Since her days as a tiny pup, Oreo has been full of energy and enjoys the company of people. Aside from her owner, she has a special fondness for her neighbors.
Her affection for them was so strong that she even dug a hole in the fence to sneak into their yard for playtime.
Both her owner and the neighbors were pleased that Oreo had friends to play with, but soon everything would shift.
Oreo Visits Her Neighbors
Just when it seemed that life was perfect for Oreo, her owner faced significant challenges. Due to her situation, she found herself unable to care for Oreo, which meant she would have to find her a new home.
It was unclear whether Oreo would end up in a shelter or if her owner would seek out another family for her. Fortunately, Hayley, a neighbor of Oreo for many years, was determined to prevent this.
By some stroke of luck, the owner contacted Hayley to see if she would consider adopting Oreo, knowing that the dog was already a part of their extended family.
They had formed a strong bond, and Oreo loved spending time with them, making her a perfect addition to their household.
Hayley shared with Newsweek: “My partner and I exchanged excited glances, then our kids eagerly scooped her up and welcomed her into our home.”
In that moment, Oreo felt pure joy. As she played with them, it became clear that she would thrive in their care.
This was a tremendous stroke of luck for Oreo. She avoided the shelter and found a loving family, which brought relief to her original owner. Knowing Oreo was in good hands made her happy.
Hayley remarked: “She arrived at just the right moment for us all, and we genuinely believe she chose us.”
Positive Online Reactions
Hayley shared Oreo’s journey on TikTok and it’s no surprise that viewers engaged with the story.
One comment read: “Nothing beats witnessing dogs receive the love they truly deserve.”
It’s heartwarming to see that Oreo’s friendly nature made it easy for her to adapt to a new family.
Another commenter shared their experience: “This has happened to us before. We were contemplating getting a dog when someone offered us theirs as they were giving him up. He was timid and underweight.”
I’m thrilled to see more stories like this surrounding these adorable dogs receiving the affection they so well deserve, despite facing difficulties in their lives.
In conclusion, someone commented: “That’s a Shih Tzu or possibly a mix, but you hit the jackpot with this breed; they’re incredibly beautiful, loyal, and loving.”
While I’ve never owned a Shih Tzu, the positive feedback about their breed warms my heart. Their wonderful traits shine through in this narrative.
Ultimately, Oreo’s experience exemplifies how dogs can dramatically impact our lives in unexpected ways, usually for the better. I couldn’t be happier for both Hayley and Oreo.
@hayley_liv28 You know when something is just ‘meant to be’…? 🥹💕 #puppy #puppiesoftiktok #fypシ #foryou #shitzu #dogsoftiktok #truelove #shechoseus ♬ Stargazing – Myles Smith
