Rain truly believed that her family loved her, and that they’d always be there for her. But everything changed in a single heartbreaking moment.
What started as an ordinary day quickly became the worst day of her life. Her family packed up their belongings, left their Indiana home, and never came back… leaving Rain behind without a second thought.
At first, she couldn’t accept the truth. She clung to the hope that her family had only gone out for a while and would return soon.
But as the days passed, Rain’s hope slowly turned into sorrow. She sat wondering how the only people she ever loved could walk away so easily.
Waiting And Wondering
A kind-hearted woman named Tracy noticed Rain waiting anxiously outside what used to be her home. It broke her heart.
She approached the scared dog, gave her some food, and took a photo—then posted it on Facebook, praying someone out there would be able to help.
That someone turned out to be Taylor Bullock, founder of Happy Tails Animal Rescue in Terre Haute, Indiana.
The post deeply affected Bullock. She couldn’t stop thinking about Rain. She kept checking back, refreshing the post, hoping someone had already stepped in.
But when hours passed with no news, Bullock decided to take action herself.
She drove straight to the house, only to find Rain still sitting on the porch, faithfully waiting for the family who abandoned her.
Bullock was devastated.
The poor dog was filthy, her ears were frostbitten, and her skin showed signs of painful sores.
When Rain spotted Bullock approaching, she lit up, relieved that someone had finally come. But she still didn’t want to leave. She kept going back to the front door, waiting for someone to let her in.
Bullock had no way of knowing how long Rain had been living like this. She spoke with neighbors and learned that the dog had been seen wandering near the house for days.
But her family? They had moved out nearly a month ago.
As if understanding she could finally rest, Rain curled up in Bullock’s lap. The rescuer gently held her, offering her the safety and comfort she so desperately needed.
A Second Chance At Life
While comforting Rain, Bullock immediately began searching for a foster who could offer her a safe space.
That’s when a compassionate foster mom named Candice stepped forward.
Bullock took Rain home, gave her a warm bath, and dewormed her. She was finally in caring hands.
That very night, a storm rolled in. The noise scared Rain, and she refused to sleep in her crate. Instead, she curled up on the couch beside Bullock, finally feeling safe.
A scan showed she had no microchip, and she was estimated to be around two to three years old.
The next morning, Rain went to her new foster home, where she was greeted by several friendly foster dogs who instantly welcomed her into their pack.
Her foster mom quickly fell in love with her sweet nature and calm energy. Rain’s good manners and gentle spirit shone through.
“She is house trained and doesn’t seem to mind kitty cats. She is the best girl. Whoever adopts her will be getting one amazing baby,” Candice wrote on Facebook.
Now, Rain is waiting once again—but this time, it’s different. She’s waiting for a family that will cherish her and never let her go. A family that will love her the way she deserves.
And that family? They’re out there—just around the corner.