Every dog dreams of having a safe home and loving parents who shower them with affection each day.
It’s heartbreaking to know that countless puppies never get that chance. Many end up abandoned, left to fend for themselves without the care they deserve.
This story is about five tiny pups who were cruelly dumped on the streets at the time they needed kindness the most.
Here’s how their journey unfolded.
Puppies In Need
Lisa Chiarelli, founder of Frankie Lola & Friends, a Los Angeles-based rescue, received a plea for help. Along with the message came a photo of a small puppy who had been left inside a cardboard box.
Without hesitation, Chiarelli agreed to take him in.
But the next morning brought an unexpected twist. Instead of one puppy, there were four more hiding in the very same box.
Determined to save the entire litter, Chiarelli arranged for all five to be transported to her rescue. The moment they arrived, she welcomed them with open arms, making sure they felt safe, warm, and loved.
The puppies were frail and malnourished, only around seven to eight weeks old. Chiarelli knew it would take time and care for them to recover.
The rescue’s medical team immediately began treatment, giving them the medicine they needed while also surrounding them with constant affection.
“With love, medicine and trust, they improved so much. They started eating like crazy, gaining weight and playing a lot,” Chiarelli said.
She named the five pups Christian, Harlow, Daisy, Ollie, and Aurora. Soon, they were healthy enough to enjoy toys, snuggles, and playtime.
Three weeks later, the litter was finally strong and ready for foster homes.
The Search For Forever Families
The final step in their journey was finding forever families. One by one, the puppies went to their new homes. But Christian remained at the rescue longer than the others. At nearly five months old, he had become the longest resident of Frankie Lola & Friends.
Chiarelli described him as the perfect companion — playful, friendly, and great with kids. Sadly, she also believed his adoption had been delayed because of his color.
“We love black dogs and he is beautiful and deserving and he doesn’t deserve to not be chosen,” she said.
Finally, Christian’s wait ended when his forever family instantly fell in love with him, and his biggest dream came true.
Thanks to Lisa Chiarelli and her team, all five pups now live happy lives, surrounded by love and care. None of them will ever know the pain of abandonment again.