Nothing brings more joy to our four-legged companions than being in a cozy home with a caring family.
Sadly, dogs that are fortunate enough to enjoy such a life are rare because many of their canine peers are relegated to living on the streets or confined within the walls of their kennels.
Take Max, for instance — he relished a happy life for nearly eight years in a loving environment. However, everything changed when his owners abruptly dropped him off at a shelter in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Max was heartbroken…
His Life Was Shattered
A woman by the name of Sarah Brown captured a video of Max in his kennel right after he was surrendered to the Pennsylvania SPCA shelter in Philadelphia.
In the TikTok video she shared on July 6, 2024, through her account @sarahbrown701, viewers witnessed a heart-wrenching scene of the bewildered Max curled up in the corner of his kennel.
His vacant gaze and slumped posture vividly conveyed the despair he felt. It’s no wonder, given that after spending so many years surrounded by love, he suddenly found himself abandoned in a stark and lonely environment.
“The only family you’ve ever known brings you back to the shelter after adopting you as a puppy three thousand days ago,” the narration in the video states.
@sarahbrown701 This line of work breaks my heart daily.💔 Max will soon be looking for a new home at @The Pennsylvania SPCA. #adoptdontshop #adoptolddogs #fyp #pspca #spca
The poignant video drew a significant amount of attention, resulting in numerous responses from viewers.
“This should be illegal 😭” one commenter expressed.
“I can’t comprehend how someone could love a dog for eight years and then discard them without a second thought, leaving them scared and lost,” another added.
While yet another remarked: “How can people do this? I hope he finds a new family that will cherish him forever.”
A Silver Lining Thanks to Kindhearted Individuals
According to the ASPCA, approximately 3.1 million dogs are among the 6.3 million companion animals that enter U.S. shelters annually. Although this number has diminished since 2011, it remains alarmingly high.
Various reasons prompt owners to leave their pets in shelters, such as the birth of a baby, a change in employment, moving to a new location, financial hardship, divorce, and more.
Sarah informed Newsweek that Max’s owners surrendered him due to “unexpected housing changes.” Regardless of the cause, the decision is heartbreaking, especially after spending eight years together.
Fortunately, a dedicated team at the shelter was determined to bring joy back to this dog’s life. We’re thrilled to report that they succeeded beyond expectations.
Enjoy!
@sarahbrown701 In response to @Adriana Perovic, they say everyone enters your life for a reason. I believe the same applies to dogs. ❤️ Thank you to Max’s former companions who have now become his new family.
