The happiness that a dog can bring to someone is often difficult to articulate. Yet, reaching that bliss can sometimes require facing the hardest of challenges.
Experienced rescuer Caitlin Evers truly understands this. She is the founder of Caitie’s Foster Fam, a rescue organization based in Houston, Texas. Over the years, she has rescued countless animals, fostering more than 280 dogs in the process.
This is why she didn’t hesitate for a moment when she received a call from a shop owner about a stray dog who had given birth on the streets during a torrential downpour.
Even she was taken aback and deeply saddened upon seeing the condition of this dog.
From Dark Clouds to Sunny Days
In a TikTok video shared by @caitiesfosterfam, it was revealed that the Basset Hound, later named Bentley, had given birth over a weekend outside the shop, where employees discovered her and her pups on Monday morning.
According to Caitlin in that same video, Houston had experienced multiple storms that weekend, leaving the mama dog and her newborn puppies in dire straits. The sight broke her heart the moment she laid eyes on them.
When Caitlin arrived at the shop, she found eight puppies with their mother. However, in another TikTok video, Caitlin mentioned that Bentley had given birth to eleven puppies, but tragically, they were lost due to the unforgiving conditions.
This revelation pained Caitlin, but it also fueled her determination to save the surviving Basset Hound family. She carefully gathered them one by one and drove them home.
After providing the mother and her puppies with a bath to address their severe flea infestation, they were finally able to unwind in a clean and warm bed. Witnessing them sleep peacefully in soft blankets after their struggles was truly soothing for Caitlin’s spirit.
Sadly, in the days that followed, one puppy passed away, leaving Caitlin heartbroken. Nevertheless, this compassionate woman dedicated herself to ensuring a bright future for the rest of the litter, and gradually they flourished more each day.
Days later, the life of this Basset Hound family became a true blessing as the sun finally shone after the storms and darkness.
Bentley and her puppies Ford, Lincoln, Mustang, Audi, Porsche, Jaguar, and Rover—named by Caitlin—were all on a path toward a brighter future.
And they absolutely deserved it after everything they had endured.
Numerous Reactions
Caitlin Evers has been sharing rescue videos on her TikTok profile for a considerable amount of time, consistently drawing the attention of her numerous followers and a wider audience.
Her recent videos chronicling the journey of this Basset Hound family were no exception. However, a TikTok video posted on May 7, 2024, gained remarkable traction and went viral.
Among the countless comments, we have highlighted a few exemplary ones.
“Having her babies and her with fleas and yet she is still trying to protect them 😭❤️hoping they all get bigger and stronger,” was one comment from a user.
“You are an absolute saint. I’m moving to Houston soon and I really really would love to join your organization and help you! You are an angel.” added another.
Another user chimed in: “Thank you for helping ❤️”
Indeed, we should all be grateful for the incredible efforts this compassionate woman has made. While the journey highlights the heroism of the mother and her entire Basset Hound family, none of it would have transpired without this wonderful soul.
She, along with the kind individuals who discovered this canine family during their darkest times, truly deserves the warm sun that arrived after the storm.
