A lovable stray dog made its way into a home in a remote Texas town and made it clear that she had no intention of leaving until the owner allowed her to stay. The woman finally relented and welcomed the furry visitor into her abode.
The TikTok video that was shared in June by the user forfray showcased a heart-warming clip of a Great Pyrenees puppy. The adorable pup can be seen comfortably settling into the poster’s garage and effortlessly following the homeowner around as if they were long-time friends.
In the viral post, a caption reads, “The dog distribution system got us! What do we name her if she decides to stay?”
Despite the poster’s willingness to provide a new life for the dog, it ultimately decided to leave.
According to Katie Frazier, the poster who shared the story with Newsweek, the puppy remained on her property for approximately five days. During this time, she took care of the pup by providing food, water, and even scheduled a vet appointment for her. However, the puppy ended up leaving the night before the appointment and has not returned since.
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After posting in our small town’s Facebook group to inquire about the owner of the dog, I received a multitude of responses from individuals who had spotted her wandering around. Unfortunately, nobody could provide any helpful information about where she lived or who her owner was.
According to our deduction, the dog had been wandering for more than a month, as per the sightings of other people. Approximately ten days after our last sighting, a woman posted in the same Facebook group, claiming that the same dog had entered her property, which was approximately eight miles away from our location. This incident highlights that the dog covers vast distances while on the loose. It is worth noting that Great White Pyrenees dogs are known for their wandering tendencies.
According to the video, Frazier expressed her eagerness to adopt the puppy and train it to be a guard dog for her farm animals. She mentioned that Great Pyrenees would be an ideal breed for this role.
According to the American Kennel Club, Great Pyrenees dogs are more than just guard dogs – they are protectors and guardians. Despite their large size, their natural instinct is to care for and protect their flock, showing kindness and patience towards all vulnerable animals.
According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, an estimated 6.3 million pets are taken in by U.S. shelters every year, averaging at around 17,260 pets coming in each day. The 24Pet ‘Shelter Watch Report’ revealed that in January 2023, a total of 46,807 dogs and cats were brought to pet shelters, which is 1,744 more than the previous year’s record for the same month.
Every year, approximately 920,000 animals are surrendered and subsequently euthanized. Shelters across the country are working tirelessly to reduce these numbers through various means such as adoption campaigns, spaying and neutering programs, and behavior rehabilitation.
The video spread like wildfire on social media, captivating audiences on TikTok far and wide. To date, it has garnered an impressive 761,900 views and 72,800 likes on the platform.
Dsouth3, a user, shared their personal experience in a comment, saying that their beloved dog unexpectedly walked up their driveway and sat down. This furry friend turned out to be the love of their life, and they cherished 12 wonderful years together.
According to Christielundricky, she acquired a black lab in a similar manner. It belonged to her neighbor but frequently wandered over to her house and refused to return home. Eventually, the neighbor allowed her to keep the dog. She cherished the furry companion for six years until it passed away due to cancer.
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