When puppies are born, they require their mother’s love and care to grow into happy, healthy pups. Unfortunately, not all puppies have the opportunity to stay with their mothers and experience that nurturing.
Koby, a Pit Bull mix, was among those puppies who were separated from their mom at a crucial time. His breeders abandoned Koby and his siblings at a South Carolina shelter simply because they weren’t purebred Pit Bulls. Instead of cuddled up with their mother, the helpless siblings were left huddled in a cardboard box, longing for warmth and compassion.
A New Life
As soon as the shelter staff discovered the puppies, they immediately took them in. Given that they were in a kill shelter, Ollie’s Angels Animal Rescue, a New York non-profit, stepped in to provide care for the siblings.
In 2021, newlyweds Steven and Jessica sought to adopt a dog and visited the rescue. Upon meeting Koby, a charming tan Pit Bull puppy, they were instantly smitten. Koby felt an undeniable connection with them as they held him for the first time. “The first time we got to hold him, he just sunk in our arms,” Steven recalled in an interview with GeoBeats Animals. That very day, they brought Koby home.
Koby took some time to adjust to his new environment and struggled to sleep during his initial nights at home. In hopes of comforting him, Steven and Jessica provided him with a warm stuffed animal that had a heartbeat, and it worked wonders. Soon, Koby found solace in this new friend, thriving in their love. He enjoys snuggling with his dad on the couch, showing that he is a bundle of love.
Before Koby came into their lives, Steven was unaware of the affection Pit Bulls can show. He and Jessica gave Koby all their love, raising him as their beloved child. Koby has a strong desire to be near his parents, feeling sadness when he can’t accompany them.
His parents can easily interpret Koby’s emotions just by looking into his eyes. “It’s like looking at a person. You know exactly what he’s feeling just based on his eyes alone,” Jessica told GeoBeats Animals.
Koby Adores His Parents
Both Steven and Jessica observed how separation from his mother at a young age impacted Koby. He missed her warmth and affection. In return, Koby showers his human parents with unconditional love. He has become notably protective of Jessica during her pregnancy, remaining close by her side and resting his head on her baby bump. While Koby loves his mom, his favorite tends to be his dad. The gentle pup often sits by the window, eagerly awaiting his father’s return from work. When Steven arrives home, Koby is quick to welcome him with affection, offering endless hugs and kisses.
Steven describes Koby as a son, relishing the delightful way he greets him. Both he and Jessica cannot fathom their lives without their beloved dog.
“He’s become such an important part of my every day. If I have a tough day at work, it’s nice coming home to a beautiful wife, but it’s also nice coming home to somebody that you know is guaranteed gonna greet you with excitement and hugs and kisses,” Steven shares.
Koby often updates his Instagram about his fulfilling life with his family. Recently, he embraced his role as a proud big brother to his human sister, looking after her and showering her with love.
