If you have a soft spot for animals in need, you will definitely be moved by a poignant video of a rescue dog from the Carson Shelter in Gardena, California. The staff at the Carson Shelter caught the moment when a pitbull named Benny “realised” he was being adopted – and their priceless response is absolutely wonderful.
But when his former family decided to adopt him, his happiness descended into gloom. Luckily Benny had a permanent residence from an unidentified family; the moment Benny emerged from his kennel to freedom was masterfully documented on tape.
When this lovely family decided to bring him home, he struck the gold medal. Checkout his FREEDOM WALK, full of many hops and tail wagging! Happy life sweet benny.
Benny seems first a little wary. But his tail begins to waggon constantly as soon as he finds he has been adopted. Benny starts then repeatedly jumping for delight.
Capturing the transforming power of adoption and the great delight it offers to animals in suffering, the heartbreaking and wonderful moment when a death row dog realises he has been adopted is preserved. Unaware that his life was about to alter permanently, this narrative takes place in an animal shelter and centres on a dog named Max facing his last days.
For months Max, a medium-sized mix with deep eyes and a bouncing tail, has been in the shelter. Time and time again he was passed over by possible adopters despite his soft demeanour and lively attitude. Max’s fate looked set as days stretched into weeks and weeks into months. For long-term inmates like Max, the overcrowding-stricken shelter had no alternative except to discuss euthanasia.
For Max, though, destiny had another idea. A family came into the shelter looking for a furry pet to welcome into their house, therefore determining his last day. Max’s expressive eyes and hopeful attitude caught them right away. Having some time with him, they realised he would be the ideal addition to their family.
Touched by the family’s choice, the shelter employees rushed to finish the adoption papers. Max stayed in his kennel, feeling the buzz surrounding him but not really knowing why. Max didn’t know something remarkable was happening until the family walked to his cage with a leash.
Max’s whole manner altered the instant the kennel door opened and he was led out. He shot upward, his body shaking with pure delight and thanks. His tail wagged fiercely and his eyes glittered with fresh hope. The once-despondent dog became a ball of energy, his enthusiasm clear to all around.
Max’s response proved the transforming power of adoption. The simple act of being selected and given a second opportunity brought him an almost unbelievable delight. Max’s reply also clearly impacted the family; their faces lit with grins and joyful tears. Not only for Max, who now had a future full of love and company, but also for themselves; they knew they had made the correct decision.
This touching narrative emphasises the need of adoption and the great delight it offers animals in need. Dogs like Max abound in shelters all around, ready for someone to see their potential and provide a lifetime home. Max’s leap of thanks reminds us strongly that every animal has an opportunity to live happy and loving life.
Adopting a pet not only saves a life but also improves the quality of life of the adopters, therefore fostering a relationship of pure love and allegiance. Max’s narrative is a wonderful illustration of how adoption can change life and provide hope and delight for people as well as for animals.
On Facebook, the poignant video has attracted over 6.3 million views and more than 4.4 comments, many of which reflect best wishes for Benny in his new house or thanks towards his new family for letting their hearts open to him.