When a homeless individual spotted Midge roaming the streets, they gently picked her up and brought her to Desert Hot Springs Animal Care in North Palm Springs, California.
The shelter staff welcomed her with kindness and began piecing together her past.
It turned out Midge had once belonged to a family. Reports indicated she had leapt from a car window during a stop at a gas station and became lost.
The shelter quickly reached out to her owners to let them know she was safe, hoping for a joyful reunion. They did show up, but not in the way anyone had hoped.
Left Behind Despite Promises
Midge’s family told the shelter they would return to collect her after she was spayed.
She waited patiently, believing their word. But as time passed, it became painfully clear: they weren’t coming back. Her spirit began to fade.
Shelter staff worked tirelessly to lift her mood and give her hope for a fresh start. They shared her story across social media, trying to draw attention to her. But no one came forward to adopt her.
While other dogs found homes, Midge remained in her kennel, always overlooked. She felt forgotten, her heart heavy with uncertainty about whether she’d ever be loved again.
The shelter’s noisy, chaotic atmosphere wore her down. Midge longed for peace, for someone to hold her and make her feel safe.
Fortunately, shelter employee Alex Hernandez refused to let her sink into despair. She regularly took Midge on short outings to lift her spirits.
A Simple Car Ride Changes Everything
One day, Hernandez picked Midge up for another trip and secured her in the front seat.
As they pulled away from the shelter, Midge exhaled deeply. The quiet of the car was a soothing contrast to the nonstop barking she had endured. It was so peaceful, she fell asleep.
Ella Hovsepian filmed the tender moment and posted it to Instagram, instantly touching hearts.
“Your shelter caretaker takes you out of the kennel for a break from all the barking & all you want to do is sleep because shelter pups on average get 2 hrs of sleep every night,” Hovsepian wrote in the caption.
The video quickly gained traction, resonating with viewers worldwide. And that attention led to something extraordinary.
A compassionate family saw the clip and chose to give Midge the permanent home she had been waiting for.
Midge soon adjusted to her new surroundings, soaking up the love and comfort from her people.
From now on, she’ll rest on soft beds and enjoy quiet naps in a home filled with warmth.