Was he too quirky to be loved?
Absolutely not.
Did he think he would discover love at the construction site he called home?
No, not in the slightest. All Alan sought was to feel secure for the first time in his life.
But with that security came love, care, a home, and a life Alan never realized he needed.
All of this happened thanks to the Strutts family living overseas.
This is Alan’s journey from a quirky stray that no one wanted to an entertaining online sensation.
The Quirkiest Stray Of Them All
Born with an unusual snout and an unfortunate underbite, Alan faced long odds.
His entire canine family was born with deformities, living near a construction site—not an ideal situation. One of the construction workers was doing his best to care for them, but it was a significant challenge.
When Don Strutts first encountered Alan, he didn’t see a deformed dog; he saw love and a stray in need of discovering the beauty of life.
Instead of ignoring that quirky-faced dog, Don made a decision that many would find unconventional: he adopted Alan and brought him into his family!
“He was the quirkiest and only got more quirky as he matured,” Strutt shared with Newsweek.
Adopting Alan was a bold decision, particularly given the misconceptions about his limitations. However, over time, Alan demonstrated that he was just as capable as any other dog.
He had no issues with breathing—and especially not with eating, as Alan developed quite an appetite.
Life was finally looking up, especially after the family relocated to a delightful island.
But could it get even better?
Alan The Quirky Dog Goes Online
Yes, life was about to get even better!
Once Alan was adopted, the next natural step was to create a social media account for him! The online community eagerly encountered the quirkiest dog of them all, and guess what?
They adored him!
Almost instantly, Alan skyrocketed to fame as an Internet sensation and a pawlebrity. Everyone couldn’t wait to catch his latest updates on TikTok or Instagram. Millions of followers still check in daily to see him.
Whether he’s sharing his love for food…
@alanthewonkydog Isn’t two breakfasts, two lunches, and two dinners enough Alan? #alanthewonkydog #verified ♬ original sound – French Bulldog
… or showcasing his looks…
@alanthewonkydog #wonkydog #notugly #alanthewonkydog #allypally #funnypets ♬ original sound – Alan the Quirky Dog
Alan is a delightful creature, always ready to brighten your day.
Embracing The Quirkiness
Alan didn’t have control over his appearance; he was born with a deformity, yet he has shown everyone around the globe that he is more than capable of living like a dog.
Many individuals fail to recognize how beautiful Alan is. They overlook his quirky snout and amusing underbite, which is disappointing. Dogs with deformities frequently go unnoticed and are often the last to be chosen at a shelter, if they are chosen at all.
If it weren’t for the Strutts, Alan would merely be another statistic of unwanted dogs. Instead, he has become a superstar and an advocate for embracing all kinds of differences.
To further celebrate his uniqueness, a children’s book chronicling Alan’s journey was recently released. It’s an inspiring tale of how this overlooked pup now leads an extraordinary life.
You can find it on Amazon, and I encourage you to check it out. It will impart valuable lessons about love, even if you think you already know it all.
Alan wasn’t too quirky for love. Alan is a manifestation of love!
