Imagine this: an owner who no longer wants their dog makes the humane choice to surrender him to a shelter, giving him a chance at a better life.
But sadly, that wasn’t the fate for this pup. Instead, he was cruelly tossed from a car and left behind without a second thought.
Heartbroken and confused, the poor dog shut down. But everything changed when someone noticed his pain and decided he deserved another chance.
Ed’s Rocky Start At The Shelter
When Ed was first introduced to a potential family at a Texas shelter, he wanted nothing to do with them. The betrayal he had endured made it impossible for him to trust people.
The staff explained that Ed had been at the shelter for quite a while, and it was time to find him a foster home.
Kelsey, who often fostered dogs, came to meet him. She recalled to GeoBeats Animals: “When I went to meet him, he had no interest in me. He was growling at me from behind his kennel.”
Despite his fear, she decided to give him a chance and welcomed him into her home. Slowly, his defensive shell began to crack.
Kelsey also noticed that his tail had been cut off, adding another layer of sadness to his story. She couldn’t help but wonder what he had endured before arriving at the shelter.
Soon, Ed’s curiosity started to shine through. He loved exploring the backyard and running freely.
Kelsey laughed about one early adventure: “He likes being out there. And then he dug himself out in five minutes, and I had to go find him in my neighborhood.”
As their bond deepened, Ed’s fear melted away. For the first time, he trusted someone again.
That’s when Kelsey knew this wasn’t just fostering anymore: it was forever.
Ed Finds His Forever Family
Curious about Ed’s breed, Kelsey did a DNA test and was amused by the results. He turned out to be a mix of Cattle Dog, Australian Shepherd, Staffordshire Terrier, and even Toy Poodle.
His unique look often drew funny comments from strangers, with some asking if she was walking a “hog.” It always made her smile.
Later, Kelsey adopted a blind cat named Bruno. To her delight, Ed and Bruno bonded instantly and became inseparable companions.
Though Ed once loved racing around the yard, as he grew older, he preferred lounging and resting at home with his family.
Kelsey noticed that Ed was always alert, a trait likely tied to his herding breeds. While he could be stubborn and particular about how things were done, his sweetness always shone through.
Though he remained cautious with strangers, he was willing to give people a chance, a sign of how far he had come.
Reflecting on their journey, Kelsey shared:: “He has been there with me through some of the darkest and hardest times of my life.”
Even as Ed ages, one thing remains certain: he is deeply loved and will continue to enjoy a safe, happy life with the family that refused to give up on him.