Dog Appreciative Of Kindness Cried Like A Human

Not Trusting Humans

It was clear the poor animal had some trust issues for humans, so she hid under a van to avoid all contact with them. All manner of terrible things could have happened to the poor animal, from being abused by cruel people, to being chased by other stray dogs. All in all, the animal was in a pitiful state. Loreta had to try and use the food she had to get her a little closer but still unwilling to come out.

Not Trusting Humans

Approaching With Care

The dog was scared obviously, so Loreta knew she had to approach with care and caution in hopes the poor dog wouldn’t run away. Also, they wanted not to cause her to get violent as they got closer. Although many people will have nothing but good intentions when they try to rescue stray dogs, it is vitally important that we remember that many of them might be in a panicked or angry state, and will react violently to our approach.

Approaching With Care

She’ll Pass

After watching the dog for some time, and doing her best to speak sweetly and lovingly to the cowering animal. She then decided that he would not react with aggression, and began making her approach. Getting close to the dog had Loreta pulling back a little after she started crying, literally like a human. The shrill and agonized sound was enough to break anyone’s heart. Undoubtedly, the dog was scared of humans and naturally terrified.

She Will Pass

First Time Experiencing This

Hope For Paws made a YouTube post with the crying pup, and at first, they thought she was hurt, but it was her fear of humans that made her cry like that. You can find the video under the title ‘Homeless German Shepherd cries like a human! I have never heard anything like this!!!’ The proof of the cry is there! You might wonder what kind of monster would abuse, terrify, or attack a dog, but out on the streets, there are few rules.

First Time Experiencing This

Slow to Victory But it is Sure

The cheeseburger didn’t do anything at first, but after a while, the dog started to slow on crying and had a piece of the burger but still not coming out. The dog was clearly starved, and probably had not eaten well in a long time, but its natural instincts stopped it from giving in completely to the mouthwatering treat. Amidst this happening, Loreta was still worried about the dog being in such a panicked and painful state.

Slow To Victory But It Is Sure

A Dog Unknown

No one knew where the dog came from or what her history was leading to being here. As such, Loreta had to be careful, she wouldn’t attack out of fear, and though she was concerned about saving the pup, she was also focusing on her safety. As you can see from the picture, this dog was completely terrified, and did not seem capable of attacking the humans that it was so terrified of. That face of misery and fear is haunting.

A Dog Unknown

Slowly Lightening Up

That being said, stray dogs can be unpredictable. Their mental state is a broken one, filled with fear, pain, and misery, and their moods can change in an instant. Loreta had to approach with caution as a dog this size could be dangerous, especially if that scared. She had to also exercise patience above everything else so the dog wouldn’t attack out of fear. This patient and sensitive approach came from much experience in the field.

Slowly Lightening Up

The Capture

Keeping their best interest at heart – safety – they tried one of the most commonly used capturing methods of many dogs’ rescuing agencies. It includes using a rope with a hole at the end to go around the dog’s neck should he/she put their heads close enough. Of course, the last thing that a terrified dog wants to do is put its head in a noose, but there are special ways of prompting a dog to be more compliant.

The Capture

Being Defensive

Countless times humans have been attacked by dogs who are in similar positions as this dog was because they got too close. It generally happens because they are scared and terrified and are only trying to protect themselves as they see the potential rescuer as a threat. Although these people were only trying to help, the dog is stuck in a state of paranoia and panic, seeing humans as nothing but threats, which they sadly often are.

Being Defensive

Bribe for Good

Sometimes you have to bribe them to lure them into coming to you, and Loreta used a cheeseburger as that luring tactic. Just like a fisherman who uses bait, she was hopeful it would help to get this dog out. The dog’s mind and body were then fighting each other. It was deathly starved, but the possible threat of more pain and abuse was holding it back from giving in to temptation. But was it going to work? Let’s dig in to find out…

Bribe For Good

Not Yielding to the Food

But the cheeseburger was not tempting enough for this dog that had undoubtedly suffered terribly at the hands of cruel people. Whatever nastiness had been inflicted on the pooch, it was bad enough that it would rather bury itself in a hole than nourish itself. Many found it surprising when the dog didn’t cool down and approach the cheeseburger as food is known to quell their fears. Instead, she curled further under the car away from everyone.

Not Yielding To The Food

Had Enough of Humans

It was evident this poor dog had had enough of humans that she was scared to trust them even when food was involved. Well, this dog was willing to sacrifice her hunger rather than trusting a group of humans, even if it meant they were trying to help her. You might not be able to understand this dog’s mindset if you have been lucky enough to live a mostly peaceful life, but for dogs on the street, survival depends on hiding from any potential threat.

Had Enough Of Humans

A Long Wait

If the dog didn’t have such high trust issues, the rescue would have been completed in a much shorter time. But Eldad and Loreta were willing to be patient with her, and getting her out by force was out of the picture. Patience is one of the most important virtues of a dog rescuer, and those that do it for a living or in their free time will happily spend hours or days trying to secure a stray dog safely and peacefully.

A Long Wait

Aborting Help Tactic

But at some stage, a dog rescuer has to be bold and try their luck, especially in this case where the dog seemed completely uncooperative or interested in any of their baiting tactics. It was time for Loreta to go in for the rescue, as there seemed to be no other way. At one point, Loreta placed a lasso around her neck, but the dog’s reaction triggered her to release. It was too evident the dog was scared to death of everything that was happening.

Aborting Help Tactic

Running for Safety

The team was trying to reduce the fear level of the dog as it was clear she was too terrified to handle anything else. When she was freed from the lasso, she ran away, so the team had to try something else. Other than risking being bitten, a dog rescuer knows full well that a failed attempt at grabbing a dog can cause them to flee into even harder spots to rescue them from. They had to brainstorm new ways so the dog could trust them.

Running For Safety

Looking a Safe Haven

The dog had now scurried off into an incredibly tight location that even the smallest humans would struggle to fit into. But Eldad would be quick enough mentally and physically to ensure that the pooch wouldn’t go anywhere else for once. After leaving from under the vehicle, the dog thought she would be safer between two buildings that were behind the vehicle, but Eldad beat her to it with a net to surround the containers.

Looking A Safe Haven

Mision Safety

When there was no other option, the dog would have to come out, and the team would be there awaiting her. However, the real question on hand was how long the dog would take to come out. Although the dog could not last forever without food or water, it had proven itself to be incredibly tough and could easily go on for days without further sustenance. Loreta and Eldad had to cancel every plan for the rest of the day to try and save this scared dog.

Mision Safety

Holding Out

The dog was bombarded with a helping hand on both openings of the buildings he was trying to hide. Eldad had one end, and Loreta had the next waiting for her to give up and just let them save her. Hours had passed by this stage, and despite how tired they were both beginning to feel, their enthusiasm had not wained. They were in this for the long run, and Eldad videoed the whole scene on his phone.

Holding Out

The Cries Continued

While the pooch had fallen silent for some time while hiding in its narrow hiding place, the emotions would soon become too powerful to contain. After being there for a while, the dog started whining and crying again, but before long, she started listening to the soothing talks of Loreta. It was heart-wrenching to listen to the poor dog crying in that manner, but the rescuers were encouraged to see that the dog was starting to consider their intentions.

The Cries Continued

Calming Down

As she cried and locked herself in the space, she dropped her ears as a signal to say she was scared but wanted to trust them. This is a mixture of submission and fear that dogs do to show another animal that they are no longer a threat and to not be hurt any longer. So, they gave her a few minutes to calm down so she would be less terrified. That was surely a relief for the team.

Calming Down

Cowering But Giving In

The dog finally seemed to have developed a bit of trust for Loreta, and if not trust, then was finally giving up the lengthy fight. As she calmed down, Loreta was able to get the snare gently around her neck and pull her to safety in her arms. The dog was cowering and still a bit jittery, but that was understandable. They now had to get her to safety at a vet for a check-up.

Cowering But Giving In

Slow to Give In

As she calmed down, Loreta was able to get the snare gently around her neck and pull her to safety in her arms. The dog was cowering and still a bit jittery, but that was understandable. They now had to get her to safety at a vet for a check-up. Who knew how long this dog had been on the streets for, and what kinds of injuries, infections, and other nasty conditions this pooch had endured?

Slow To Give In

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Word of Encouragement

While they were working on getting her out, they had to be encouraging her how they knew best to while being highly patient with her. Bear in mind, animals can be fragile, especially when they are traumatized. The dog might have been complying with their wishes, but she was still in a very bad way mentally and physically, and the rescuers were always conscious that she could turn on them in a split second. That is just the nature of scared animals.

Word Of Encouragement

Giving Her a Sweet Name

First things first, this dog needed a name! Seeing as they found her on a rainy morning and all alone, they decided to name her Rain. Throughout the whole process, though, she kept her tail tucked between her legs but was making lots of progress with the team. When a dog tucks its tail in between its legs, it usually means that it is afraid, but it can also mean that it is on the defensive, and so caution should never be thrown to the wind.

Giving Her A Sweet Name

The Tail

In the end, the rescuers were convinced that the tail was a clear signal that though she was giving in and starting to trust her rescuers, she was still fearful and terrified about the whole thing. She was also still quivering and crying. Can you imagine being so terrified and upset that even when you are in safe hands, the fear continues to drive you to hysterics? It was clear that above all else, Rain’s mental health would need the most attention.

The Tail

Growing Progress

As the dog came out slowly, Eldad added another leash to increase their safety and gently petted her head to give her the reality that she was safe. The dog surprisingly accepted the strokes from Eldad and decided to go into the cage. It is amazing how a lifetime of abuse can so quickly be rectified with a bit of tender loving care. Of course, Rain was far from calm, but at least her hysterical state was starting to calm.

Growing Progress

Still Coward and Shy

Even though progress was coming on, it was evident. Rain was still cowardly and unsettled. At different intervals, when they thought she was okay, they would hear her give out a loud whimper and shy away. This dog was not just going to simply give in to these strange humans and trust them with her life. She was so used to humans being cruel that it would take a long time for her to be convinced that animals on two legs are friends.

Still Coward And Shy

Timid

While still showing signs of timidity, Rain allowed Eldad to pet her as she slowly lightened up to the two. A change was dawning for the dog, and she was starting to realize that maybe, she was finally in safe hands. It was huge progress, especially knowing she didn’t want them to come near her. The dog also allowed them the opportunity to lead her to their car. Was she going to happily go with them?

Timid

Filled With Tension

If the rescuers believed that Rain was going to come with them calmly when they saw signs of her calming down, the situation would soon change. While they were leading Rain to the car, and she was cooperating, it was clear her body language spelled everything tense and filled with grief and emotion. She was pretty jumpy and relentless, thinking they would hurt her. It seemed like Rain was cooperating more out of fear than hope.

Filled With Tension

Having Drawbacks

She wasn’t giving in so easily as she needed to make sure they were taking her to safety while leading her to the cage they would carry her in. It was essential that Rain be properly secured so that she could not run away again, but was this going to be feasible given her current state? They wanted to do a vet assessment to make sure she was okay and, of course, bathe her as she badly needed one.

Having Drawbacks

A Face of Hope

As she was being carried to the cage, Rain suddenly noticed someone who looked all too familiar, holding the opening of the cage. It was Carey Linnell. Linnell was the one who made the initial call to the shelter, and instead of getting in the cage, Rain went straight into Linnell’s arms. Everyone was shocked to see Rain being friendly with a human being after she had shown nothing but fear and mistrust. What kind of relationship did Rain and Linnell share?

A Face Of Hope

Someone to Trust

Rain’s response was as though she knew Linnell and had that level of trust for her, and they watched as the dog ran up to her willingly. Suddenly, Rain was brightening up, and was actually enjoying the touch of a human being. The woman and the dog seemed to have some kind of history. Somehow she had the feeling Carey was there to help her. Rain had difficulty trusting the rescuers, but with Carey, she seemed at ease.

Someone To Trust

Help from all Angles

Her actions were a sign of gratitude towards Carey for helping her, and it was a beautiful sight to behold. In a world where she had been shown so little affection and kindness, Rain was happy to show how thankful she was to those that treated her with dignity, respect, and love. Loreta and Eldan were pleased with the efforts they made to help, and so was Carey. It seemed like the situation was looking up!

Help From All Angle

Unbelievable

As she stood there in the arms of the one she trusted, she did the amazing things by heading over and walking into the cage at free will. Everyone was so pleased with the progress the dog had made in the short period. It seemed like Carey had convinced Rain that nothing bad was going to happen, and that if she went inside of the cage, that everything would be alright and that good people would take care of her.

Unbelievable

Entering the Cage

Rain went into the cage with ease, and this came as a huge surprise to everyone. After doing her best to escape from the rescuers, this moment of cooperation was incredible. She seemed to be so comfortable while doing it and knowing she felt so safe in such a small space. The dog had calmed down a whole lot, and no one knows what triggered her to go into the cage, but they were all happy.

Entering The Cage

Assessing Her New Environment

There were pillows in the bottom of the cage, so whether it was that or it was seeing Carey, Eldad and Loreta were just happy she decided to go in. But, as we would all expect, she started sniffing around and constantly turned to look at her rescuers. Of course, Rain still had no idea what was about to happen, but at least she was surrounded by good people that would not harm or betray her.

Assessing Her New Environment

Relaxed

As soon as she finished sniffing and checking out the cage space, she seemed to be the calmest dog you could ever imagine. She had stopped whining and went to relax, another move that caught Loreta off guard in thinking what was happening. It seemed like Rain was full of surprises. You can imagine that Rain had lived in the worst conditions possible if a cage was a preferable place to relax in, as opposed to her previous arrangement.

Relaxed

Joy Within

After the dog was in the cage, she started smiling for a while and even slightly wagging her tail in excitement. It was obvious she realized the team was there to help her and not harm like her previous experience. Loreta and Eldad had to keep wondering what could have led the poor dog to be scared of humans the way she was. Still, their hearts were warmed to see the poor dog cheering up and relaxing.

Joy Within

A Dog’s Curiosity

As they moved the cage to the car, Rain got a little curious to know what was happening but glad she didn’t panic. She somehow sensed the cage she would be safe from harm and danger, so she just laid there checking out the surrounding she was in. If you know anything about dogs, then you know that they love being taken for rides in a car! But where did Rain think that she was headed to?

A Dogs Curiosity

A Meal and a Bath

Well, finally, Rain gave in to enjoy the burger she was being given from the onset of her rescuing. She began wagging her a little harder than before as she gobbled down her sandwich. She was all set and ready to go to the vet where she would get some good ole’ TLC in a doggy spa with plenty of love, hugs, and cuddles. Rain hoped in her heart that the dark times had finally ended.

A Meal And A Bath

A New Life

After the wash of a lifetime, it was time for more treatments. The amazing dog was now at the stage where she was going to get the chance to turn a new page in her life after the vet did some tests and grooming. For sure, Rain deserved a good life where her character would show what kind of heart she had. She also needed that one home where she would be loved and cared for and become a part of the family.

A New Life

She Liked The Pampering

Though she had a terrifying start to her day, she had a transformation like no other before the day ended. After getting a well-deserved bath and some cuddles, no one couldn’t tell where she was coming from, and she got to realize her rescuers were kind-hearted humans just trying to help her. As you can see from the picture, Rain was in pure bliss at the wonderful care and treatment that she was finally receiving.

She Liked The Pampering

The Doggy Spa

It seemed as though it was her first-ever chance to experience life in a doggy spa, and she welcomed it with open paws. She stood as the soapy sud ran down her nose, and the warm water splashed across her back. Not to mention the soothing hands of her masseuse – she loved it. This was pure heaven for the doggy, whose life had consisted of so much pain and trauma beforehand. She was experiencing a magical transformation!

The Doggy Spa

Adjusting

Though Rain didn’t have a chip, the team could tell she once had a family based on her response to the family-like setting. It was clear she was once a pet, but what caused her to be out there was unknown. The reasons for a dog’s downfall from beloved family pet to abandoned stray are numerous, but not all dogs will live in happy homes. Many run away from desperate situations, unloving homes, and cruel owners.

Adjusting

Not Turning Down the TLC

The beautiful Rain was in no way saying no that all that TLC as it was noticeable that she was adjusting to the tender love they were showering on her. After all, they never expected her to come around the way she did after how scared and timid she was. When the rescuers first encountered Rain, they could have never dreamed that she would have taken to them so quickly and so warmly. The last thing that this dog had wanted was human contact, only hours before.

Not Trusting Humans

Feeling Free

After being cleaned up and ready to go, Rain came over to Loreta calmly and just relaxed on her. For a minute, Loreta was wondering if it was the same dog as she was acting completely different. A couple of hours spent at the vet made her lighten up and started showing just how sweet she was. All of Rain’s health issues were being swiftly dealt with by the experienced vet, who had healed countless strays.

Feeling Free

A New Character

She became a different dog, and it was a few hours that saw her making all those new adjustments and becoming so relaxed. Just imagine, all it took was a cheeseburger, a medical check-up, a nice bath a little trust, and we have a brand new cuddly dog. Dogs do not ask for much. All that they need is to be loved, played with, fed nicely and a safe environment to thrive in. This is the least that we as humans can provide.

A New Character

A New Start

Of course, we can see the best is yet to come for Rain as two weeks after the story of her rescue went out, a potential family came checking up about her. Many people had heard Rain’s story and were desperate to take her into a wonderful home where she would never be scared again. Wouldn’t you love to make Rain your fur baby? Could this be the break she was looking for with a happy home and family?

A New Start

A Cheerful Dog

There was a positive transformation in Rain’s life, and as the days went by, everyone wondered if this was the same dog that was crying in the parking lot. She went around the center as a happy and cheerful dog. So many dogs do not get to enjoy a second chance at life, but Rain was one of many dogs that good people like those that work at Hope For Paws were liberated from desperation.

A Cheerful Dog

Loving Her New Family

Once you give her a belly rub, she would be one of your best friends and would get the legendary “paw shake” she gave to everyone who petted her. Rain was comfortably and joyfully adjusting to her new life, and her old one was far behind her. She knew that she would never have to return to the streets again. All that she had to do now was wait for a loving family to welcome her into their home. Then, two weeks later, Rain was rescued.

Loving Her New Family

Love Struck

Within two weeks of being rescued, another potential rescuer came in to find a dog to love. Loreta took them to a rescue shelter to show them another dog who needed love and attention, but Rain was the center of a “love at first sight” experience. How could anyone resist Rain’s enormous puppy eyes and incredibly expressive face? She was such a good-natured and friendly animal that just wanted to make people happy. The rescuer, Allison Dunbar, wanted to go home with Rain.

Love Struck

The Perfect Home Awaits

Being rescued by Allison would mean Rain would go into a home where the family loved dogs with a passion. This was what Rain was truly longing for, and this may just have been the best day of her life since her previous experiences. As much as she had loved her time at the rescue shelter, and would always be incredibly grateful to them for saving her life, she needed a proper home with a garden and plenty of space.

The Perfect Home Awaits

Let’s Test Her Out

Allison has another dog at home, so she wanted to do a test run to see how well Rain would fit in with her other pet. While Rain had proven to be a hit among humans, her behavior around other dogs had yet to be tested, and who knew how she would take to Allison’s other pooch? So, Allison took her dog to the rescue center to meet Rain, and the two hit it off instantly! She couldn’t have been happier with the response.

Let’s Test Her Out

Perfect Match

Allison’s dog Ernie and Rain seem to like each other from the onset, and she was not planning to treat Rain any differently than she treated her dog. This move allowed him to fit in with ease, and Allison knew having Rain at home would be one of the best decisions she ever made. As you can see from the picture, the two dogs had bonded instantly and they had become best friends! Their closeness is completely evident.

Perfect Match

A New Home

Rain got a forever home because of the love Allison had for her. Besides, she now had a best friend named Ernie, who had a cheerful spirit like her. Rain could now wander around the airy, big home at her pleasure, and the garden was a phenomenal experience for her every time. Dogs love nothing more than a big, open garden with plenty of grass! The Dunbars took her in and even changed her name to match perfectly with her personality.

A New Home

Her Classy Name

The Dunbars renamed her to match with the spirited personality she had. When she got home, her family nicknamed her ‘Sassy Pants Dunbar’. For sure, it fits her, and she loves it. While we only saw the sweet, affectionate, and playful side to Rain, clearly her new owners had come to recognize and appreciate some of her cheekier qualities! It was wonderful to see Sassy Pants’ natural personality flourishing and to be unafraid to express herself completely.

Her Classy Name

Adventurous

Since going to her new home, Sassy Pants has been exploring and has up her game in being adventurous. She was running around, sniffing everything, and sure enough, her mom could not help but be happy that she was comfortable in her new home. This god, that had once been paralyzed with fear and could not move out of the tightest spots out of fear, was now boldly going wherever her curiosity and adventurous spirit took her.

Adventurous

Introducing Sassy Pants to the World

Allison took to her Instagram page and wrote, “Introducing Sassy Pants Dunbar. Rescued off the streets of South Central by @hopeforpawrescue. (They called her Rain b/c they found her crying in the Rain). A heartbreaking backstory for this senior girl. But I’m going to make it all up to her.” You can be sure that Sassy Pants would make anyone’s Instagram an inspiringly joyful place for people to be motivated to adopt more rescue dogs.

Introducing Sassy Pants To The World

Life-changing Experience

Allison’s life was changed for good because she took Sassy Pants in, but more importantly, the dog’s life was changed for the best since moving in with her new mom. Just imagine, a few weeks earlier, Sassy Pants didn’t even want to be close to anyone, yet now she loves her new family, including Ernie. While dogs can get so much love and respect from humans, it is also important that they have friends of their own species, too.

Life Changing Experience

Bonding Moment

Sassy Pants blended in with her family the moment she got home and has been learning a lot from her big brother, Ernie. Sassy Pants had probably never had a doggy idol to look up to and learn healthy dog behavior and skills from. They all love spending time together, and the form she is in now is opposite to the way she was when they just found her. Full of energy more than anything else.

Bonding Moment

Doggy Siblings

Sassy Pants has become an internet sensation since her story went viral. She is a lot happier, especially since she has formed a bond with her brother, Ernie. They always spend time cuddling and hardly leave each other’s side. It’s the sweetest ever. Imagine being a celebrity and not even knowing how famous you are! If only she knew that there were countless people out there that wanted to so badly play and cuddle Sassy Pants.

Doggy Siblings

Full of Tricks and Jokes

Being one of the best cuddlers ever, Allison has also agreed to the fact that Sassy Pants is full of tricks and jokes and knows how to be silly all the time. Sassy Pants is always doing something to bring smiles to Allison’s face, especially the countless times she found Sassy sitting in the shower. This was a whole new world for Sassy Pants, after all, and she wanted to explore and interact with it as much as possible.

Full Of Tricks And Jokes

A Goofy Girl

Sassy Pants is always up to some playing, and she loves goofing around. Just imagine her rolling on the carpet in a playful mood and living life the best way she knows how. Allison certainly has no regrets about her decision to take Sassy Pants in especially after seeing how happy she is. Many people worry that rescues will not adapt to a normal home life well and will have behavioral issues, but Sassy Pants proved that this wasn’t so.

A Goofy Girl

Being Scared – A Thing of the Past

Looking back to the time they first met the dog, she was scared of this world and feared everyone. But now, she is just sassy after getting some unconditional love and attention. If you are an animal lover, then one of the best and most rewarding accomplishments is seeing one go from unhealthy and happy to blissful and healthful. More people need to live by the code of ‘adopt, don’t shop’. Instead of purchasing a dog from a breeder, why not visit your local animal shelter?

Being Scared A Thing Of The Past

The Handshake Pup

Sassy Pants has this little trick that has melted the hearts of so many people – her “paw-shaking trick.” She loves getting pets and getting a lot of them, she would shake people’s hands to persuade them. After all, she had perfected the skill over time. Sassy Pants might never have imagined that one day she would be reaching out to humans in her previous life, where she would sprint for the deepest shelter imaginable at just the sight of a person.

The Handshake Pup

Boundless Love

Sassy Pants didn’t pick who she wanted to show love to because everyone who stepped through their doors was always greeted with a wagging tail, kisses, and cuddles. Besides, no one minds getting all that love. Even if you are not a dog person, a few minutes with Sassy Pants will convince you otherwise. She shows unconditional affection for every person that she meets. All that she wants is to get to know you and show you some love!

Boundless Love

Celebrated Dogs

On a special day that celebrates dogs all around the world, Sassy Pants’ mom had an incredible event in store for her. On International Dog Day, Allison Dunbar went on her Instagram page to make the world know she had two of the best dogs ever. She took them to the beach and wrote on her page. “Happy #internationaldogday from Ernest and Sassypants!” This was a sensational day for Sassy Pants, who had never been to the beach before!

Celebrated Dogs

Real Halloween

While Halloween was approaching, Sassy and Ernest made plans with their parents to get the perfect costumes to begin the celebration. Allison uploaded the most adorable pics to her Instagram with the caption: “Sassy and Ernest are serious about Halloween.” Allison dressed Ernest up as a bunny, while Sassy Pants was given a lion costume! We didn’t know that there were Halloween costumes for dogs, but we love that people include them in the festivities.

Real Halloween

Road Tours

Sassy was welcomed to her new home and family with open arms from Allison and some playful paws from Ernest. Allison always posted about her dogs on her Instagram, and during a road trip plan, she wrote: “Sassy Pants was a severely abused senior when we adopted her a few months ago. For the first week, she hid from us, but then she lightened up and realized life could be fun, and there are indeed good people around.

Road Tours

Real Love

Everywhere they go, people are always amazed by Sassy Pants. Allison recently mentioned she went to the bank, and before long, Sassy and Ernie were all over the place getting pats and love from strangers. Well, all it takes is some extra LOVE. While many people do not appreciate it when dogs are brought to public places, this double trouble twosome was too lovable for anyone to get grumpy about their presence. They were simply too adorable and playful!

Real Love

Genuine Welcome

Allison wanted to make the experience the best for Ernie and Sassy, so when they got home, Allison signed them up for a dog-walking program so they would get enough exercise. The Dog Walking & Pet Sitting company they were enrolled in, welcomed them with opened arms with the greeting: “A big welcome to Ernie the Noodles and Sassy Pants – our two new Wigglebutts.” It was time for them to go on some serious adventures!

Genuine Welcome

A Troubling Reality

Sassy Pants’ life may have been saved, and while she will always live in peace, fun, and love, the same cannot be said for so many other dogs out there. Unfortunately, Sassy Pants isn’t the only dog who suffers fear and agony on the streets with no one to love and care for them. By any chance, if you see a stray dog on the streets with no possible home, try as best as possible to get help for them.

A Troubling Reality

Always Prepare to Help

Just as how Hope For Paws saved the life of Rain, you too can do the same for another lonely dog. You have the power to change a life, and it can either be that of a dog or a person. This is a thought to always bear in mind. It doesn’t take much money, time, or effort to make a difference in someone’s life, whether they are a dog or a person. We owe it to those less fortunate to make an effort.

Always Prepare To Help

Life-Changing Actions

A dog’s true personality will never show until they meet someone who loves and cares for them and someone who they can trust. Like Rain was when they found her, the transformation and change brought about a new name to match who she was inside, Sassy Pants – a cheerful dog. The terrified or aggressive state of a stray dog is not their natural or preferred state, it is simply a desperate state of survival.

Life Changing Actions

The mission of Hope For Paws

Being a non-profit animal rescue group, Hope For Paws is based in Los Angeles, California. It was founded by Eldad and Audrey Hagar in 2008 and had since been rescuing animals that were faced with danger, death, and so much more. Just as they rescued Rain, they have been helping thousands of other animals. They have so many amazing stories like this one to share, and hopefully each person that discovers their YouTube channel will be inspired to join in their efforts.

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