Even when everything goes right, starting life isn’t exactly a breeze—especially for orphaned puppies who feel it the most. Our little hero, Joy, was thrust into the world all alone, left on a sidewalk to face life’s challenges from day one.
His future looked bleak and uncertain, but destiny had a different plan in store. Along came some kind-hearted folks who would turn his world upside down—in the best way possible.
A Tough Start, But He Pulled Through
Joy, a tiny orphan puppy, was found on a sidewalk by volunteers from Howl Of A Dog—a non-profit that goes above and beyond to rescue animals in need. When they brought him into their care, he weighed barely 160 grams, making them realize this was likely his very first day on Earth.
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The volunteers threw themselves into caring for Joy, but it was no walk in the park. Orphaned newborn puppies are incredibly vulnerable—they’re toothless, blind, deaf, and can’t regulate their own body temperature. For that first week, Joy’s activities were limited to taking small sips of milk and sleeping most of the time.
But as the second week rolled around, this little pup began to reveal his true colors. He showed off his cheerful demeanor and boundless playfulness, winning over the hearts of everyone around him. Soon enough, he became attached to his favorite toy—a plush white Siberian tiger—that would become his constant companion.
Joy Blossoms Into a Big Boy
With his trusty tiger toy always nearby, Joy started to explore and fall in love with everything his new world had to offer. He was brimming with positive energy, channeling it into an endless curiosity about his surroundings.
He began meeting the other dogs at the shelter and quickly became an integral part of the pack.
Thanks to his friendly and upbeat personality, he was welcomed with open paws by the older and bigger dogs. One of his closest friends became Theia, another dog at the shelter, and the two were inseparable, spending their days frolicking in the yard. The volunteers, especially those who had rescued him, couldn’t have been prouder to see how much Joy had grown and flourished.
But even with all this love and friendship, there was still something missing—the forever home that every dog dreams of.
He Deserved a Happy Ending
After more than four months at the shelter, that magical moment finally arrived, and the shelter excitedly shared the news on their official Facebook page. Just two weeks before Christmas, they received the most wonderful update: one family fell in love with Joy and wanted to adopt him right away.
Eager to meet Joy, Ellen and Ricardo, his new parents, decided to adopt him immediately despite living far away. They had been following his story closely. Moved by his hardships, they decided to give him a happier ending.
When Joy arrived at his new home, the first photo captured was one that radiated pure joy and contentment. Of course, his favorite Siberian tiger toy was never far, a comforting companion from his younger days.
Now, Joy spends his days in a cozy home, surrounded by love and warmth—a far cry from the cold sidewalk where his life began. His story is a testament to the power of kindness and the difference that caring individuals can make in the life of an animal in need.
It’s a happy ending not just for Joy, but for everyone who played a part in his journey from struggle to serenity.