I’ve seen dogs that come in terrified of the world, but see them change quickly. Rescues are so resilient. They may have been hurt or neglected, but they are ready to trust humans again. Every single one will overcome, although it takes some longer than others.
Whether it’s a specific moment or a gradual process, a dog’s “homecoming” is one of the great joys of rescuing a second-chance dog. You can finally feel like you can count on them to be faithful, to not run away, and to be responsive to you in ways that they are not with others. And they know they can count on you to comfort them when they are scared, to feed them when they are hungry, and to rub their bellies when they want affection. It’s a moment when the dog is no longer a stranger in your midst, but a member of the family.
Thank you for supporting the Homeward Bound Dog Shelter.
The community thanks you.
The staff thanks you.
The volunteers thank you.
Blessings,
Dianne Hammontree