Is there anything more comforting for a dog than spending old age in the same home, surrounded by love and familiarity?
For Roxanne, a 13-year-old Boxer mix from Georgia, that simple dream slipped away. Just when she should have been enjoying her golden years with her beloved owner, tragedy struck and turned her entire world upside down.
In a single moment, Roxanne went from being a cherished companion to a confused senior dog sitting alone in a shelter, unsure of what would come next.
Losing Everything She Knew
Roxanne’s heartbreaking story was shared by Bruna, a volunteer at Cobb County Animal Services in Georgia, and it quickly spread online, touching thousands of hearts.
When her owner suddenly passed away, Roxanne was left with nowhere to go. With no relatives able to care for her, she was brought to the shelter, scared and grieving.
“Our hearts hurt for Roxanne. Her owner passed away and there was no family that could care for her,” her Petfinder profile read.
The senior dog who once had a warm home, soft bed, and familiar routines suddenly had nothing but a cold kennel.
At first, Roxanne seemed lost and heartbroken. The loud shelter environment was overwhelming for a dog her age, and she often looked around as if searching for the person she loved most.
Yet despite her confusion, she continued to greet the staff with her gentle, wagging tail and a faint, hopeful smile.
Her sweetness and quiet strength quickly won everyone over.
“She is a sweetheart and despite everything she seems to be taking it all in stride. She knows to sit when asked but it is a bit difficult. She loves to walk and has pep in her step when on the leash. She should not spend her golden years in a shelter,” her profile continued.
Determined to help, Bruna decided to share Roxanne’s story on TikTok and Instagram, hoping someone would see her and give her another chance at happiness.
The Miracle Roxanne Needed
Within days, Roxanne’s video went viral. Viewers across the country were moved by her story, leaving thousands of comments filled with love and compassion.
“Poor sweet baby. Hope someone sees your beautiful smile, fall in love with you and give you a warm cozy home,” one person wrote.
“I can’t imagine, someone must give her the twilight years her owner would have wanted. Please please save her and love her,” another added.
While her story spread online, Roxanne continued to wait patiently in her kennel. She wagged her tail for every visitor, leaned into volunteers for affection, and never lost hope that someone would come for her.
And finally, her miracle arrived.
Just a few days after her post went viral, Bruna shared an incredible update: Roxanne had been adopted!
A kind family drove all the way from Pennsylvania to Georgia—over 12 hours—to bring her home.
“A family drove 12 hours all the way from Pennsylvania to Georgia just to adopt Roxanne,” Bruna shared in her video.
Though Roxanne lost her original home, fate gave her a second chance. Today, she is safe, adored, and surrounded by love once more.
She now spends her days curled up on a comfortable couch, enjoying naps, gentle walks, and endless cuddles from her new family.
Roxanne’s journey from heartbreak to happiness reminds us that love can find us even in our darkest moments. This senior girl, who once had no one left, now has everything she deserves.