A loving and loyal 20-year-old Weimaraner was adopted after being abandoned by his owner and experiencing heartbreak like no other.
The elderly dog, named Dax, was “Left confused and heartbroken”according to Big Dog Ranch Rescue – the No-Kill rescue in Florida that took in the senior dog.
However, Dax is “officially living the good life now” and found his forever family: a fur mom and two new siblings who welcomed him with open arms.
In an Instagram post, Big Dog Ranch Rescue wrote: “We are so grateful for this wonderful miracle! We cannot thank everyone enough for the outpouring of support that has helped DAX on this journey and ALL who have offered to give DAX a home.
According to Big Dog Ranch Rescue, after Dax arrived at the dog rescue, he underwent a full day of medical exams, which included x-rays, blood work, urinalysis, medical evaluation and exams.
Dax also went to a temporary foster home in Sarasota for care, offered by one of Rescue’s partners, Love4Paws.
Love4Paws revealed that Dax had issues with his hind legs and struggled to walk because of it. So Dax got his own set of wheels to help him out.
“He’s incredibly sweet and just wants to be loved, but you can tell he’s heartbroken,” wrote Love4Paws in a message.
While Love4Paws cared for Dax, Big Dog Ranch Rescue reviewed the adoption application to find “the perfect retirement home for him where he can be showered with the love and affection he so deserves for the time he has left.
Big Dog Ranch Rescue also revealed that the rescue group will cover all medical expenses and medical care for the senior dog for the rest of his life.
Dax’s story went viral in June and broke the hearts of many online users.
Big Dog Ranch Rescue shared video of the dog looking sad and confused after being returned. In the post, the Rescue wrote, “It is unfathomable to think of a loyal and loving 20 year old dog at the end of his life, abandoned and left confused and heartbroken.”
Big Dog Ranch Rescue also took this opportunity to remind people of how responsible dog owners are, physically and emotionally.
“It’s not just dogs, it’s our children and family members who love us unconditionally and remain loyal forever, asking for little in return,” the rescue continued.
A TikTok user wrote, “I don’t understand how someone got rid of their dog!! Especially at that age!!
Another user also wrote, “You know this baby loved his family and he can’t understand he will cry for them [for] the rest of his life. So sad.”
We hope Dax will live the rest of his life knowing nothing but love and happiness!