''13 Years Ago I Moved into a Secluded Home in the Connecticut Woods'' | DEEP WOODS CREEPYPASTA

‘‘It was strange living on my own. Well, I wasn’t truly alone. I had Toby, but… I rarely saw anybody…’’
Today’s phenomenal story is a wonderful tale originally titled ‘Toby’, an original work by Minthiy, kindly shared with me via my sub-r-ddit for the express purpose of having me exclusively narrate it here for you all.
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[@minthiy3106]

Hey thanks for narrarating another one of my stories! I write these for you guys so I hope you all enjoyed it.

[@michaellockhart6176]

#BearLair64: Thank YOU for sharing your talents and vision!

[@irispinkerton5722]

I loved this one ...well I love them all lol

[@veggietalefacts1541]

Minthiy keep writing we appreciate it

[@toniyoung8474]

Thanks for this story. As a dedicated dog lover, I cried.

[@pogihalo]

I literally shed tears when you described toby. Been there many times and it seemed so real!

[@williamfawkes8379]

You had me crying there when the dog was dying, I recently lost my Mastiff to old age, and it all came rushing back. She was also a good dog and had a good life, maybe I'll see her again sometime. She would make a whoop-ass avenging spirit.

[@paulgaskins7713]

Eh only had 26 minutes left before reading this. Would be pretty butthurt though if I didn’t Kinda see it coming once the dog died and the blanket was there why else build the dog as a character to kill it midway through 🤷‍♂️

[@GrowLLLTigeRRR]

Listen to Beyond Creepy "Another Place". It helped me.

[@luckyleathers7402]

Ohhh wow... This story rings home for many of us who have suffered from past depression with our only friend being our pet. Kudos Dr. Kudos!

[@vanessafowler5275]

This was a rough one emotionally for anyone who has had to assist one of their best friends to rest. My dog Axle was a Staffordshire terrier. He was the smartest dog I've ever raised. We talked to him like he was human and he understood exactly what we said to him. Helping him leave this world was like losing one of my sons. It's a pain I'll never get over. This author definitely captured that soul crushing emotion, I wept like it was happening again.

[@brianhaman7158]

Look

[@ChaoticNeutralGoth]

I have staffie as well and I understand completely. He is extremely intelligent and sweetest dog ever. He's not that old but the thought of him passing away is heartbreaking

[@winterbird9189]

no he didn't, because he abandoned his best friend. Twice.

[@angelhelton682]

I mean, i understand the pain of losing a beloved pet, but Ik losing 100 of my furry bestie would still pale in comparison 2 losing one of my babies.

[@leighanndunn3321]

Just to let you know, when I see you upload a long story, i internally say YES! Thank you Dr.

[@jackiealpeter4993]

First, let me offer my deepest condolences on the loss of Kerri. Second,I just want to say that,even with the horror element, this was a very moving story,and your vocal talents only enhanced it. Thanks again,Doc. The loss of a pet or a miscarriage are each a deep and unique kind of grief,and I have experienced both. Thanks to the author and you for your efforts. As always,Peace.

[@michaellockhart6176]

Dogs are the best people!

[@bobtheblindbedroomguitaris8742]

Hey Mike you got that one hundred percent. Yep they certainly are! You have a great life I guess LOL I

[@racheallange2056]

Yes they are...I was in tears over this story...

[@jackiemarini3203]

Agree 💯

[@GlitterismyCRACK]

Oh my one and a quarter hours! Thank you Doc! Your time is very much appreciated! Great narration. Luna

[@loanianderson394]

Thank you for the story. Godspeed to Kerry to her place of light.

[@karencomette2964]

This is the first time I ever cried listening to a creepy pasta. I love my dog so much and he is going older now..I have tears running down my face. ..I am such a sucker for a dog story.i always thought it was funny that I can hear stuff about people and never bother me but when it comes to animals I will cry every time lolol

[@MadameRaven1]

I'm in bed with my dog snuggled up by me. Maybe not such a good idea.😂😂 have a lovely night, Doc. Edit: half way through, way to make a lady cry, Doc.😂

[@mrsmurray7949]

Ikr, glad it weren't just me I was in tears🙈 I was more mad with him though never ever leave your friend on their own in the end, and the fact he let Toby run out in the 1st place, looool I was way to invested in this one haha

[@minthiy3106]

Sorry! I actually wrote this to cope with the loss of my own dog a couple months back

[@AlexanderiaStarling]

The dog gets hurt..? I won’t listen if the dog gets hurt.. Every story where there’s a pet, the pet dies and it’s annoying..

[@MadameRaven1]

Minthiy no worries, I understand how hard it is to lose a fur baby. Just hugged my pets tighter. Wonderful story.

[@MadameRaven1]

@@AlexanderiaStarling um...the dog lives a long and happy life.

[@zollo911]

40:11 "He's looking for you!", And in that moment, everyone, everywhere, cried.

[@anniereddj]

Thank you Dr Creepen & Minthiy for this moving story. The sad truth with our best friends, our devoted dogs & our pet companions in toto is their unfortunate short time we are graced by their presence in our lives. You never forget your first & how they truly do let you know when “that time” comes. I cried with Jacob over Toby as I had with my dear Duncan. The events after were unexpected with an ending that was wonderful. Thank you both so much.

[@TheSCPStudio]

Kind of a side note but if you ever wanna train an animal to not pee in the house, you DON'T push their face into it. They can't correlate things like you and I. They don't understand WHY you're doing it, just that the person they love is being physically forceful. You have to catch them in the act and then try to take them to where they're supposed to do it.

[@dorothyaebutcher7103]

That's right. Animals already know how their own pee smells! Rubbing their noses in it is very confusing for them, especially if done roughly or in anger. Just as with humans, it's difficult for them to learn when they're afraid and trying to please someone who seems to them to be behaving irrationally.

[@TheSCPStudio]

@@dorothyaebutcher7103 Exactly! People seem to forget that animals don't think like humans and can easily misinterpret your actions.

[@RK-nc6jl]

As a dog lover I have to call bullshit. It works just fine, they’re animals not human and this practice has worked for my dogs time and again. Just cause you don’t like it does not mean it doesn’t work.

[@rayswoop4947]

I would just put their nose close to it and say no! That's bad! And put them outside for a couple minutes then repeat till they get it no biggie but yeah don't really have to rub their face in it really

[@hankwatson8947]

@@RK-nc6jl trained many of my animals this way have to say it works just fine saying it don't work B.S people don't agree with something an its bad this is the times we live in

[@mojomunkee]

RIP Kerri, she was good people. She will be missed, she was very kind to me and my wife in the streams. Very sweet of you to dedicate this one to her.

[@diamondxoxoxo]

Man this got me. I cried. I tried to hold it in but the tears won in the end. I'm just glad that man's best friend was still there as he used to be and invincible now. Finally a reason to stay at the house x

[@dondawson2174]

I work 12hr shifts 5 days a week seeing the real horrors of the real world... I find my solace in these story's of distant horror. Thank You for that.

[@irish34csprigg61]

Our world is a evil place what my father once to me .... I'm 36 now know he was right

[@earthequalsmissingcurvesqu9359]

on my way binging through the videos, listening while i paint, they don´t really scare me anymore, too old, to fucked up my heart is. This one here was special. the part where the dog was dying i stopped painting and then the tears. this was a good one. this one is special. thank you.

[@LordBitememan]

*cat person shuffles awkwardly in his seat*

[@dieyng]

Not really much difference, as far as the emotions involved. We love them, they love us. It's just that dogs think we are the pack leaders and cats think they are our bosses. :-)

[@MsLopez-fu8xv]

Ever since I've come across your channel, I'm hooked. I can listen the majority of the day and be put to bed at night. This is one of my favorites. Thank you for spending this time of covid with us.

[@lizn4303]

OMG, tears with this one.

[@cutenose38]

Hiya doc its jenny and the cats as usual we are all stuffed into my old recliner. We have been watching z nation till we got your notification ive only got 3 episodes left. We have our favorite drinks and we are ready to listen. 😸😸😸😸😸😸😸

[@jimmyshrimbe9361]

Awesome show!

[@MadameRaven1]

Such a sweet looking kitty in your avatar.

[@cutenose38]

@@MadameRaven1 thank you its my sphinx nelson he is my favorite cat i know im not supposed to have favorites but the other cats dont know i dont tell them. Lol

[@cutenose38]

@@jimmyshrimbe9361 i know ive got 3 episodes left

[@robottank7457]

I miss z nation

[@Chris-bw7eb]

I always get so excited when I see a good title that's over an hour long ❤❤ you're truly the best. I'm long over due to buy some of your merchandise:)

[@giniwalters8401]

This was great Dr. I enjoyed it very much 🖤💙🖤 Thank you!!!

[@cameronferguson1211]

May Kerri Temporary rest in peace.Doc...amazing narration as always

[@matthewmitchell6001]

I've had two cats for a decade and they're practically dogs, soo loving just following me around all day and sleeping next to me at night. The one still with me plays fetch even lol. Lost the other girl in november, stayed with her for the end at the vet and told how good she was all the way through. Cant stop crying right now but wouldnt trade any of that time for the world. Love you Kikers

[@daryngentry463]

Condolences to the family and friends. I have been listening to Dr. Creepen for approximately a year now, and this is one of the best that I've heard. Great job with this story!

[@Eluneadore1]

Awesome story, loved it, thank you so much!

[@blakewelker7139]

Hmm, quite the coincidence. My cousin happens to also have a young Australian Shepherd-German Shepherd mix named Toby.

[@Riflery]

Hmm, yet another coincidence. I also have a cousin.

[@glovergayles187]

Awf.! This thread of 'coincidences' could ONLY be better if I had a cousin named Toby 😊👍

[@Riflery]

@@glovergayles187 What a coincidence. I also don't have a cousin named Toby.....starting now. Unless he gets back up again. He is a fighter. Sorry wait, he Was a fighter.

[@dorothyaebutcher7103]

I have a friend (no, really!) who has a cousin whose friend has an auntie who has a neighbor who has two kittehs who chase this kid Pete out of her yard because eww, boy cooties, and Pete went to school with a guy who had five cousins with dogs and one of the dogs wasn't really called Toby but looked like she should be a Toby, it's an attitude thing, and so that's what everyone (except the kittehs) called her! Dammit, we live in a small world, my friends! Spooky! 😀🖤

[@dianamilner8554]

Tell you that was an awesome story. Shed tears twice. Your stories are always great. 2 more hrs,

[@sanniwartinen3595]

Excellent story!! I really enjoyed this one!

[@mickbrowning1751]

Dude it makes my night when i get ready to look for a story to go to sleep to and see youve uploaded a new hr long one! It means more than you know in this hectic world i live in. Thank you dr creepen!

[@mikehavok1859]

This was wonderful to listen to in bed having it all play out in my head Made for a good "brain movie"

[@overlordcacius]

Shadow was my best friend. We adopted him as a kitten when we moved into our family home. I loved him so much. When I went out of state to college, he would wait in my old bedroom everyday until I came back for break. I wasn't there when he was put down. He waited for me until the end. I have the condolences letter from the spca my mother sent to me. She knew how much I cared about him. My heart goes out to all those who've lost a loved one and hurt like that.

[@loneentity]

That is one of the best stories I’ve head! And very very well narrated. I’ve not been listening for long around 5 months and really enjoy the stories which unfortunately I don’t get to hear many of the endings due to listening before I go to sleep! Really glad I found you Dr Creepen keep up the great work👍

[@heidi681]

❤ Thank you, Dr. Creepen. ❣Farewell Kerry Temporary.

[@robertvanderhoof5283]

Great tale !! Thanks Doc

[@rayswoop4947]

Something about dark spirits and unknown, ancient entities prowling about in a dark forest always gets me interested 😁

[@elpretender1357]

I honestly love forest stories, but its dissapointing that nowadays most of them are just about a monster devoid of personality chasing the main character for half an hour. It gets old pretty quick.

[@rayswoop4947]

@@elpretender1357 yeah I hear ya, I guess I get so tired of hearing about human monsters on this Earth doing atrocious things to each other that I escape into mythical monsters I guess lol

[@elpretender1357]

@@rayswoop4947 Not saying the forest monsters are boring, but the linear formula. Also the fact that this monsters usually have no personality or caracterization and just chase the protagonist for no clear reason while the main character just reacts to it. I guess that's how a real life encounter should feel like and that may be part of the appeal for some.

[@rayswoop4947]

@@elpretender1357 hopefully whenever I start posting my stories I'll definitely change that, I get tired of them always having black eyes and pale with sharp teeth lol, I get tired of that too for real 😁

[@elpretender1357]

@@rayswoop4947 Lmao me too. I'm right now working on a terrifying herbivore forest monster, wanting to hunt down the MC just because it's another day in your life and you need to eat makes it kinda trivial so I'll go for something personal.

[@harrygrimley4352]

Creepy. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@zombie5310]

My condolences on your friend, as far as the story goes.. I was hoping for the zombie dog to return to finish off the evil ball and chain that was haunting that poor man.

[@chrishowell9821]

It's a story bro, it ain't real.

[@agravemisunderstanding9668]

Have only just started the story and now I'm just confused

[@jackdurden466]

Oh boy, I’m saddened that we lost a member of our community. It’s not uncommon for these stories to have some form of eulogy, but to have the Dr deliver a real one just hits harder than most. And Dr, it’s good to know you have faith within you, and although I didn’t know Kerri, I agree, party on, party on..

[@michellel564]

Twisty. Nice not letting the cat out WAY too soon, i hate when i figure out whats goin on 2 mins in. Ya, ya kept my attention strait thru fella. Excellent job!

[@Godlovesmatt]

Damn RIGHT tobi! The goodest of good boys don't let death stop them from protecting! Good story friend!

[@darylphipps890]

Putting down Toby brought back memories of having to put down a pet cat I once had (DJ) SHE had feline lukemea (sp). Cried like a baby at her loss. But it's 2 shot's one to put them 2 sleep and the second stop the heart. Best Cat I ever had!

[@robertgoode6713]

Yeah that was rough, good doctor. Well done, as always. ❤

[@tanniestienie7833]

Awesome! Thanks doc!

[@AngelWolfSoldier]

I am 100% addicted. I can't stop listening, got half my hangar listening to it.

[@astralworm7277]

That was an awesome story.. very intriguing .. Totally gripping ..Thank you Minthiy for writing this and the good Dr for narrating it 😊

[@thevonkelley8769]

Amazing story ! Yet another perfect dose of macabre medicine from the good Dr. Creepen 🖤

[@jnokomis]

I whimpered about as much as that poor dog. He should never let Toby suffer that long. I've been in his position. I've never left my baby's side. No matter how much it hurts I have to be there for them, I want the last thing they feel to be my love. How did you not sob while reading this story. I cried. See you soon dearest Dr

[@matthewmorrison9932]

Great story! Great narration!

[@Stardust_7273]

😢 it’s always so hard watching a pet get old and deteriorate… having to end their suffering… it’s our final gift to them, showing them we love them so much… Been through it many times 😞

[@patriciamorrison9522]

very good just loved it!! your voice is your voice is so the WOW❤

[@rayswoop4947]

Dr Creepen have you ever read The Man Whom The Trees Loved? It's a great story by Algernon Blackwood, that was just magnificent and so original. I would be extremely delighted to hear ur awesome narration to that great story if ever..oh man if ever☺️

[@punkinazz69]

How kind of you to do this story in honor of Kerri Temporary’s transition! It was a very good story, I am sure she enjoyed. Thank you, Doctor Creepen! Not too bad for a man of science.

[@storm-luciolivier636]

Awesome story as per usual, thanks babe.....💋🎈

[@thorbenthomas6880]

I've enjoyed many of your narrations but this one is really special. Thank you!

[@juancortes5274]

Holy crap! This was great!

[@irish34csprigg61]

Thank you for the storytime lad

[@shyanncales7076]

These long stories are the absolute best I love listening to them as I lay down for bed

[@LuisaD93]

Wow!-another one that got me feeling some sort of way and on the edge 😬🌹

[@chrishowell9821]

Awesome work Dr

[@Mango_mahogany]

Nice vid

[@heywardramey3476]

Good story! I really love your voice!💖💖💖

[@cac2821]

I love this story.

[@andrewreynolds2727]

That's was a wonderful story bro R.I.P

[@SuperSteven2323]

Sorry for your loss doc

[@shellebates2648]

I missed this the first time around. This is the best story I've heard in a long time. Thank you

[@chicky-to7qs]

I love the thumbnail!

[@elizabethmager1158]

Great story.

[@Lisa-ev6lw]

When you was saying goodbye to toby I was bawling I mean really hard ....brought back memories of my own💔

[@stephainewilliams9970]

Great story luv ur voice god bless👍👍👍👍

[@jones8041]

beautiful, sad, and very well done! thanks!

[@Teknofobe]

Good one Doc. Gratitude. Peace & love from Scotland brother. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@robynnichols1964]

I'm not sure he got what he deserved but I totally love the unconditional love and loyalty of our 4 legged friend and family member!!

[@_Hyphema_]

RIP Kerri. The world is lesser place without you.

[@TannerSpookyMusic]

Always the perfect amount of time for my commute back from work. Love ya always Dr Creepen❤️

[@reallywannaknow3560]

always thought it was "dog is a man's best friend".

[@juliashenandoah3965]

I always listen to your stories, thanks for all the great narrations!

[@djentile7773]

Faith is good, it gives meaning to life. This was a great story!

[@TRNcBrwn357]

Oh man,this story was so good! Heartfelt & creepy😂

[@turtlesage3709]

man this one got me sad my tobi was 15 when he passed an who ever wrote this has lost a dog...half way threw and I wanna be creeped out not sad

[@rayswoop4947]

Just a story sokay ya know?

[@sylviehawes5654]

Thank you. I loved listening to this story.

[@coltonstrain584]

Gosh I’m sorry to hear about your friend doc that really hit me hard I’ve lost way to many people myself I know that feeling all to well and when the dog passed in the story that made me shed some tears then you have to tell us a good friend actually has passed it just hit even worse

[@joeystrachan2523]

Good man and good comments

[@actualkarensteve4340]

That was an amazing story, I listened to it at 5 in the morning, effectively shat myself towards the end (my room was pitch black when I listened). The ending though was my favourite part... so wholesome. Ironically my chihuahua sleeps at the end of my bed, needless to say I petted him a lot. Amazing story, great portrayal Keep up the good work

[@glassdiamond2185]

I have an old dog. She has arthritis in her hips and legs and has those problems. Breaks my heart.

[@anjejg777]

great story...but MAN!.. not the dog! I am right there with my dog...couldn't take it! You had me bawling😭! As always...way to go with the narration doc!

[@xxWynterGenisisxx]

I am literally at work right now and starting to cry, this is not acceptable. I just hope no one stops by my cubicle during the hour or so until we're all done for the day...

[@cameronangel1013]

Welcome back buddy

[@carlosrocks06]

Good story. Dogs are most loyal out of anyone out there.

[@tomhellert4125]

nice job doc..creepy indeed

[@dylanmorris7357]

Man this one sounds like it could be really good. I love a good Deep Woods horror story, especially ones set in Connecticut which is very remote and rural.

[@Smacstac]

Dylan Morris not as remote as you think unless it’s voluntown that place has nobody in it

[@misssamhain4334]

Yeah it’s really not depending on which towns.. where I live it’s not rural in the least

[@rayswoop4947]

But their is rural places around there right?

[@Smacstac]

@@rayswoop4947 indeed go to kent or woodbury or parts of cheshire and you are very alone or voluntown like i said,

[@rayswoop4947]

@@Smacstac cool👍

[@Mossssssssssssssssss]

36:00 that whole thing made me cry... I have just lost my 12 year old doggo, and all of therse things were too relatable

[@bertramgunn]

Great stuff NYC here

[@mrsmurray7949]

Evening doc, 🍷

[@kathybarekman9781]

Wild ride! Excellent story!

[@eyeofthetabby3411]

Well now...I live in CT and the place where the thumbnail pic was taken is right in my area. Well done, as always! 👏

[@debbieathy5204]

Eye of the Tabby where in ct is that because I go walking and drive around different parts of Connecticut I love it around here I live in enfield ct

[@eyeofthetabby3411]

@@debbieathy5204 That would be Saville Dam in Barkhamsted, its awesome hiking and EPIC in the fall. I'd also recommend Topsmead State Park in Litchfield.

[@debbieathy5204]

Eye of the Tabby thank u that’s so awesome of you to let me know about those places and yoyr kitty there looks beautiful mu cat is a Russian blue mix she is my baby and sleeps with me every night on the top of my sweatshirts I pad up on the bed for her

[@polincgoku6658]

Oh. I was not prepared to feel these feels. Started this as i closed up shop and rollerbladed home. My doggo so happy to see me, went outside for a smoke, rassled with her, come inside to eat aaaand my feels got kicked in the balls

[@MadCatAttack123]

I thought I was listening to a creepypasta. Turns out it was a weepypasta. Almost started bawling at the office. Thanks Doc...