Like all dogs, Velvet craved love, but unfortunately, her unkind owners never showed her any affection.
They confined the gentle dog to a puppy mill, stripping her of freedom and joy. Velvet became filled with fear and trauma.
Upon her rescue, Velvet was in terrible condition; her ribs were visibly sticking out.
She was so scared of humans that she trembled uncontrollably, with tears in her eyes.
The puppy couldn’t have imagined that a new life awaited her.
Adjusting to Life in a Foster Home
When Velvet arrived at her caring foster home, her new family felt devastated to meet the frightened dog for the first time.
They were eager to comfort her and give her pets, but they recognized that Velvet needed time to feel secure.
Initially, she spent the entire week in her crate, unwilling to venture out. She curled up tightly, trying to make herself as small as possible.
Velvet was so anxious that she wouldn’t even go out to relieve herself, often found shivering in her urine.
Her loving caregivers made efforts to earn her trust and demonstrate their support, lying down on the floor next to her crate.
Noticing that Velvet refused to eat on her own, her foster family began to hand-feed her.
Gradually, Velvet recognized their kindness and started trusting her caregivers.
By the end of her second week, Velvet exhibited signs of progress. She bravely emerged from her crate.
Her foster family was ecstatic to witness her improvement.
They took her to the veterinarian for a check-up, discovering that she was significantly underweight and had a yeast infection in her ears. Thankfully, she was otherwise healthy.
Building Trust
Velvet began to engage in play with her foster family’s dog, forming a strong bond with her furry friend.
As trust developed, she allowed her foster dad to pet her for the first time. Gradually, Velvet opened her heart to affection.
Four weeks post-rescue, Velvet was noticeably more relaxed and spent quality time with her canine companion.
Even though she still felt scared at home and stayed clear of her foster parents’ touch, they continued to lavish her with love and encouragement.
Over time, Velvet’s fears started to fade, and her eyes grew gentler.
As the days passed, Velvet triumphed over her trauma and began to rebuild her life. She ultimately felt secure and learned to return the love her foster family offered.
Velvet Discovers True Love
Velvet was ready to embark on her journey towards happiness by seeking a permanent home.
Her dream came true when she encountered her forever family. Before settling into her new home, Velvet bid farewell to her caring fosters.
Her new family instantly adored her from the moment they met.
Excited to start her happiest chapter yet, Velvet flourished. She gained weight and exhibited boundless energy.
Her humans showed her every day just how much she means to them, and the cherished dog felt more loved than ever.
