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Dog Too Scared To Look His New Parents In The Eyes Slowly Realizes He Is Safe

Dog Too Scared To Look His New Parents In The Eyes Slowly Realizes He Is Safe

Walt, a terrified dog with a painful past, was fostered by Kelly, who helped him heal, trust, and find his forever home.

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Dog Too Scared To Look His New Parents In The Eyes Slowly Realizes He Is Safe
Dog Too Scared To Look His New Parents In The Eyes Slowly Realizes He Is Safe
Trembling Frenchie Finally Learns What Love Is Thanks To An Incredible Foster Family
Trembling Frenchie Finally Learns What Love Is Thanks To An Incredible Foster Family
Lovely Stray Dog Hops Into Woman’s Car And Decides She’s His Forever Person
Lovely Stray Dog Hops Into Woman’s Car And Decides She’s His Forever Person
Dog Left Devastated After Being Returned To The Shelter Where He First Met His Family
Dog Left Devastated After Being Returned To The Shelter Where He First Met His Family
Golden Retriever And Mailman Share Heartwarming Friendship That Melts Hearts
Golden Retriever And Mailman Share Heartwarming Friendship That Melts Hearts
Beloved K-9 Officer Faust Receives Heartfelt Final Radio Call After 8 Years Of Police Service
Beloved K-9 Officer Faust Receives Heartfelt Final Radio Call After 8 Years Of Police Service
Adorable Rescue Dog Hates Every Moment Spent Away From His New Mom
Adorable Rescue Dog Hates Every Moment Spent Away From His New Mom
Tiny Shelter Chihuahua Puppy Blossoms Into A New Dog After Being Showered With Love
Tiny Shelter Chihuahua Puppy Blossoms Into A New Dog After Being Showered With Love
Shut Down Pup Completely Transforms In Just Days Thanks To A Loving Foster Home
Shut Down Pup Completely Transforms In Just Days Thanks To A Loving Foster Home
Rescue Pit Bull Reunites With Long-Lost Brother, And Now They’re Inseparable
Rescue Pit Bull Reunites With Long-Lost Brother, And Now They’re Inseparable
Senior Dog Found In Public Bathroom With A Sad Note From Her Struggling Owner
Senior Dog Found In Public Bathroom With A Sad Note From Her Struggling Owner
Street Dog Devastated As She Watches Her Best Friend Get Adopted Without Her
Street Dog Devastated As She Watches Her Best Friend Get Adopted Without Her
A Loving Mama Dog Spent Three Years In Shelter As No One Wants To Take Her Home
A Loving Mama Dog Spent Three Years In Shelter As No One Wants To Take Her Home
Adorable Pup Caught On Camera Sneaking Into Brother’s Room For The Sweetest Reason
Adorable Pup Caught On Camera Sneaking Into Brother’s Room For The Sweetest Reason
Worried Dad Finds His Missing Dog Running Back Alongside A Surprise Duo Of Friends
Worried Dad Finds His Missing Dog Running Back Alongside A Surprise Duo Of Friends
Woman Adopts Unwanted Black Pit Bull And Turns Her Life Into A Fairytale
Woman Adopts Unwanted Black Pit Bull And Turns Her Life Into A Fairytale
87-Year-Old Man And His Loyal Dog Can’t Imagine Life Without Each Other
87-Year-Old Man And His Loyal Dog Can’t Imagine Life Without Each Other
The Last Pup Left At The Shelter Plays Spends Her Days Playing With Her ‘Imaginary Friends’
The Last Pup Left At The Shelter Plays Spends Her Days Playing With Her ‘Imaginary Friends’
People Refused To Let Their Dogs Play With This Sweet Pittie, But Everything Changed
People Refused To Let Their Dogs Play With This Sweet Pittie, But Everything Changed
Meet 20-Year-Old Augie, The Oldest Golden Retriever In History
Meet 20-Year-Old Augie, The Oldest Golden Retriever In History
Faithful Dog Stays By Her Best Friend’s Side Until His Final Goodbye
Faithful Dog Stays By Her Best Friend’s Side Until His Final Goodbye
Rescue Dogs Feel The Comfort Of A Soft Blanket For The First Time
Rescue Dogs Feel The Comfort Of A Soft Blanket For The First Time
Owner Crosses Country To Reunite With Her Dog After 17 Days Missing
Owner Crosses Country To Reunite With Her Dog After 17 Days Missing
Loving Mama Dog Adopts 8 Orphaned Pups Despite Already Having 10 Of Her Own
Loving Mama Dog Adopts 8 Orphaned Pups Despite Already Having 10 Of Her Own
Abandoned Dog Frightened By Loud Kennels Holds Tight To Teddy Bear For Comfort
Abandoned Dog Frightened By Loud Kennels Holds Tight To Teddy Bear For Comfort
Mama Dog Who Lost Her Puppies Makes A Beautiful Recovery By Adopting Baby Kittens
Mama Dog Who Lost Her Puppies Makes A Beautiful Recovery By Adopting Baby Kittens
Sweet Dog Overlooked For Over 1,000 Days In Shelter Finally Gets Adopted
Sweet Dog Overlooked For Over 1,000 Days In Shelter Finally Gets Adopted
Boy Longing For A Dog Gets The Best Surprise From His Grandma
Boy Longing For A Dog Gets The Best Surprise From His Grandma
Pittie Loses His Baby Status After Becoming A Big Brother, Adjusting Perfectly
Pittie Loses His Baby Status After Becoming A Big Brother, Adjusting Perfectly
Heartbroken Shelter Dog Meets The Perfect Mom After Being Left On The Streets
Heartbroken Shelter Dog Meets The Perfect Mom After Being Left On The Streets
7-Year-Old Boy Comforts His Traumatized Rescue Dog, Reminding Him He’s ‘Loved So Much’
7-Year-Old Boy Comforts His Traumatized Rescue Dog, Reminding Him He’s ‘Loved So Much’
Mama Dog Turns Into The Perfect Co-Pilot After Her Rescue
Mama Dog Turns Into The Perfect Co-Pilot After Her Rescue
Pregnant Pittie Holds Off Labor Until Her New Foster Family Arrives
Pregnant Pittie Holds Off Labor Until Her New Foster Family Arrives
Scared Abandoned Chihuahua Cried Out In Fear Whenever Touched
Scared Abandoned Chihuahua Cried Out In Fear Whenever Touched
Heartbroken Dog Facing Euthanasia Clings To His Stuffed Toy
Heartbroken Dog Facing Euthanasia Clings To His Stuffed Toy
Police Officer Answers Call At Animal Shelter And Adopts The Cutest Pup
Police Officer Answers Call At Animal Shelter And Adopts The Cutest Pup
Marine Veteran From Long Island Surprised With Service Dog For Veterans Day
Marine Veteran From Long Island Surprised With Service Dog For Veterans Day
Sweet Shelter Dog Just Wants To Hold Hands, Wishing To Be Taken Home
Sweet Shelter Dog Just Wants To Hold Hands, Wishing To Be Taken Home
Shelter’s Longest Resident Spends 500 Days Waiting For A Family, Then Comes A Heartbreak
Shelter’s Longest Resident Spends 500 Days Waiting For A Family, Then Comes A Heartbreak
Loving Couple Adopts Blind Shelter Dog Then Surprises Them
Loving Couple Adopts Blind Shelter Dog Then Surprises Them
Abandoned Pitbull Mom Left At Shelter Without Her Puppies Can’t Stop Crying
Abandoned Pitbull Mom Left At Shelter Without Her Puppies Can’t Stop Crying
Overlooked Sick Dog Can’t Contain His Joy As He Finally Gets Adopted
Overlooked Sick Dog Can’t Contain His Joy As He Finally Gets Adopted
Mother Dog Stops Traffic To Beg For Food For Her Puppies
Mother Dog Stops Traffic To Beg For Food For Her Puppies
A German Shepherds Pair With Unbreakable Bond Rescued And Adopted Together
A German Shepherds Pair With Unbreakable Bond Rescued And Adopted Together
Owners Leave Their Paralyzed Dog At The Clinic As They Couldn’t Pay The Bill
Owners Leave Their Paralyzed Dog At The Clinic As They Couldn’t Pay The Bill
Devoted Man Waits At Shelter Doors To Ensure He Adopts His Dream Dog
Devoted Man Waits At Shelter Doors To Ensure He Adopts His Dream Dog
Dalmatian Rescues A Scared Little Pup Left Alone In The Woods
Dalmatian Rescues A Scared Little Pup Left Alone In The Woods
Teen Secretly Sneaks Lost Puppy Home Once Parents Are Asleep
Teen Secretly Sneaks Lost Puppy Home Once Parents Are Asleep
Sick Stray Dog Shows Up On A Couple’s Doorstep Looking For Help
Sick Stray Dog Shows Up On A Couple’s Doorstep Looking For Help
Scared Pup Missing For A Month Finally Reunites With His Mom
Scared Pup Missing For A Month Finally Reunites With His Mom
Heartbroken Dog Closes Off From The World After Being Left Behind
Heartbroken Dog Closes Off From The World After Being Left Behind
Grieving Dog Found Beside Deceased Owner Finds Peace With New Loving Mom
Grieving Dog Found Beside Deceased Owner Finds Peace With New Loving Mom
After Months Missing, Dog Escapes Euthanasia And Reunites With Her Mom
After Months Missing, Dog Escapes Euthanasia And Reunites With Her Mom
Dog Runs Off From New Home Just To Be With His Foster Mom Again
Dog Runs Off From New Home Just To Be With His Foster Mom Again
Starving Pup With Days To Live Blossoms Into The Most Loving Dog
Starving Pup With Days To Live Blossoms Into The Most Loving Dog
Rescue Chihuahua Mom Delivers 11 Puppies, Setting New World Record
Rescue Chihuahua Mom Delivers 11 Puppies, Setting New World Record
Dog Refuses To Leave Foal’s Side Until He Recovers From The Loss Of His Mother
Dog Refuses To Leave Foal’s Side Until He Recovers From The Loss Of His Mother
Rescue Dog Meets New Dad For The First Time And Can’t Stop Hugging Him
Rescue Dog Meets New Dad For The First Time And Can’t Stop Hugging Him
Dog Stolen Years Ago Flies 600 Miles Back to Her Family
Dog Stolen Years Ago Flies 600 Miles Back to Her Family
Hidden Camera Shows Cat Comforting Anxious Dog When Alone
Hidden Camera Shows Cat Comforting Anxious Dog When Alone
Dog Missing For Weeks Is Ecstatic To Reunite With Her Family
Dog Missing For Weeks Is Ecstatic To Reunite With Her Family
Dog Boops His Deaf And Blind Friend’s Nose As Their Special Greeting
Dog Boops His Deaf And Blind Friend’s Nose As Their Special Greeting
Heartbroken Dog Stares At Wall For Weeks After Family Leaves Him At Shelter
Heartbroken Dog Stares At Wall For Weeks After Family Leaves Him At Shelter
Sweet Dog Finds Lasting Family After 14 Adoption Failures
Sweet Dog Finds Lasting Family After 14 Adoption Failures
Friendly Shelter Dog Loves Playing With Everyone But No One Picks Him
Friendly Shelter Dog Loves Playing With Everyone But No One Picks Him
Lonely Pup Watches Fellow Dogs Get Adopted While He Waits In His Kennel
Lonely Pup Watches Fellow Dogs Get Adopted While He Waits In His Kennel
Man Helps Dog Befriend Cat In Adorable Moment Caught On Camera
Man Helps Dog Befriend Cat In Adorable Moment Caught On Camera
Rescued Dog Awaits In Her Lonely Corner Until Her Perfect Match Comes Along
Rescued Dog Awaits In Her Lonely Corner Until Her Perfect Match Comes Along
Labrador Retriever Mom Delivers An Exceptionally Unique Litter
Labrador Retriever Mom Delivers An Exceptionally Unique Litter
Mama Dog Mourning Her Puppies Finds Comfort With An Adorable Helper
Mama Dog Mourning Her Puppies Finds Comfort With An Adorable Helper
Beloved Pittie Was Sadly Places In A Shelter After Owner Lost Her Home
Beloved Pittie Was Sadly Places In A Shelter After Owner Lost Her Home
Shelter Dog Desperately Hugs Everyone He Meets, Wishing They’d Adopt Him
Shelter Dog Desperately Hugs Everyone He Meets, Wishing They’d Adopt Him
Missing Dog Stays Aloof Until His True Family Finally Arrives
Missing Dog Stays Aloof Until His True Family Finally Arrives
Devoted Dog Spends 10 Days Outside Hospital Hoping For Deceased Owner’s Return
Devoted Dog Spends 10 Days Outside Hospital Hoping For Deceased Owner’s Return
Shelter Pup Loses Spirit After Over 100 Days Of Waiting To Be Adopted
Shelter Pup Loses Spirit After Over 100 Days Of Waiting To Be Adopted
Man Saves A Mutt Puppy, Then Finds Out She’s Something Special
Man Saves A Mutt Puppy, Then Finds Out She’s Something Special
Shelter Pittie Caught On Camera Jumping Over Wall to Stay With Her Buddy
Shelter Pittie Caught On Camera Jumping Over Wall to Stay With Her Buddy
News Reporter Melts At A Shelter As Dog’s Hug Wins His Heart
News Reporter Melts At A Shelter As Dog’s Hug Wins His Heart
Dog Mom Adopts 6 More Puppies, Ending Up With Family Of 17
Dog Mom Adopts 6 More Puppies, Ending Up With Family Of 17
Stray Dog Sneaks Into Truck And Won’t Leave Until He’s Adopted
Stray Dog Sneaks Into Truck And Won’t Leave Until He’s Adopted
Big Pittie Still Naps on Dad’s Shoulder Despite Her Size
Big Pittie Still Naps on Dad’s Shoulder Despite Her Size
Senior Dog Adopted At 17 Lives Long Enough To Welcome His Baby Sister
Senior Dog Adopted At 17 Lives Long Enough To Welcome His Baby Sister
Ten Pups Make Grandma’s 89th Birthday Unforgettable
Ten Pups Make Grandma’s 89th Birthday Unforgettable
Shelter Dog Yearns For Affection, Holds Hands With Visitors
Shelter Dog Yearns For Affection, Holds Hands With Visitors
Sweet Dog With Teddy Bear Face Doesn’t Know Why He Keeps Getting Returned
Sweet Dog With Teddy Bear Face Doesn’t Know Why He Keeps Getting Returned
This 94-Year-Old Man Has The Cutest Routine With Neighbor’s Dogs
This 94-Year-Old Man Has The Cutest Routine With Neighbor’s Dogs
Heroic Dog Gives Her Life To Save Owner From Mountain Lion
Heroic Dog Gives Her Life To Save Owner From Mountain Lion
Dog With Unique Smile Was Blessed With A Fresh Start
Dog With Unique Smile Was Blessed With A Fresh Start
Man And His Big Rescue Family Live Life To The Fullest
Man And His Big Rescue Family Live Life To The Fullest
Dog’s Sad Gaze At Wall Touches Hearts After Failed Adoption
Dog’s Sad Gaze At Wall Touches Hearts After Failed Adoption
Two Stray Dogs Watch Over Blind Woman By The River
Two Stray Dogs Watch Over Blind Woman By The River
Hospital Patient’s Spirits Soar After Reuniting With Beloved Dog
Hospital Patient’s Spirits Soar After Reuniting With Beloved Dog
Proud Rottweiler Mom Has Unexpected Record-Breaking Litter
Proud Rottweiler Mom Has Unexpected Record-Breaking Litter
Adorable Grandpa Builds A Dog Train To Bring Joy To Rescued Dogs
Adorable Grandpa Builds A Dog Train To Bring Joy To Rescued Dogs
Overlooked Pittie Makes His Bed Daily To Prove He’s Ready For Adoption
Overlooked Pittie Makes His Bed Daily To Prove He’s Ready For Adoption
Lonely Rescue Kitten Adopts Tiny Rescue Chihuahua
Lonely Rescue Kitten Adopts Tiny Rescue Chihuahua
Shelter’s Loudest Dog Falls Silent When Reunited with His Dad
Shelter’s Loudest Dog Falls Silent When Reunited with His Dad
Stray Cat Comforts A Lonely Dog Longing For His Owner
Stray Cat Comforts A Lonely Dog Longing For His Owner
Couple Adopts Lookalike Dog, Discovers It’s Their Dog’s Sibling
Couple Adopts Lookalike Dog, Discovers It’s Their Dog’s Sibling
Mama Great Dane Shatters Expectations With 21 Puppies In 27 Hours
Mama Great Dane Shatters Expectations With 21 Puppies In 27 Hours
Couple Shocked To Discover Foster Dog Pregnant With Tons Of Puppies
Couple Shocked To Discover Foster Dog Pregnant With Tons Of Puppies
Adorable Rescued Dog And Cat Refuse To Be Parted In Shelter
Adorable Rescued Dog And Cat Refuse To Be Parted In Shelter
Dog Sneaks Into Store Display Hoping To Find A New Family
Dog Sneaks Into Store Display Hoping To Find A New Family
Wolf-Dog Reunites With His Military Dad After 10 Months Apart
Wolf-Dog Reunites With His Military Dad After 10 Months Apart
Pup With 6 Legs Gets Adopted By Bullied Teen And They Become Best Friends
Pup With 6 Legs Gets Adopted By Bullied Teen And They Become Best Friends
Cute Puppy Can’t Stop Smiling When She Realizes She’s Going To A New Home
Cute Puppy Can’t Stop Smiling When She Realizes She’s Going To A New Home
Woman Adopts Senior Dog From Shelter And Realizes It’s Her Childhood Best Friend
Woman Adopts Senior Dog From Shelter And Realizes It’s Her Childhood Best Friend
Shelter Dog Unnoticed For 11 Years Finally Finds A Loving Home
Shelter Dog Unnoticed For 11 Years Finally Finds A Loving Home
Brave Dog Jumps In Water To Save His Cat Friend
Brave Dog Jumps In Water To Save His Cat Friend
Lost Dog Cries After Reuniting with Owner Following Six Days Apart
Lost Dog Cries After Reuniting with Owner Following Six Days Apart
One-Eared Dog Finds New Home After Huge Support
One-Eared Dog Finds New Home After Huge Support
Service Dog Graduates From University With His Owner
Service Dog Graduates From University With His Owner
Homeless Man And His Dogs Caught Celebrating Birthday In The Streets
Homeless Man And His Dogs Caught Celebrating Birthday In The Streets
Todd The Golden Retriever Saves Owner From Rattlesnake Bite
Todd The Golden Retriever Saves Owner From Rattlesnake Bite
Puppies From The Same Litter Meet By Chance And Everyone Melts
Puppies From The Same Litter Meet By Chance And Everyone Melts
Heroic Dolphins Timely Save Dog From Drowning in Florida
Heroic Dolphins Timely Save Dog From Drowning in Florida
Tiny Puppy Demands To Be Let Out Of His Incubator By Screaming At Mom
Tiny Puppy Demands To Be Let Out Of His Incubator By Screaming At Mom
They Were Expecting 3 Puppies, Dalmatian Mom Gave Birth To 18 Instead
They Were Expecting 3 Puppies, Dalmatian Mom Gave Birth To 18 Instead
Bridesmaids Swaps Bouquets For Shelter Dogs To Walk Down The Aisle
Bridesmaids Swaps Bouquets For Shelter Dogs To Walk Down The Aisle
Abandoned Dog Mommy Gives Birth To 14 Puppies On Christmas Eve
Abandoned Dog Mommy Gives Birth To 14 Puppies On Christmas Eve
Ohio Law Enforcement Salutes K9 Tommy One Last Time After Euthanasia
Ohio Law Enforcement Salutes K9 Tommy One Last Time After Euthanasia
Entire Town Comes To Support Dying Dog On His Last Walk
Entire Town Comes To Support Dying Dog On His Last Walk
Shelter Dog Learns He Has A Long-Lost Sister, And Can’t Wait To Meet Her
Shelter Dog Learns He Has A Long-Lost Sister, And Can’t Wait To Meet Her
Dog Siblings Comfort Anxious Dog After He Was Rescued From Abusive Owners
Dog Siblings Comfort Anxious Dog After He Was Rescued From Abusive Owners
Left Alone After His Owner Died, Chihuahua Faithfully Keeps Their Habits
Left Alone After His Owner Died, Chihuahua Faithfully Keeps Their Habits
Old Dog Given A Month To Live Keeps Living Her Best Life For Another Full Year
Old Dog Given A Month To Live Keeps Living Her Best Life For Another Full Year
Bodybuilder Who Once Mocked Toy Dogs Became Their Biggest Savior
Bodybuilder Who Once Mocked Toy Dogs Became Their Biggest Savior
Adorable Puppies Enjoy A Nap In Their Own Tiny Sleeping Bags
Adorable Puppies Enjoy A Nap In Their Own Tiny Sleeping Bags
Deaf and Blind Puppy Impresses With Her Nose Skills
Deaf and Blind Puppy Impresses With Her Nose Skills
US Veteran Reunited With His Dog After 764 Days Apart
US Veteran Reunited With His Dog After 764 Days Apart
This 100-Pound Great Dane Is A Protective Mama To All The Foster Puppies
This 100-Pound Great Dane Is A Protective Mama To All The Foster Puppies
Abused Dog Walks In Police Station To Find His New Loving Family
Abused Dog Walks In Police Station To Find His New Loving Family
After 8 Years, Missing Dog Is Finally Reunited With Her Owner
After 8 Years, Missing Dog Is Finally Reunited With Her Owner
Louisiana Man Finds An Old Dog Grave That Leave Him In Tears
Louisiana Man Finds An Old Dog Grave That Leave Him In Tears
US Veteran Tries To Sell His Car To Get His Dogs Back, Then Gets A Wonderful Surprise
US Veteran Tries To Sell His Car To Get His Dogs Back, Then Gets A Wonderful Surprise
This Adorable Giant Cane Corso Helps Raising His Owner’s Baby Boy
This Adorable Giant Cane Corso Helps Raising His Owner’s Baby Boy
Meet Cinnamon, The Puppy With The Most Amazing ‘Cinnamon Roll’ Ears
Meet Cinnamon, The Puppy With The Most Amazing ‘Cinnamon Roll’ Ears
Service Dog Bailey Breaks The Rules To Save His Mommy
Service Dog Bailey Breaks The Rules To Save His Mommy
Aggressively Cute Rottweiler Holds His Owner Hand While Sleeping
Aggressively Cute Rottweiler Holds His Owner Hand While Sleeping
New Jersey Man Reunites With German Shepherd Who Saved His Life
New Jersey Man Reunites With German Shepherd Who Saved His Life
Adopted Pit Bull Saves A Boy With Seizures And Becomes Local Hero
Adopted Pit Bull Saves A Boy With Seizures And Becomes Local Hero
Retiring Police Dog Gets Final Radio Call For His Retirement
Retiring Police Dog Gets Final Radio Call For His Retirement