ANIMALS
Nervous Pups Gather Close At The Shelter After The Owner Leaves Them Without A Word
Pit bulls and their mixes are sometimes in the middle of arguments, called mean and tough by lots of people.
Some pit bulls get a bad reputation because a few of them are trained to fight or protect aggressively, which makes everyone think all pit bulls are like that.
But most of these dogs are really sweet and kind, despite what people might think.
Meet Bridget and Louie, two pit bulls left at a shelter without anyone knowing why, feeling as sad as the dark corner they stayed in.
“It seemed all they had was each other. They needed to learn what love felt like. I wanted to be the one to teach them,” Minda Harris told The Dodo about the strong connection she felt with the pair right away.
Minda and her husband acted quickly without any doubts; they hurried to the shelter to take care of Bridget and Louie, excited to give them a caring place to stay.
While Bridget settled in easily, making herself comfortable on the couch like she belonged there, Louie stayed hesitant and uncertain, sticking close to his sister for comfort and protection.
Even though they were unsure at first, both dogs started to feel more comfortable and got used to living in a home.
Minda taught them everything from simple commands to getting used to sleeping in a crate, helping them adjust to their new life in a caring home.
Especially Louie, who always stayed close to Bridget, even sleeping in her crate, showing how strong their bond was.
The big change happened when Bridget and Louie met Minda’s other dogs.
The happiness of meeting new friends seemed to erase any leftover worries from their past.
“It was amazing how much they opened up by just being in a home,” Minda watched closely, seeing their changes happening right in front of her.
As they got used to their new life, Bridget and Louie stayed strongly attached to each other.
Whether they were playing outside or cuddling on the couch, they always did things together, proving how much they cared for each other and supported one another.
When it was time for them to find a permanent home, Minda was certain they couldn’t be separated.
Monica, who had been watching their progress for months, was just the right fit.
With mixed feelings of happiness and sadness, Minda and her husband set off on the trip to take Bridget and Louie to their forever home in San Diego.
“When you foster, it’s never easy to let go,” Minda shared, thinking about the mix of happy and sad feelings as they said goodbye.
But knowing Monica was perfect for Bridget and Louie made it easier to say goodbye.
They had a new home where they would be loved and looked after forever.
Nowadays, Bridget and Louie are doing really well with Monica.
Louie used to be shy, but now he’s lively and full of energy, while Bridget still loves lounging on the couch and looking out for her brother.
They still stick together all the time, showing how their journey from being scared to being happy has made them even closer.
You can watch their full story in the video here!
