilled, devoured the burgers with gusto. It was at this moment that Lauren, who would soon become Annie’s foster mom, saw her photo online and felt an immediate connection, knowing she had to provide a home for her.

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Unbeknownst to Annie, she was on the verge of a new chapter, about to be embraced by a compassionate soul, truly an angel in her life.

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Lauren was told that Annie had about a month to live and she couldn’t fathom leaving her in a shelter to spend her remaining days. Once home, Annie bonded with Lauren and adjusted quickly. Amazingly the elderly dog began to smile! She even started playing with toys again like a puppy! What a miracle!

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The foster mom couldn’t believe her eyes. Lauren then had a genius idea. She wanted to do something special for Annie to celebrate her last days. Lauren, with a big beautiful heart, does the sweetest thing for the deserving dog. Even though Annie’s family was cruel, Annie ended up exactly where she belonged. You have to see what Lauren does for the deserving pup! We have the feels!

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