All stray dogs dream of finding their forever home, and coming to shelters is the first step in making that wish a reality. Elliot, a charming stray puppy, took the initiative and ventured to a hospital construction site, believing it to be the best place to find his forever family.
An Adorable Visitor
Elliot was discovered in a hospital undergoing renovations in Irvine, California, and although originally timid around people, he refused to let anyone approach him. The construction workers made multiple attempts to rescue the little pup, but failed to catch him each time. Wanting him to feel at home, they provided him with a blanket, which he loved and used to feel secure. They ensured he was well-fed and cared for.
Eventually, they reached out to Suzette Hall, a dedicated rescuer and founder of Logan’s Legacy. She arrived promptly at the site, but Elliot remained elusive. After several attempts to coax him out, Hall resorted to a humane trap using a hot dog as bait.
After two hours, Elliot finally entered the trap, leading to his rescue and a visit to the vet. He was prescribed antibiotics for his infections, and during an X-ray and ultrasound, the vets were surprised to discover he had ingested a spring. Hall noted, “That’s how hungry he was. He would just eat anything.” Thankfully, Elliot managed to pass the spring without needing surgery.
New Life
Eventually, Elliot was ready for a foster home, where he quickly bonded with his foster mom, Tracy Freidman. No longer the timid puppy, he blossomed into a sweet companion. “First, he was scared, but now he’s so sweet,” said Hall, adding that Tracy calls him perfect. Understanding his love for blankets, she gifted him a tower of blankets that he adored.
Elliot’s dream of a forever family came true on April 9th, 2023, when Suzette Hall announced on Facebook that he had been adopted. Now living by the sea, Elliot, who has since been renamed Vinny, is the only dog in his new family and is showered with lots of love. It’s heartwarming to witness how he expresses his love through kisses and affection.
We are thrilled that his wish for a loving family has finally been realized.
