In New York, Ivory seemed completely alone in the world. This Pyrenean Mountain Dog was patiently waiting for a family who could bring a smile back to her face.
A second chance after a difficult past
As reported by website The Dodo, the dog was rescued earlier this year by the charity Rise and Shine Animal Rescue in the USA.
Rescued from a farm in Tennessee where she was used for breeding, Ivory was taken in alongside three of her puppies, all severely malnourished.
Placed in a foster home in Brooklyn with her pups, the brave mother dog slowly learned to trust humans again.
After a month of attentive care, she had fully recovered physically. She seemed ready for the next step: finding a forever home.
Being shy doesn't make her any less deserving of love
Unfortunately, Ivory is very shy and didn't dare approach potential adopters. The shelter volunteers decided to reach out to animal lovers on social media. "Being shy doesn't make her any less deserving of love. Sometimes, the quietest ones truly deserve to be known," read one post.
The heartwarming message had a huge impact. Amongst the many applications received, one home won everyone over. It was John Calia and his family who opened their doors to Ivory, later sharing in a message that she instantly proved to be "the sweetest soul ever."
Translated from the FR Wamiz website using artificial intelligence
