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North Carolina Owners Shocked To Find Their Elderly Dog Chest-Deep In Mud Pit

North Carolina Owners Shocked To Find Their Elderly Dog Chest-Deep In Mud Pit

There’s nothing more adorable, yet more bittersweet than dogs growing old alongside us. You know the feeling: their loyalty remains unshaken, yet their bodies slow down and they can no longer perform their favorite activities to full capacity.

So, it’s true when they say that every day together feels like a borrowed gift. And, sometimes, as time goes on, even the strongest among them find themselves in danger.

This is what happened to Whitey, a 16-year-old pup, who spent nearly his whole life running free across the pastures of Ziggy’s Refuge Farm Sanctuary in North Carolina.

One day, this senior boi disappeared for hours, leaving Kristin and Jay, his owners, in shock. As it turned out, he wasn’t resting or casually exploring the farm. He got trapped chest-deep in a mud pit, desperately trying to get out.

A Shocking Sight

It’s safe to say that Whitey has been the king of the farm for years. He has spent his days hanging out with pigs, dogs, and other farm animals.

His owners, who explained that Whitey “came with the farm,” couldn’t be more grateful for having him around. Even though he was initially a lonely pup, wary of strangers, Whitey grew up to be the biggest love bug.

“We were very scared of how he would react with farm animals, but he’s truly been a blessing every single day since the day we moved in,” the couple wrote on Facebook.

But one day, Kristin and Jay’s routine headcount of their 100 animals turned into a shock. The North Carolina couple couldn’t find Whitey anywhere nearby. 

Hours passed during their property search, until, finally, they stumbled upon a harrowing sight: Whitey was stuck in a deep mud pit.

“He’s run these pastures for 16 years and this has never happened before. Whitey was so exhausted,” the video text reads.

The video captured this grey-faced pup struggling to keep upright. Both of Whitey’s legs sank deeper into the thick mud each time he tried to push free.

Kristin and Jay immediately sprang into action to help their dog. Eventually, Jay managed to pull his frail body out of the pit and bring him to safety.

Although still pretty shaken by the ordeal, Whitey was relieved.

A Beloved 16-Year-Old Family Member

Once out of danger, Whitey was taken home, where the couple gave him a much-needed shower. They rinsed the mud from his coat and let him rest. 

This incident could have easily ended in heartbreak. Fortunately, Whitey proved once again that he was a resilient boy!

Thanks to Kristin and Jay, Whitey will continue to thrive. For the couple, he isn’t just another animal. He’s family. 

“Today he is the center of our world. You have probably heard us say that when we purchased the farm, we actually purchased the greatest dog on earth and got a farm for free. That’s truly how we feel. Our old man is 16 now, he’s doing fantastic and we pray everyday that we have many more years with him,” the couple concluded.

Whitey may have been pulled from the mud in exhaustion, but he came out wrapped in the love of his owners. Hopefully, he gets to live many more happy years next to his humans, minus the ordeals.

Take care, Whitey!