17-Year-Old Dog Wakes Her Foster Dad Up For Walks Every Morning | The Dodo Foster Diaries

[@matthewrichard3330]

When you take a dog home, they're for life. It's a commitment

[@justmepraying]

Amen! They are family members.....

[@amandamiconi7181]

Any animal! 🙂

[@chellefell1331]

very true, but we dont know the other family's situation....

[@Andyvh2416]

@@chellefell1331 people should view pets the way they do children. People don't give up their children unless they are absolutely 100% out of options. I guarantee you that didn't happen here. They got bored of their old girl and wanted a new one.

[@JB-js4xi]

@@Andyvh2416 exactly....there is no reason to do this. Elderly dogs revert to puppies like humans revert to children and they are difficult to care for but we OWE them that. Those people are horrible humans to have done this.

[@angeldoemer8263]

I can not imagine giving up my dog after 17 years.....the trauma. Thank you for giving her last moments , great moments.

[@cannpdx781]

We shove our old into nursing homes as soon as they are a burden. It's the same with older pets, but with even less conscious.

[@sueo.6731]

The trauma to YOU and the dog! My pledge to all my dogs is that I will be by their side in the end, just as they've been by mine throughout their lives. As a friend said after having to put her cat down, "We suffered so that she didn't have to." Thank you for taking this sweet baby in and loving her in the time she had left. You can tell it meant a lot to her.

[@RELubber]

@@cannpdx781 I didn't.

[@treciajuhnke5070]

@@sueo.6731 ?

[@WheresMyKoppy]

Our dog is thirteen. We've had her over ten years. I can't imagine any circumstances short of a disaster of biblical proportions that would lead me to abandon her.

[@marilynpasekoff4426]

Thank you for giving her love and support during her final months!

[@adelinegeesey9512]

Rest in peace Betty. God bless her foster parents.

[@sharkt9877]

Why are you saying Rest In Peace she ain’t dead

[@AD270479]

@@laurakinnan6840 In loving memory it says. Still confirms she's passed tho.

[@jettyabbing6463]

@@laurakinnan6840 Reading seems very hard for some of us, It says: In loving memory of Betty.

[@qasimqureshi1230]

This a 1000 times. If I ever get to retire I would go to the shelter and adopt older dogs. I feel like this is the least I can do

[@silosaur]

Qasim Qureshi yeah that’s why I adopted my 8 y/o poodle last year bc I knew all the puppies would have no problem getting adopted, plus he was from the breeding mills too so he didn’t look very good in the shelter. Well he turned out to be the sweetest dog lol

[@PolarticaStorm]

Who else was in tears when it came up with Loving Memory? I'm so glad she spent her final chapter or her life feeling loved.

[@antonyheritage2661]

Me too!

[@Adalgisaction]

Me

[@Croi86]

I thought I was the only one crying! 😭

[@rubytuesday5412]

I was in tears from the start when I heard she was 17 and been given up. What sort of people do this. But yes, I'm glad she spent her last with people who loved and cared for Betty.

[@thomasackerly2410]

Me 3 SAD

[@Chazlid]

Just realized that Betty passed but so happy that she had pure love with these amazing humans at the end. Thank you for sharing

[@mollyhannah2003]

Those senior dogs... They get me Every. Single. Time.

[@tamivujovic6227]

Me too! 😪🧡

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

She's a good dog

[@Dottie1039]

Betty was a real beauty! I would have been honored to have had her. Kudos to that lovely couple who made Betty feel loved in her last days.

[@Doug791]

Dammit. Nearly crying. Again. RIP Betty , you were a beautiful girl. Top marks to the fosterers , you did the right thing , the right way for the right reasons. 🐕

[@iceychill2125]

@@MoDavI-sl7iy she was* she passed away sadly

[@akilith3820]

These people are angels, actually adopting a senior dog. I wish there were more like them.

[@TheDodo]

There is a senior dog waiting for your love!

[@pkingglazersout6665]

@@TheDodo ❤️

[@strangerinthecorner5631]

Don't forget Betty the sweetest angel of all!!!🤭😘🐾🐾🐶

[@vhsninjaccoon7705]

İ love Senior dogs. İ lived with one my whole life, İ mean İ wasn't born...İ was but one senior dog was there was İ just turned 1-years-old. To be honest the dogs liked me more than most of my relatives. Don't know that dogs age but it's old. (İt was born way before me. İt has lived with my precious family since it's owners left to live back in austria or something. They've lived in that acre's for years, 16 years later they're still standing. One did pass but the eldest one won't give up that easy.)

[@xXxGordO241xXx]

@@TheDodo 😓😓🙏🙏🙏 hopefully they find their hooman 🙏🙏

[@ls-kk4pq]

"We're not going to do that to this girl." Music to my ears. 2 great people!

[@AnjaliDandriyal]

Giving away a dog after 17 years??! What kind of heartless monsters would do that?!! Pets are family, for life!

[@greybeard804]

Someone that feared they could not feed the dog in such troubled times. Many have lost their jobs... Perhaps it was out of love. Leave the judgement to God...

[@mroe-1]

@@greybeard804 I'll leave my judgement to myself. And I agree, if the family couldn't handle an older dog, grats to them for giving it away to folks who could. But if I couldn't care for my fur babies, I'd be devastated.

[@greybeard804]

@@mroe-1 Sometimes, devastation comes with life. Me burying my wife while I had young kids was a bit rough. But here I still am. Kids are grown and doing well.

[@mroe-1]

@@greybeard804 I had no idea you suffered as you did. But I'd treat my pets the same as a loved one as you have so lost. My condolences to you.

[@solomit1]

@@greybeard804 sorry to hear about your loss 💗

[@paulhicks778]

At least Betty had a brilliant home for the last part of her life, she seemed such a sweet dog

[@iceychill2125]

She passed away sadly

[@hannypressley343]

@@iceychill2125 how long did she spend with her foster parents?

[@iceychill2125]

@@hannypressley343 idk but in the end they said "In Loving Memory of Betty" which means she has gone to the afterlife.

[@wawawillegers4991]

The first owners were heartless. Given her up at the age of 17, unbelievable cruel. Thanks to the kind and amazing couple, she was having the best time ever before she passed. God bless you dear couple. Rest in peace little angel, may your soul find happiness in your new world. Adopt don't shop. Spay and neuter your pets. NB: if you cannot commit till death do we apart, please don't have furbabies. Because I don't want to see them in pain. From animal lover, vegan and love nature.

[@iceychill2125]

@@wawawillegers4991 you don't even know this situation so shut up! Maybe the owner passed away or something. You don't know

[@puppychan2086]

My dog is 12, I could never think of giving him away in his last days. He's been there for me sense I was 13 and I'm gonna be there for him...even if I know it's heartbreaking.

[@queenvictoria1832]

❤️Awww I am in the process now of adopting a old dog 🐶

[@RotGodKing]

It's hard but your dog will appreciate it and you will be at peace eventually knowing you did the best for him at the end.

[@sidewinder2057]

I started appreciating my dog even more with age as he became senior at 10-12, gradually becoming slower with age but still active and joyful. Couldn't think about the time he might be gone. And then suddenly one day he just couldn't walk at all with spine cancer out of nowhere. And after a weeks of unsuccessful treatments he was a shell of himself. That's devastating.

[@MJ-gj6mj]

Yes, be with your dog and appreciate all the time you have together.❤

[@Fellyfell]

How old are you? No one wants to do this! That dog is blessed to live this long. My mother and father are dying from diabetes. I also ended up in a wheelchair. We have 4 dogs. We love them all. And the people who had Betty loved her enough to rehome her. If people cannot take care of their dog, the mature thing to do is to rehome. It’s not easy. Ok. Geez. It sucks to get sick or disabled, only to neglect your damn dog who doesn’t deserve that. It hurts to rehome your dog to people who are able and healthy, people who have the means. This dog was blessed. Most get put down or get neglected by owners who are sick and old.

[@susanamos8543]

I have a 13 year old dog and he's blind but there is no Way in H. I could Ever Give Him Away He is my son!

[@topcat5233]

this right here. what a bunch of soulless monsters they were.

[@friscosmom]

I have a 18 year chihuahua who I call my son he's completely blind and I love him. I have had him since he was 4 months old. and no way in heck I would do that to my son Frisco he's my world.

[@ac8907]

Respect ❤️

[@robbieg4700]

exactly

[@alepazzo1559]

You certainly have no real Children for comparing a dog to a son.. Sorry

[@sbgirl4371]

I'm so happy that she was able to spend her last days in a home where she was loved and cared for!

[@thefilthelement]

I lost my baby of 17 years after having her since 8 weeks old and I can't imagine doing that to her 💔

[@kkarx]

My dog died of cancer 12 yo. When he was 10yo a car hit him and broke his back. It was the only time I can remember he was crossing a street alone in his life and there was never much traffic there. Bad luck. He just wanted to see a dog behind a fence he could not resist. Fortunately he survived because he had been in a great shape and we managed to get him to a special clinic where he stayed and rehabilitated for a month. It was a great return. He lost a lot of weight and muscles but was quite well otherwise, only his back was just little bit twisted to side but you could not really tell if you did not know about it. It sucks he died of cancer because I'm sure if he was not sick he'd be with us for many more years as he was in excellent condition otherwise and full of energy till his last few days.

[@63artemisia63]

@@kkarx You may know this: 12 is the average life expectancy of most dogs.

[@widgetsareus8850]

It's so sad that this 17-year-old dog was given away by her family. So glad this kind family decided to love and take care of Betty

[@msrainbowyellow6436]

💙💙💙💙🙏

[@abc1234567a1]

Maybe but don’t forget the good the family did for 17 years to the dog, not saying you are, but I wouldn’t judge the family because they may have done it because of extreme circumstances that they can’t disclose.

[@chimkinNuggz]

I bet it was an elderly persons dog but when elderly person died the other family members turned her in. Its sad to think about

[@MsKerry-lp1ue]

@@abc1234567a1 .... yea, maybe her elderly caretaker has become disabled, moved into a nursing home, passed away, etc.... it could be a number of things ☹️

[@alwaysturnonaircon]

@@abc1234567a1 you had your dog, no problems... For 17 years. Suddenly now its because of extreme circumstances? They abandoned her because they dont want the bother of caring for an aging dog. Thats it.

[@jungersrules]

Betty was better off living her last senior moments with this loving couple ...

[@Lee-fw9mr]

I hope the people who abandoned her feel the pain of abandonment themselves when they are old and frail. And when they experience that abject hopelessness and despair, I hope they think of Betty and ask for her forgiveness.

[@ThePernille45]

I would NEVER EVER give up on my dog. Who does that!!!!!! OMG. She's so lovely and a gentle soul. Thank you for giving her love at the end. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Bert_de_Wit]

Same here. I don't care what hardships I have to endure or how much money it costs. My dogs are my family.

[@kenny_dlc]

Sheesh talk about trash people

[@ny3974]

Don't know the story of why she was given away after 17 years, it could easily of been an older person who is terminally ill.. people can't just assume it's out of cruelty.. so so pleased Betty had the most amazing life in her final days. Beautiful story ☺️

[@63artemisia63]

@ Pernille Oschlag All we’re told is that Betty’s family “decided to give her away.” We have no idea what situation they found themselves in that made that necessary - job loss, loss of income, eviction, devastating illness, trauma, catastrophe. All you know is that you wouldn’t give your dog away, in your present situation, but situations change dramatically all the time, without warning. Many people are cruel to animals, but we have no reason to believe these people were

[@63artemisia63]

@@ny3974 Thanks for saying that. So many viewers just jumped right to outrage, assuming Betty’s first family gave her up because she was old with no thought for their possible situation.

[@Joeyblondewolf2]

I had my senior dog till he was nearly 15. Held him until his last breath. It was the hardest thing I ever done in my life. But he lived an amazing live. God bless this couple for giving a senior dog a chance. It's not easy knowing you don't have that much time with them ❤️😭

[@passion777able]

I took a count of all the dogs (2 ) and cats (13) that I have had since 1995 and except for 3 that were in utter pain, they all died in my arms. I have been with death every time but my babies knew they were loved and cared for til the end. My last boy is Magic Merlin. He is the last of a litter of 8 with their mother that I fostered from the day after they were born. I fell in love with all of them and kept them all. He's the last to survive. He turned 21 in May. And my last rescue was abandoned when his owners sold the house and left without him. Thank GoD I was already feeding him before that happened. When he found out they had left without him, he came running to me, looking DESPERATE to tell me what had happened. I new what he said and I told him, ." ....don't worry anymore, you're going to live with me," And I brought him in the house with the rest of my kids. He's around 16 now and the most adorable cat I have ever had. I am so glad they came in to my life. Who else would have helped them! We have so much cruelty in the word, they were always my little drops of sunshine. And I'm 75 now. I KNOW what it feels to be OLD. But I have 2 great kids that allow me to be independent but are there just when I need them. I'm lucky with my 2 kids and 2 grandsons and a daughter I didn't give birth to.

[@carolesmith4864]

@@passion777able Wonderful!

[@passion777able]

@@carolesmith4864 Thank you Carole. I also hailed that couple that adopted hat senior dog. He looked so happy with both of them. He got the kind of love he had always needed. Thank God for people like them.

[@maryannashenfelder5513]

I had to do the same. Beyond heart breaking, but I rest knowing that he had a wonderful life!!! Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 to all ,2 and 4 legged

[@rustypacker9841]

My 16 year old dog passed away this year I been sad every day since. I couldn’t imagine giving her away

[@Roseeeeee]

I only knew her for 4 minutes & there's something in my eye 😢

[@rp3703]

No shame in that brother

[@michellereyff8881]

I hate when that dust gets in my eyes...happens ALOT when I watch these vids !!! Bless you two for giving that angel LIFE before she left our world for her next life...whatever that may be

[@kismecrow]

She had her last moments in a good home, she knew this would be a happy family to rest, she knew it was a safe place, and since she felt safe, she knew it was a good place for her time to end. We love you, Betty. Rest In Peace.

[@MJ-gj6mj]

There's that. She had dignity, being loved and accepted. I'd hope we can all learn to love others, especially our furry friends 💗

[@tatonkapeach]

My dog is 14 and I would never give him away. He’s my best friend and I cook for him three times a day. My little man. I’m so happy that Betty was able to be with this loving couple.

[@CoolBeans193]

Yeah My first thought was why would you just give your dog away because she’s old. That seems so mean. I’m hoping it was a good reason like they were too old to properly care for her or something. I dunno

[@kimsmith819]

Your dog found the perfect mom to take him in. ❤

[@MJ-gj6mj]

@@CoolBeans193 Man I'd be looking for help every way I could before I ever abandon my best friend. Nope!

[@MJ-gj6mj]

Love that! I hope your friend is doing well:)

[@ThatGirlChyla]

I busted out blubbering like a baby when I saw “in loving memory”

[@Sasha-im4xi]

Me too

[@nadia3mar]

Me, too. I didn’t see that coming 💔

[@sadtothebone5767]

Me too.

[@cdcbvdcdcbvd]

Me too....

[@zanitine]

Scrolled through the comment section specifically to find this comment and say I did too

[@MCbarranco]

In loving memory of Betty, 😭 she passed, so glad she felt loved in the last stage of her life ❤️

[@nikkia326]

After 17 years?!? I WISH my baby would have lasted 17 years... some people don't realize how lucky they are! God bless these people, and God bless Betty!

[@1929modelagirl]

You are right on the mark. I still mourn my Chata, tho it has been many years and I have yet a house full of much loved cats & dogs that were unwanted by others. Blessed be

[@nikkia326]

@@1929modelagirl That's really wonderful that you've taken in those animals... you have a very big heart! ❤

[@nikkia326]

@Virginia Andre I still cry every time I talk about my little girl... I know how you feel. They change our lives and fill them with so much joy, but their time with us is so, so short. I've had dogs since, and loved them with my whole heart, but the bond I had with her was like nothing I've ever experienced. I'd do anything to have her back 😔

[@nikkia326]

@Angie B Although I would love to believe it was for that reason- and you could be completely right- I doubt it. There are so many cruel people out there... Hopefully you are correct and I'm just judging. At least whoever gave her up didn't euthanize her... that's a positive to the situation. I guess I just hear someone's pup lasting for 17 years and I'm jealous, really. I couldn't imagine giving up my baby, no matter what

[@Just_Pele]

How do you give away a 17 y/o dog? She's loved you her entire life, you are her whole world, and then you dump her? That's so cruel.

[@myriamdufault3571]

Some families can't afford medical bills when it comes to that, I am glad she was given to a shelter atleast.

[@abseiduk]

Maybe original owner passed away and their family don't have that attachment with her.

[@sennstrato7281]

Because people equalshit

[@RuleofFive]

I worked for the HSUS in Vermont for a few years. When elderly people with a cat or dog pass away none of the adult kids wants them. We received a lot of animals that way. You're right that its heartbreaking for the dog or cat. In this case it sounds like the family didn't want to deal with an old dog with health issues. I feel that if you bring a dog home you should have the intentions of making a home for that dog for his or her entire life.

[@Analysta654]

@@abseiduk That's sort of the situation our family found itself in with our dog after our parents died. None of us could take a dog (I was home on leave from the military and my sister was in college), and we couldn't find anyone to take her, so it was left to me to take her to the humane society. IT broke my heart/toughest thing I ever have had to do. That was 30 years ago, and I still remember the dog's face when I left.

[@maxwellt91]

What a sweet old girl. I'm glad she got tons of love at the end. It's so wrong to give up your dog when they need you the most

[@AlexaMb27]

When it said in loving memory of Betty my heart sank to the very bottom of the ocean Edit: tysm this is the most likes I have ever got

[@sinamark-com]

Me too....but at least this couple gave this dog the best final days/months of her life.

[@vinerod12]

They euthanized her?

[@arthurrimbaud7287]

She’s was 17, genius.

[@LloydSMITH]

*If you like dogs, maybe you can help me( if you want : D) in order to reach 1000 subscribers before my dog leaves us* 😥

[@Michellemutts7848]

@@LloydSMITH is that for your needs or your dog?

[@EFantasic]

Awww. What a sweet girl! I'm so glad her fosters decided to keep her until the end of her life rather than giving her away again. She knew peace and love at the end and I'm sure so was thankful.

[@vaughnmojado8637]

Awe. Rest easy, Betty. It’s folks like this that made me open my heart to senior animals. Bless you all.

[@Jennifer-me7mu]

She doesn't look 17. How anyone could give up their dog of 17 years. God bless her and those who took her in!

[@_.-._.-.]

The original owners may not have had a choice. I'd prefer her getting given away over being abandoned/not being given the right care

[@MirrorHeadz_Music]

@Dr. Jimmy_Rustle oh it's over... Any attempts to steal the election come off as disgraceful and embarrassing at this point. No one expected your demigod to concede, but geez, this is beyond pathetic! Lol

[@GetUnwoke]

@Dr. Jimmy_Rustle it's been over, Dr. Delusional

[@GetUnwoke]

I've noticed this with my ol' 16 year old dog (rip) too but the older he got the more baby faced he got. I think it has something to do with the eyes starting to droop and sag and they just end up with permanent puppy dog eyes. lol

[@JB-js4xi]

@Dr. Jimmy_Rustle it is over....lol...that orange cheeto is making a mockery of our democracy claiming he won when he lost....yall are sick

[@danawilliams2450]

I would adopt an older Dog because I would want her to live their life out in a comfortable and loving home.

[@Ms.MD7]

Same. I really hate it when ppl just abandoned their dogs.

[@alexross6314]

Me too

[@Negativespace95]

I have a 13 year old dog now I've had for 8 years. Id like to adopt older as well and a dog thats been at a shelter a long time.

[@vens_USSR_19]

@Rusty maybe you could ask someone elsewhere!? Cause I seen many of comments , below some cat videos , when many people would like to adopt animals .

[@user-sp5bn6ye8y]

@DANA - bless your beautiful heart :)

[@deejay6016]

GRATEFUL FOR THIS COUPLE for keeping her and giving her a safe place and loving home through her senior years. As a dog owner for the past 20 years, nothing infuriates me more than SELFISH dog owners who get rid of their senior dogs because it takes more effort and $$$ to take care of them. These dogs dedicated their entire lives to them, kept them company all those years, made them feel loved when they were sad or when no one else loved them, always showed how happy they were when they came home, took them out to exercise their fat asses even when it was painful to walk because of their old age, ate the garbage and cheapest food you gave them and showed you gratitude for feeding them, understood them and apologized to them when scolded for making a mess because they couldn't control the bladder emptying out or the #2 maker when it discharged something. Shame on these SELFISH people!!! The dog was 17 and probably only had a few more months to live. Why discard her and let her face uncertainty?

[@cawa2576]

Why even get a pet. If you just plan on getting rid of her as if she was just trash. My rescued German Shepherd was 17 + . I was with her till her last breath. RIP Tazmania.

[@svvzii9328]

Maybe they were unable to care for her anymore, but if they were able to then that's just wrong. "Rest in peace Betty", "Rest in peace Tazmania".

[@Spike-xv1ts]

The thing is: Old dogs are expencive and in 17 years ur financial situation can be VASTLY different... they gave her to a shelter .... what more do u want ? shoud they let her starve in the basement? throw her in the bin? set her free in the woods? or straight up shoot her? maybe this WAS the best choice to make sure she still has a chance even tho her medical bills were just to much for a normal class familiy, with unknown circumstances ? maybe the money bringer of the house lost his job? maybe someone died ? .....maybe just maybe .... Think a bit more far away then the tip of ur nose ?

[@justinserrano4506]

@@Spike-xv1ts sounds like an excuse as I been their. Try again. You don’t give your children away if you can put food in the table.

[@Cat-di9lg]

@@Spike-xv1ts I was in the exact same situation not long ago we sold whatever we could, made money and way we could and cut cost without getting rid of out pets. People are always quick to dump a pet in hard times. Not to mention you should have money set aside at all times for your pets. I have a turtle who's gonna be with me for 50 years, a lot can happen in 50 years but let me tell you my Petrie isn't going anywhere. He's going to be with me no matter what.

[@dyscea]

Circumstances change. And yes, if I was somehow incapacitated (a severe invalid or a homocidal psycho), I should find other caretakers for my children. It’s also possible they were just terrible owners 🤷‍♀️

[@5610winston]

I'm so happy for Betty that she had a loving home for her final months, that the fosters decided to give her the stability of a permanent home.

[@alansenzaki4148]

Rest in peace Betty. She was truly loved her last few months. Thank you for loving her. They are precious beings.💗

[@harumiaamirah7767]

This such my life goal: adopt old animals and give them the best last moments.

[@recovered4life]

me too me too!!!!!!

[@harumiaamirah7767]

@@recovered4life I hope your dreams will come true, love! ❤ From Indonesia.

[@irener.3849]

It’s a great goal, and I hope you’ll be able to do it. Just remember, having senior dogs can be very expensive. My dog is 14, and I love her and take care of her. But I stopped counting how much I had to spend on her medical care in the last couple of years. I don’t know what I would do if I could not afford it.

[@harumiaamirah7767]

@@irener.3849 I hope you & your fur baby spend sweet sunset years. ♥

[@stonew1927]

"In Loving Memory of Betty" .... I wonder for how long they were able to have her? I'm so glad they stepped up and gave her a wonderful home for the remaining time she had on this Earth. I have a sense that her previous owners did not take such good care of her. She had bad arthritis. People feeding their dogs the cheapest Pedigree food or whatever brand that has grains first instead of real protein meats is a big factor in dogs ageing and developing health conditions. I loved seeing them feeding her some greens. Diet is super important for dogs and it's worth the extra cost in dog food to prevent extra costs due to health problems down the road. Obviously, ageing is ageing and health is going to deteriorate no matter what, but just like humans, dogs can live longer and healthier lives with good (better!) nutrition....

[@beamills9205]

YOU ARE RIGHT!.......i give my 6 rescues a high grade kibble, high grade canned food raw carrots, almonds, cranberries, greens, sunflower seeds, greens.....RAW ORGAN MEAT......chicken hearts, livers, gizzards, keeps their "gut" clean......sluggish bowels are unhealthy.....like humans....

[@F40PH-2CAT]

They had her for about 3 months.

[@stonew1927]

@@beamills9205 Great to read! I did the same with my pooches. I cooked their meals containing beef or chicken, brown rice, lentils, carrots, greens, etc. No "dog food" bags for them! Why, when I could use that money to buy them REAL food!!!

[@anaderol5408]

Agree my dog lived to be 16 and his diet was more like a human diet - (i.e. a healthy one not a take away fast food one) - if we dropped a grape or an apricot it barely touched the floor - if we had a beef and veg stew - he had the same - occasionally he would get some spaghetti and that was funny to watch. He rarely needed the vet and died of old age with a bit of arthritis in his rear legs/joint.

[@stonew1927]

@@anaderol5408 That's great to read. It's important to spread the word and make dog owner's more conscious about their dog's diets. Natural is best.....

[@melissadixon2786]

We fostered a 12 yr old basset that the former owners were just tired of. I hope we gave her the best year of her life. We miss her so much. You both are angels loving her like she needed.

[@holleymother9026]

And bless you too for taking in the Bassett. Likely found more love with you than it had in 12 years.

[@willowwonderbull7100]

can we somehow give away her old owner lol glad you gave your pup a kick ass send off i dont understand humans and people are just getting more and more cold and shitty reallt glad you were one of the good humans left

[@larryharris2551]

I couldn’t imagine giving up my dog after 17 years. I’m so happy she was with you for her last days on earth.

[@dogsalwaysbarkatbetamaleswoof]

Typical ungrateful bastards. I don’t care what the excuse is.

[@ube4856]

I would like to pass a thank you on to the Foster parents who adopted Betty. I had my dog for 15 years up until she passed. Old dogs are the absolute best! they are so loving, calm and have a very sweet charm to them :) I'm so happy she was in a home at the end.

[@mariacarter6954]

She finally found people who could hear her and care... No matter how long she lasted with you it was most definitely the best. 😇😚😇💜😚😚😎

[@johndoe9463]

Rest up doggy😥😥

[@HeatherGermaine]

Who said their last family didn't care? Why do people want to immediately judge a family they have no information on? People in the comments are all assuming and judging with no facts, let's just focus on the sweet dog and stop putting negative stuff on here

[@iceychill2125]

@@HeatherGermaine exactly!

[@victoriagumpertz2534]

I can hardly see through my tears as I’m typing. The people who adopted Betty are wonderful. But sadly, I’m sure Betty was confused and must have been wondering where her family was for the rest of her life. Dogs remember and understand events and people more deeply than previously thought. Thank you to the kind people who tried to give her a happy life

[@kennithchapman9689]

It makes me mad as hell when I here people say, animals don't have feelings or can't understand us. My dog Rocky died in September and he was smarter than most people I know..

[@mattthewanderer5029]

@@kennithchapman9689 I don't trust people who don't love animals, I trust them even less if my dog doesn't like them!

[@LloydSMITH]

*If you like dogs, maybe you can help me( if you want : D) in order to reach 1000 subscribers before my dog leaves us* 😥

[@davidrigsby4828]

The Foster people are angels from God. Thank you for doing this for Betty.

[@JuliaCBrown-pp1hc]

The tears started coming after I saw that this sweet girl passed. Thank you for giving a good life. Hats off to you and others that foster older fur babies.

[@mollyhannah2003]

Who got to the end and cried ugly tears? 😭😭😭😭

[@denisecrowe55]

Me 😢

[@noeliennortman6103]

Me....

[@suran1556]

when 'In loving memory' appeared i exploded

[@mollyhannah2003]

@@suran1556 exactly... I saw that and the ugly tears rolled...

[@jojoquigley7741]

They're not ugly.

[@lifeasario1499]

Shame SHAME on the awful people who gave her away like she was trash... OMG!! They didn't deserve Betty 🤬 Blessings to this amazing couple who gave her the love and attention she deserved. Sleep sweet pretty girl. ❤

[@Raevynwing]

Chucking a dog into a shelter when he/she gets older is so unfair and selfish.. Poor things need their families and deserve far better.

[@MrTyphoontyphoon]

but the subhumans will pay it sooner or later,t he karma hit hard people who betrays the true love, dog love

[@SassyQ87]

We don’t know if her owner died or got sick. I can’t ever see myself giving up my pup, but maybe family or friends got rid of her :(

[@crazycookie4645]

You wack jobs are acting like you know what this family's situation was. Maybe they couldn't afford to keep her anymore. You guys are acting like they couldn't possibly care because they decided to give her away, but I feel like if they truly didn't care they would've just dumped her on the side of the road or something. Also "selfish"? Really? Selfish is keeping a dog despite knowing full well that you can't properly care for it anymore, but since that possibility apparently doesn't exist in your hollow skulls I guess it doesn't matter to you.

[@shaysteel4116]

@Strawberrysprinkle Donut don't even explain to that dumb ass. I agree with you 100%

[@executioner1017]

@@crazycookie4645 Truly are some wack jobs out here. Honestly they need some chill pills.

[@y_fam_goeglyd]

Oh, so sad. At least she was with a family she loved and who loved her. So glad they took her in.💔

[@kariay50]

Thank you for giving Betty the opportunity to be loved and care for ❤🐾🌈.

[@jenni8200]

I couldn't even imagine putting my senior girl in a shelter... Yes she old, has lumps and bumps, can't walk far, losing her sight, and I have to lift her into the bad every night... But she's my grumpy granny and I wouldn't have it any other way

[@sunshinetn3578]

Couldn't have said it better. I have two the same way no way would I ever give them up. Love them

[@raecatalan3956]

🥺

[@lindaburley9813]

Our baby girl is 11 and entered our lives two years ago. She is the most amazing cuddle bug and we can't imagine life without her. I understand your feelings, they are family until the end. They give us everything how can we do any less than that?

[@lindaburley9813]

@LifeofBeauty K It's called pre-planning. Yes, we have guardians lined up in such cases. Again, our girl is family and it's our responsibility to ensure she is looked after.

[@jenni8200]

@@lindaburley9813 agreed, theyre our responsibility, period.

[@terricolarusso2639]

I can’t imagine how anyone can give a dog away at 17. How can people be so cruel. Thank you for making her last day’s wonderful and loved

[@RyosukeTakahashiRX7]

Yet another stupid kid with no grasp on reality. 🤦‍♀️ An old dog has high medical bills. The pre-owner most likely couldn't afford it anymore and decided the dog would find a better place where people can actually take care of it. 😒

[@mahinh1211]

@@RyosukeTakahashiRX7 If that was the case and the previous owners really loved the dog, they would have found a new family to adopt her to ensure that she's in a loving home instead of leaving her at the shelter when they know that most people don't want to adopt an old dog. It's distressing to the dog and it was the least they could do

[@mimib5913]

@@RyosukeTakahashiRX7 there's always an excuse not to do the right thing. Don't give me that money crap. Everyone is struggling for money; we don't abandon our animals or loved ones or responsibilities because of it. Sell something, get another job, take out a loan. Grow up. There are homeless people who refuse to abandon their pets and make it work.

[@RyosukeTakahashiRX7]

@@mahinh1211 Maybe they tried finding someone but failed? In any case it's just baffling how people can think an owner who took such great care of a dog for it to reach 17 years is suddenly all evil because of this. For all we know previous owner might've died and it wasn't in the testament.

[@mahinh1211]

@@RyosukeTakahashiRX7 the video says they decided to give her away and if an owner dies they should have a plan for the care of their pet. If I had a child, I would make sure to put into my will who I would want to take care of them, the same should be done for the pet if they were under "great care". No excuses. 17 years means that the dog is a well established part of the family. You don't give away family when things get tough. I wouldn't give away my old or sick mom just because I can't afford her. I would work my ass off to find the funds or get help from friends/family to make it work. I would start a GoFund Me. We live in a digital world and it's not hard to find new owners online yourself. I foster cats and even if it takes a year to find an owner, I will hold on to them till I find someone because I made a commitment. Do not get pets if you cannot make a lifelong commitment. They are not toys, they are living beings and deserve respect. It's really baffling how you think otherwise.

[@annm4833]

I have senior cats and I can't imagine how scary and traumatizing it would be to just leave them at a shelter. I could not do that. How can you leave an animal when they trust you and need you the most? Thank you to this amazing couple for giving Betty a family where she belonged and the love she needed. ♥️♥️♥️

[@Dana-eq5nz]

She had true happiness, comfort, security, love and joy at the last...and that is everything.🙏

[@HEDGE1011]

Thank you for making her last days her best days. You’re special people, and she was a very special dog!

[@mlavery3568]

Her last moments would have been surrounded in warmth, love and peace ❤

[@chaosgamer7348]

“In loving memory of Betty”..... rest in power queen 😭🙏🏼💙

[@marlorsy]

@ Chaos Gamer, what a beautiful description of Betty. I totally second your amazing words.

[@lucymarquez4379]

I'm so glad she got the opportunity to enjoy love,and support. From this video it doesn't give info about why she was given up. Maybe, the owner passed away, they couldn't keep her for financial reasons... Who knows! When I was in my twenties I was forced to leave the house where I was staying because of 3 small dogs. They didn't want them inside my bedroom. Anyway I would board them during the day when i was at work. It took a month to save money and find a place for us. I never regretted my decision. Even though the first few months we only ate bread and eggs. Even the dogs. That's all i could afford. I wouldn't have abandoned them. Things got better eventually. :) That was 25 years ago!♥️

[@bettysha3154]

My baby is 16 years young and I can’t ever imagine giving her away. I am always scared that someone will take her because she is so adorable still. Thank you for making her last memories positive.

[@kate7478]

I have a suggestion you may not want to hear, but it helped me. Ask your vet to tell you when it’s time for her to go. I had to when I got my dog because I didn’t want my selfishness of wanting to keep her with me for my sake instead of ending her suffering when it got unmanageable.

[@27Bayleefs]

Yeah I am the same way. I have a 17 year old Yorkie Maltise, I dread the day he finally passes.

[@jazlynguerrero8940]

It's so nice to see people adopting senior dogs so they can give them a beautiful life like they need I'm still broken because my dog died last Monday 😥

[@queenvictoria1832]

❤️I am in the process now of getting a old dog 🐶

[@alohamd165]

Thank you for not making her go to another home, she’s content with you, her saviors. ❤️

[@j.l.spraggins8589]

Agree! Sweet Betty really did seem content, at peace with those beautiful humans.

[@markbrwn19]

I stayed with my dog by his side until he took his last breath. It was so heart breaking. Our family gave our dog so much love. Even though he is gone I know he knew how much everyone loved him

[@karencourt5684]

Its hard.mike i just put my 13 yr.old lab down.1 day ago.still crying

[@jefferydellinger7422]

@@karencourt5684 I pray your heart heals quickly, and makes room for another who needs you love.

[@carsilk2492]

I had a golden retriever while growing up, and not only was she so loved by all of her family, there were even times where my friends would protect, defend or just love her. That's what helped a lot when we lost her... you couldn't have done much more, and now they're off on another big adventure!

[@tinajensen5120]

Who could dislike this video! It’s beautiful. The dog is an angel and so are her foster/owners 🙏🏼

[@DarlaVaughan]

My Ginger is a 16yo beagle. She is my B forever. I couldn't imagine giving her up. I wouldn't. We even have beagle escape plans!

[@libbykaras]

Does your Ginger have a middle name because my Ginger does my Gingers middle name is Rose

[@libbykaras]

And Fritz his middle name is Edward

[@DarlaVaughan]

@@libbykaras yes! Montgomery... it's a family name!

[@libbykaras]

@@DarlaVaughan Awww cute Edward is a family name too it’s my dads middle name his dads name

[@libbykaras]

@@DarlaVaughan So your Ginger is Ginger Montgomery that’s cute I’ve never thought of Montgomery to be a name like I know it can be a list make I just never saw it as a middle name or a first name pretty cool

[@stephenfdiegidio4353]

My wife and I rescued am 11 year old American bull dog, Boxer mix. She was very sweet, but she had health issues. We shoped around and found a vet that gave us a break on the cost of the surgery. We had her 2 years now, and we are proud and happy we rescued her from the pound. And she gets along with our other rescued pets. We love all of them.

[@johannacontent2613]

I love people like them to give this senior a loving home for the rest of her life. God Bless these people❤

[@madyguindin1650]

Betty went straight to heaven for her soul is pure unlike her owners souls.

[@karencourt5684]

😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@citizenoftheworld2694]

i hope the afterlife is real. the idea of nothing after death terrifies me more than anything

[@chico1786]

Can't say that her owners soul was impure. Maybe they died and their relatives couldn't take care of them. In this very comment section there is a soldier's comment, who was in a similar situation after his parents died. Neither he (he was on military leave) nor his sister (studying somewhere else than her home town) could take care of that dog. They had to give it away. They gave the dog to an animal help organization and it was a hard decision for them. The soldier even now after years thinks of that dog. Sometimes it just isn't possible to keep the dog for the dogs sake even. So at least for the dogs found in a good shelter (relatively speaking) I kinda give the previous owners some slack. We don't know what happened if it isn't stated in the vid. And in this case it is very clear that the dog was neither abused nor neglected. So that is a good sign.

[@kimpetri6750]

Her previous owners...The last couple adopted her!

[@tesscastro3410]

Some owners was put in a nursing home, and their pets cannot come with them, that's how I adopted my senior angel Doggie.

[@pkingglazersout6665]

I personally don't think there is any difference in how you feel raising a dog like this and raising a child, both are so adorable and loving ❤️

[@helpimlost.62]

You can feel love for all animals

[@avesatanas666]

@@helpimlost.62 true💚

[@AngelofAmbrosia]

The ending of this video felt like a horrible plot twist. 🥺 I didn’t come here thinking I would ugly cry this late.

[@deanawells4395]

She would have stole my heart quickly also

[@jojooi812]

When did she pass? Gods bless her foster parents for giving her love on her way to the rainbow bridge . I cried of sadness of her passing but also of joy she was not alone. Thank you for sharing .

[@Uncommonsensesc]

And that she was with people that loved her, not just with people who wanted rid of her.

[@mnmdisney]

I have an 18 year old pug, Sophia Loren, there's a heartbreaking feeling at even the thought of leaving her behind. Hugs n kissed to this lil fur baby🥰😍

[@jcvelez915]

Who’s she doing

[@MJ-gj6mj]

How is your pug? 18 years.. ..what a blessing!

[@mnmdisney]

@@MJ-gj6mj she made it to 19 😍 She passed Christmas eve, the sweet soul was with me through everything difficult I've been through, Blessed indeed💙💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

[@greeranelson]

What a great name!

[@bugloverspiderlover8490]

@@mnmdisney wow,most pugs usually pass on at ten years or so,she must’ve been a throwback pug. Heather with a longer snout.

[@twikid4134]

RIP Betty. So glad to see people adopt elder pups. I have 2 elderly and disabled Saint Bernards that I adopted and would never give them up. God Bless the adopters and Betty.

[@tazcalifornia]

as a 6'3" and 220 lbs guy, this made me cry like a girl. I love dogs man... the purest friend you can ever have

[@karencourt5684]

Awwwww it doesnt matter wheather your. A guy.crting only makes u a human being with a soul.bless u

[@rosieconte6857]

She’s soooooo beautiful

[@patlee8925]

Bless you, bless you, bless you for giving this sweet girl the ultimate act of love & humanity. The world needs more people as good as you.

[@tiffw1987]

My reaction at the end seeing "in loving memory" was "NO YOU CANNOT DO THIS TO ME" and teared up. Thank you for taking care of Betty and being there for her

[@johnshattuck2210]

You should never give up a 🐕 because it is a senior 🐕. My mini Dauschand is a senior 🐕 at al mmm almost 12 years old. I will never give him just because he is old. I 💘 him to much.

[@freddieclark]

Our Thai Soi dog "Moo Dang", died this year, she was 19 years old. I fail to understand why people would reject an old dog, they are so easy to live with.

[@erkheth]

I'm so sad that she passed away. To have her til the end, this is what love is. Moo Dang was very lucky and must have known how lived she was. And still is. That love is always there, even after our loved ones pass. Maybe one day, you will be reunited ♥️

[@loobylouboti]

I'm so sorry for your loss. It really is heart breaking to lose a pet. If we are a good pet parent, they truly are more a member of our family than just a 'pet.' I think the only thing that helps to console us is that we know we gave them *the* best life right up until their last day.

[@sammi5942]

I've been supporting SDF monthly since it was set up (goodness, I feel old now!) and love that you took one of their rescues home and gave her some wonderful kindness for the rest of her life. Sending you best wishes from the UK x

[@oscarcat1231]

Sorry for your loss. What a great age ❤️Xxx🌷🌷🌷

[@daninoneya8043]

My baby is 16 a and I could never imagine giving her up after 16 years.

[@lunafringe10]

I think its an animal to have, until its last day,

[@ana-bananainca790]

Omg how could anyone give away a dog after 17 years?!??? It’s not a sofa people!! It’s a family member!! I’m glad Betty lives the rest of her life out with good, kind people.

[@vondacourtney1786]

But what would happen to your dog if you suddenly died?

[@ana-bananainca790]

@@vondacourtney1786 good point. I have a husband and children. I didn’t think about single folks. I’m glad this old pup found a home.

[@Linda-hs1lk]

@@vondacourtney1786 People should discuss that before. Especially when they live alone.

[@scootiebootie3553]

oooh Betty went over rainbow bridge. thats ok ,she went over with a great mommie and daddy. so happy for Betty, she was such a precious girl....to all the Betty's out there, you are loved babies, you are so loved!

[@entrepreneurpodcasttv1239]

Pulling at my heart ❤

[@animalcharacters6611]

Absolutely!

[@tammyhengst8773]

I'm not crying, you're crying, Hell let's be honest, we're ALL frickin' crying here`! and I don't know these PEOPLE but I LOVE these PEOPLE~! Thank you for loving BETTY~! You're so special.

[@tomdean1876]

I'm gonna be laughing when the people who gave her away burns in hell.

[@beamills9205]

A HEARTFELT "THANK YOU" to her "loving MOM & DAD......i wish she'd had more time with y'all.......she had good love and care at the end....blessings....

[@tedhood4159]

Crying..nope. it's just that my eyes need new gaskets.

[@chriswesterfield2042]

this was the biggest tear-jerker of them all, love this beautiful dog.

[@stanbyme7874]

“She’s safe & at peace”. All they need. Bless you

[@ashleejenkins7627]

That's sad someone gave her away after 17yrs when she needed them the most. I could never give my babies up

[@Izastwin]

Bless this couple for not giving her up. They realised the importance of not moving her after all the getting used to. Rest In Doggie Paradise Betty🙏🏽💜

[@ayseclark-carter8744]

Wow bless these people. How the heck can they do that after 17 years. They should never be able to get another animal again . Sweet Betty R.I P you were loved. 😢😢

[@killereggmantani9135]

💚💙💚💙💚💙🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷💚💚💚💚💚💚💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙😘😘😘

[@flapkatt6094]

I've always adopted seniors. Some many just want puppies or younger blood. I go for the golden oldies and I have never been happier. They may only be with me for a few short years, but life is still sweet for them. At the bridge, I have walked them across and given them back to the goddess. One day, they will greet me too.

[@ayseclark-carter8744]

@To Release is To Resolve your a bloody twat but hey its cool.

[@ayseclark-carter8744]

@@flapkatt6094 bless you 😊😊

[@PercussiveYT]

The "In loving memory of Betty" really got me

[@rendog8125]

I LOVE ANIMALS MORE THAN HUMANS ❤️💯💯💯💯💯 KEEP YOUR DOGS UNTIL THEIR LAST DAYS!!!!!!!!!

[@MSevelynjacobs]

God bless you for making her last days happy

[@koreanG6]

I love old dogs and I could never imagine giving a dog away. Especially not after 17 years!!! The love to my dog grew so much more during his "bad days" health-wise.

[@SFKathy2250]

These stories teach everyone that we can do better. Thank you for sharing Betty with us and for giving her a loving home. If everyone took such great care of their little corner of the world, imagine the suffering we could prevent!

[@ChandraNYC]

Damn you, Dodo!! 😢 Rest in Peace, Betty! I'm glad you were loved in the end.🖤

[@71p323]

My dog that died around 3 years ago, her name was also Betty.

[@GySgt_USMC_Ret.]

My second Yellow English Lab, Buddy Nr 2, passed 3 years ago on 30 Nov. He now rests in an urn on a bookcase. Took me 2 years to get over the loss. Buddy Nr 3 turned 11 months old yesterday. He is a Black American Lab. Fair winds and following seas to all.

[@Asmobia]

@@GySgt_USMC_Ret. Don't feel sad, now they are playing in heaven and watching us struggling on the earth.

[@rollzolo]

I put my pit down on 6/28/18..she hated July forth. Is the hardest walk to the vet.Then 2 weeks after she bit my right hand in my sleep. My sister doubted me and said how do you know was her? I said because my other dog was sleeping on the left side of the bed.

[@nomadsteve5297]

@@Asmobia I have some magic beans for sale would you like to buy them !!!!

[@nomadsteve5297]

@@rollzolo that’s what we call dreaming, don’t worry there are lots of people that get dreaming and reality mixed up

[@randygunn9499]

I wish I could hug you both!. your beautiful people.and Betty is still a beautiful furry!.she's running like the wind now with her new body in God's garden. Thank you very very much.

[@Trevor-em5eu]

Thanks to belen and mark for making betty's last few moments lovable you guys are true treasures

[@shirley9240]

Tbank you for giving Betty the best and happy life during the time she had before passing. Bless you, wonderful kind couple.

[@aliciadahl3834]

Thank you for loving Betty and making her time with y’all so happy. I can’t imagine giving up either one of my senior fur babies. There’s a special place in hell for people like her previous owners.

[@kittykatluv1497]

What a longevity for an adorable dog,,a smarty dog already knows a morning walk would prolong her life,,long live a dog😀😘

[@MsJet1]

Thank you Belen and Mark for taking this dog into your home and heart!