Grandpa's Dog Was About To Be Put Down But This Couple Drove For Hours To Save Him
His estranged grandpa passed away recently, but that didn't stop Ashton Hart from rescuing the old man's canine companion. Hart and his grandpa hadn't spoken for six years, but when he heard of his passing, one thought entered his mind: Did his grandpa have any pets that needed help?
As it turns out, he did, and the dog was in danger of being euthanized without anyone to care for him. When Hart learned this, he and his husband drove three hours to reach the dog.
They had no idea what kind of situation they would encounter, but they didn't care. The only thing that mattered to them was the dog.
The only thing they did know was that they had to get to the dog before it was too late. Hart's husband had wanted a dog for a while.
In fact, they had just started fostering and volunteering at PAWS. Before starting his own business, Hart had been a staunch animal activist throughout his adult life.
His principles and love for animals meant that he wasn't about to let his grandpa's dog be harmed, and after hours of driving, the couple finally met the dog. The moment they learned of his existence, they loved him. Now that they've actually met their future dog, they love him even more.
The grieving dog who was given a second shot at being a part of a family
The couple named him Oatmilk Latte. Upon arrival, they saw that the dog was extremely overweight. His fur was also matted and dirty, and he probably had other health issues. The couple didn't back down; Oatmilk Latte is now their dog, and they will do whatever it takes to give him a good life.
Oatmilk Latte on his way to his new home
The dog was exhausted, so they got him into the car and then drove the three hours to Oatmilk Latte's new home.
Here's the video of their first meeting:
This is the start of Oatmilk Latte's new life with his new dads
Hart knew that his grandpa loved Oatmilk Latte a lot, but his old age and the state of his health probably prevented him from giving the dog the attention and care he deserved.
The poor pup was clearly heartbroken after losing his long-time companion. He was grieving because, like humans, it's also difficult for dogs to lose someone they love. To Oatmilk Latte, his human was his everything, and losing him took a toll on him.
He's getting familiar with his new surroundings and the new humans he gets to love
Little by little, Oatmilk Latte is moving forward with his life. His sweet and loving nature has made his new parents fall in love with him even more. He is now on a journey to improve his health and adjust to life with his dads.
Hart and his husband didn't even know Oatmilk Latte, but they drove for hours just to save him. Their dedication is admirable and heartwarming. They are exactly the kind of parents Oatmilk Latte needed.
The three of them suffered a loss together, but their bond with each other is only stronger because of it. We only hope for the best future for Oatmilk Latte and his new family!
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