Whenever I see a heartwarming rescue unfold in horrific conditions, I can’t help but wonder how the dog ended up so neglected in the first place. After all, these four-legged furballs give us so much love, and yet so many are cast aside without a second thought.
One such case recently happened in Michigan, when a kind passerby spotted a Frenchie sitting all alone in the tall grass.
Heartbroken, helpless, and left with only a bag of food, this sweet pup, later named Rocco, went through unimaginable trauma.
A Cruel Act Of Abandonment
Rocco’s pain was beyond words.
He was left to fend for himself after being abandoned in the field. The only thing he had with him was a 20 lb bag of dog food.
“This little guy was found sitting in a field in Michigan with a 20 lb bag of dog food next to him. His owner dumped him like trash and expected him to survive on his own. And if you’re his former owner, I hope you see this post,” Villalobos Rescue Center, the Louisiana rescue, wrote on Facebook.
Fortunately, his cries for help didn’t go unnoticed. The person who found him scooped Rocco up right away and took him home. Within just a few days, this little Frenchie was welcomed into the Villalobos Rescue Center.
However, Rocco’s first few days were filled with fear and trauma. He didn’t do well around people, indicating the amount of neglect he had been through in the past.
Fortunately, Rocco didn’t have a problem being around other dogs.
“Dubbed “Rocco”, he can be standoffish with humans and at times, cops that typical Frenchie tude. But so far, he’s been good around other dogs. It’s humans he’s having a problem with. Again, I repeat…do you blame him?” the rescue added.
A Second Chance
Rocco’s situation, while heartbreaking and far from ideal, ultimately took a positive turn.
Little by little, he came out of his shell and began his new life journey next to an amazing foster family in Michigan. Thanks to his caregivers, Rocco is now on the way to learning all about being a dog.
His days are filled with nothing but love, kind words, and plenty of exciting activities.
Even though he isn’t ready to be adopted yet, Rocco’s personality is gradually shining through. When the time comes, he will thrive best in a home of adults, where he can be the only pet.
“Due to his leery behavior, we are going to say that he needs a home without children and probably a calm environment. But to give the little dude some credit, he does warm up after a few days,” Villalobos Rescue Center concludes.
Rocco truly needs a fresh start, and a calm home is his definition of happiness. Hopefully, his new family is just around the corner!