Another abandoned dog by his owner. Why is this happening?? 😓

I just don't understand it - leaving your dog confused, alone, and having to fend for himself is just NOT OK! Luckily, Abraham knew to contact #HopeForPaws for help, and Katie McKittrick and Idan Riek rushed to get him. The rescue was easy because Meatball loves meatballs ☺️
To apply to adopt this special boy, please contact our friends at The Little Red Dog: www.TheLittleRedDog.org
He reminds me of Hermione from one of the most special Hope For Paws rescue videos EVER: • Hermione stepped on a ... (Over 10 MILLION VIEWS on this video - WOW!)
Please join the Hope For Paws team with a small donation here: www.HopeForPaws.org - we need to grow our team so we can save more lives - I will update you very soon on something really exciting!!
Thank you so much!
Eldad

[@JustMe-ec2ph]

Looks like the dog our neighbors put out where we use to live. I will never understand people that do that or people that abuse them. Before we took the dog in my partner went next door just to make sure they had abandoned her. They even admitted it. So sad. We took her immediately to the vet and she had heartworms. She was about a year old. We had her treated and she lived to be almost 15 years old.

[@elaineculbert8594]

Thank you! 👍🇨🇦

[@topcatwarrior]

Thank you to everyone who made sure Meatball was safe. Whoever adopts this precious boy will be very lucky, indeed, and blessed with a loving, faithful and joyful companion. Thanks, HFP, for all you do on behalf of creatures in need.💕🐾🐾

[@michellepeterman218]

How could the owner of this sweet adorable dog abandoned him like this. It's so cruel.

[@jred5153]

@@TheAstroflightstill pushing this BS narrative. Record employment rate, GDP up, energy independence, soaring stock market. Meanwhile the republicans scuttled and boarder bill THEY wrote to please the Rancid Cheeto. FFS, even when presented with facts you would rather repeat lies. 🙄

[@dcwatashi]

There’s no proof that this dog was abandoned they just put it in the title to make you watch the video

[@latonyanewsome0]

​@@dcwatashiBased on his mannerisms, he must've had a previous owner.

[@dcwatashi]

@@latonyanewsome0 yes, I agree, but that still doesn’t mean he was abandoned. Sometimes people go into nursing homes and the adult children could care less about the pets they could’ve just open the door and a way he goes, or he didn’t feel comfortable with whoever was coming in to take care of him and he ran away. There are people who don’t know about social media and they don’t know where to post, so there are just too many variables for people to make accusations or come to conclusions so quickly who knows we will never know.

[@marissashantez6051]

Because the economy is going to the dogs. Our homelessness rate has hit an all time high. Thatsnks everyone who voted in this administration.

[@LS-um3zq]

Sweet, young dog. He should never have been abandoned.

[@marissashantez6051]

Expect more. What do you think happens when a record number of humans are homeless.

[@Paul-tg4xg]

What manner of human would abandon such a beautiful black lab? So many people to thank in helping this gracious boy. from the workers at the yard, who kept him safe to hope for paws who took him under their wings. Thank you all. Hope meatballs wishes come true and his forever happy ever after is around the corner.

[@ladysmith3578]

He looks young. Full of energy. Should be able to place him in a good home quickly. ❤❤

[@bettymcalpin9788]

Meatball will not have a hard time being adopted he's so cute LOVE LOVE LOVE 🐾 HOPE FOR PAWS 🐾

[@nancygrissett6280]

I pray he gets a loving home with kids to play with. He seems so sweet.

[@ohana8535]

You pray. I will think of actual ways to help.

[@suki757]

@ohana8535 That was mean…

[@nancygrissett6280]

I am not a mean person, so how was that comment mean? You're mean for saying that to me.

[@muffs55mercury61]

I was thinking that too. He looks excellent for children.

[@scaleop4]

@@nancygrissett6280 some people are just like that

[@pdxwildchildroberts5586]

Someone will be blessed to have him..Labs are awesome loving pups..I have an 11yo yellow Lab laying at my feet right now.. he's all tuckered out from playin twenty minutes of his fave pastime..yep Frisbee👍..he's such a handsome athlete..he makes my world perfect 💜

[@Paulusthewoodgnome515]

i dont think meatball will have trouble finding a home

[@ginagelia2880]

Awesome people and adorable pup! We love you, Meatball!!!❤🐾🐾🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@xxx-il9dv]

Labs are the best family dogs! How could someone do this? He will make a wonderful companion for the lucky family who adopts him❤

[@devildoc4257]

I have 2 lab mixes. He reminds me of my Silas. A 2 year old black lab. I'd take him I'd I could. Such a sweet boy.

[@virginiawaters3220]

So thankful he wasn’t on the streets long enough to be traumatized. What a precious boi!

[@LCLW63]

I will NEVER understand why so called "people' do this!!!😠 My little kitty was also abandoned by her former owners. Makes me so mad. Thank you all for saving him. I'm sure Meatball will find the perfect family~~ Hope you & Loretta are getting better Eldad!

[@ohana8535]

People do it because dog food and vets have become hugely expensive, and the vets will only tell you about the most expensive options. I rescued a dog, and on the first "free" vet visit, he told me he had allergies, and that it would be 250 a month to treat him. Then he told me I "had" to feed commercial dog food. Fortunately I have had dogs with allergies, so I know what to give him that is safe, and he is getting treated for dollars, instead of hundreds of dollars. I hear this type of thing from everyone now, and people panic. I have a friend who only had kill shelters near them. We were fortunate that we could help, but many don't or they are so overwhelmed that they make bad decisions. And remember, these people aren't perfect either. They have made some bad mistakes over time. If you are going to get mad, get mad at the people who are really causing this.

[@LCLW63]

@@ohana8535 You don't abandon an animal. I'm sorry that's how I feel. No matter what, you can find a better option ( unless of course you are homeless yourself) and even if it is a "Kill" shelter the animal has a better chance there than being abandoned. I see too many road kills + coyote attacks to justify this action. Enough said.

[@maddy8855]

@@LCLW63 - Well said 👏 🏆 You DON'T abandon- period. It is cruel and evil 😈

[@missindependent1973]

@@ohana8535yeah, no. There are tons of shelters across the USA & Canada, many rescues that will help. If you have, even a thought that 1) you can’t manage a pets medical emergencies 2) can’t afford to feed your pet if you became sick or lost a job 3) are planning on moving into a so called “pet free” place, etc. don’t ever adopt an animal. Ever. It’s shit like this that makes me angry. I have two cats and I’d NEVER abandon them. This is also why you should also adopt from a rescue - many will take the animal back if you can’t continue to care for it. It’s not okay to abandon any creature, ever. Vets have always been expensive, vets peddle their food as they get a profit off it. Before someone decides to take an animal into their home, they need to be responsible and think of all the associated costs that come with owning a pet. They are expensive and always will be.

[@dcwatashi]

@@LCLW63 there’s absolutely no proof that this dog was abandoned. Don’t you understand they put that in the title so that you will watch the video

[@evrilcaesar-mason1325]

HE IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL. HOW CAN SOMEONE JUST ABANDON HIM? IT WILL NEVER BE WELL WITH THE ONES RESPONSIBLE FOR DUMPING HIM. THANK YOU FOR SAVING HIM.

[@jamieashton3835]

He is a smasher deserves a great forever home thanks guys

[@thulekovish8188]

Meatballs help to make friends quickly. Thank you to the kind folks at the industrial workyard, and HFP. Your combined effort has made this rescue safe and easy. Meatball, is an appropriate name for this beautiful and sweet dog. Hope Meatball will be in his forever loving home soon.

[@user-gp1eh7nu3n]

Parabéns por salvar esses anjos de 4 patas, são ser inocentes! Aqui do Brasil

[@judyparks5016]

He isn't a street dog. He knew a bath is good. And toys are for playing with. I wonder if someone lost him? If he was dumped, I just understand how anyone could do that. ❤🙏🌼

[@calimero600]

He was abandoned.

[@dcwatashi]

@@calimero600 says who?

[@dcwatashi]

Yes, I’m getting sick and tired of all these videos talking about abandoned dogs. Where is the cameras showing the owner abandoning the dog in the yard? This dog is so friendly most likely escaped from their backyard owners didn’t bother to get it micro chipped. Plus a lot of people don’t know about social media, and how to search for their lost dog.

[@rudytejeda1576]

Somebody abandoned him we had them for a month and a half we fed him we took care of him. You should’ve seen how skinny he was.

[@marissashantez6051]

Someone very likely lost their home. Its happening more.

[@spicyslime8917]

Poor boy, he's so sweet, I wonder how he ended up in such a cruel situation!:(

[@asexualatheist3504]

Those who abandoned such a sweet boy are heartless. Thank you for saving him. I consider my recurring donation well spent.

[@alexibrial16]

This makes my heart happy. Please donate it's a wonderful organization ❤

[@franksmith7247]

I'm going to donate right now! ♥ Edit: Done!

[@alexibrial16]

@@franksmith7247 Thank you do much. I have for years ❤️

[@pamelawing5747]

I've been donating for several years. They are the best.

[@shalacarter6658]

@@franksmith7247 Thank you!

[@shalacarter6658]

@@pamelawing5747 They are amazing.

[@DavidPerez-ur2xj]

NYC One ❤ to you all. You are amazing... Thank you so much

[@sharonsolana]

What a handsome and playful pup! Thank you for rescuing him!

[@axiomist4488]

He;s a sweet meatball. Just a big puppy ! Thank you for helping him .

[@Faith.is.Awake.notwoke]

LOL so funny how our voices go UP high when we see animals 🥰

[@kalimmullgrav6623]

What is wrong with owners always abandoning their dogs 🐶 in the middle of nowhere all dogs deserves to be loved and cared🥰 because leaving them abandoned is never the answer to everything😠.

[@jeffforker4130]

Thank you to his caretakers in the yard and as always, thank you to Hope For Paws for your continued help in saving Gods gift to us all! 💕

[@phylly5576]

What a beautiful dog. Well every dog is a beautiful dog. Thank you Hope for Paws ❤

[@kamikazitsunami]

What an awesome dog. The people who abandoned him didn't deserve him.

[@johnotooledoggames2336]

🇮🇪 wow such a beautiful dog 🐕 so sad seeing the dog abandoned, and use done amazing work saving the dog 🐕 thank you, hope for paws 🐾

[@jbinotapa]

Such a sweet fur baby. I hope you could find your furever home soon ❤

[@biancaT76]

Er ist wunderschön ❤ danke das ihr den hübschen Bub mitgenommen habt 🙏❤ ich hoffe, er findet bald sein passendes für immer Zuhause ❤

[@palepalomboy8277]

Thank you HFP what a sweetheart he is, praying for a forever soon

[@Venus26NY]

Yes donate to Hope for 🐾 🐾 Paws. Eldad and staff, are a Blessing 🙏🏻 to all rescued animals. They are Angels 😇. I am a current donator and will be forever. Such an adorable dogs. Looks sweet and friendly. 🐾🐶🐩🐕🦮🐾

[@valeriaruegg3766]

Que cão maravilhoso! Tomara que seja adotado logo!🥰🐶

[@laurenceamory6884]

Quelle bouille d'amour ce chien, merci à vous 💖💖💖🙏🙏

[@pegs1659]

He looks healthy! He's beautiful too. I can't believe anyone would abandon him. Maybe he just got away from his owners.😪

[@Pwecko]

That was the easiest rescue ever. What a cute dog.

[@cindee1794]

This is the easiest rescue and happiest dog I have seen since I started watching your videos! I think he will find a home quickly.

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

THANk you so much for saving Meatball. So glad the people kept him safe at the yard until you could get him. THANK you Hope for Paws!!

[@angelicaguzzo3460]

Meatball 🐶❤❤❤🐾🐾🙏Hope for Paws👏👏👏🙋💋💋💋💋💋

[@sandrak.robbins6305]

What a sweetie! I can't imagine anyone not keeping him! Thank you for finding him a new loving home.

[@marilynsnider8183]

What a goofball. Gotta love him.

[@llchapman1234]

Meatball had a lot of friends looking out for him ❤🎉

[@valgaffney9262]

How can someone abandon such a handsome dog❤

[@anemodia6175]

Gracias por todo lo que hacéis por ellos ❤❤

[@karenconroy1860]

Awesome baby..will make great family dog

[@lisalindberg726]

Times are hard but how much trouble is it to take them to a rescue. NO excuses

[@christinadarelli473]

Absolutely right!!!

[@shalacarter6658]

Shelters there are more than full. He probably would have been killed. :(

[@micheleparadis2808]

bless you

[@mrpetit2]

What a nice and playful dog. What kind of person abandons such an animal?(Any animal really) Luckily he looks healthy and in good shape so he probably wasn't alone for a long time. I hope he finds a home soon.👍

[@antoniusrono]

Meatball is so playful & friendly ❤❤❤

[@user-lq3kj3xs2w]

i'll never understand how someone can abandon a friendly playful pup like this sweet dog

[@lynr8060]

Who in their right mind would abandon a pup 😢 smh omg I would eat him up! Such a happy baby. He’s grateful to you guys for helping him. Thank you. These dogs deserve all the love and care in the world. 🙏🏽❤️🐾

[@mariechristinecalfa122]

The owner didn't deserve this butiful dog

[@marialisabiggs8358]

Aww, yay!!! Great rescue Katie. I really don't see this baby having a tough time being adopted. He is such a doll. 💕

[@jas57264]

A Sweet, Sweet Puppy!!!!

[@Red-rl1xx]

Very happy for this sweet guy! Wishing him the best in finding a home! Thanks for your help!

[@yepperooyepperoo5800]

He looks so happy now.❤❤😂

[@pblw4276]

What a beautiful, sweet pup! Thank you so much, Hope For Paws!!!

[@philiphurban9498]

That’s a beautiful black Labrador and they are the best dogs for a family with children. Whoever left him on the street is crazy! I just adopted a beautiful German shepherd from my local shelter that was found abandoned in the mountains. I think it was fate because I put down 2 dogs in late 2022. One was 17yrs old and the other was 10yrs and had cancer. I waited until I found a dog and didn’t want to buy a puppy. I got lucky and so did my new friend who is only 1 or 2 yrs old. Dogs make us happy and I don’t understand why people are so cruel

[@mariabarradas4235]

Well done as usual and it was great to have meatballs at hand, he is so cute and such good disposition, great job and I will keep supporting as much as I can, great work, good people.

[@r.mcbride2837]

What a gorgeous dog! I love his color and that face! Those ears are one in a million with that sassy tilt. Handsome Meatball. He looks young to me. How can people do that? If he were mine, I'd be heartbroken to even THINK of parting with him. People are morons.

[@kevinhickman6837]

It would be so nice if all rescues were this easy! Fortunately, Meatball found good people to trust.

[@valeriaproductions]

I just adopted a Newfoundlander cross that was mistreated by her owner. She is laying on the bed beside me with a full tummy and snoring happily. People do not deserve dogs.

[@reenee622]

Omg, what a beautiful dog❤️❤️What is wrong with people?! Thank you so much HFP! You all rock!❤️

[@MyLifemywork-jn88gc]

Thanks Guys for saving cute friend 🐕‍🦺🥰🙏🙏🙏🤗💖💕🌹

[@ItsJustLisa]

I hope Meatball gets a home with kids. They can all wear each other out having fun. Just putting it out to the universe.

[@debbiependleton8507]

What a handsome Lab he is. He will be adopted quickly.

[@MinnowCreekGirl]

I hope he finds his furever home and lives happily ever after.

[@lynnpurse]

What a sweet boy!❤❤❤

[@mlhart3741]

Beautiful, sweet dog - hoping he finds a home that can appreciate his energy - thank you for the rescue!

[@Crazybirdlady23]

Gorgeous baby 🥰

[@jamiechurch165]

So sweet

[@rosetyler4801]

I could never abandon a member of my family. I don't see how anyone could.

[@DadinWA]

so sad to see dogs getting dumped by their owners. glad Hope for Paws is out in our community!

[@shirleymontano9657]

I like how he picked out a toy he liked. Thank you for all you do.

[@benjaminholmertz4827]

Easiest rescue ever! Thank you for saving!

[@onetuliptree]

His eyes looked so sad, he's a sweet boy.

[@kimmarievan-ever6599]

Oh my goodness..what a sweet guy he is..l heard the man who had kept him safe thar he knows how to shake a paw 🐾..so this boy has definitely been dumped😢..l know times are hard but they could have surrendered him not left him on the streets to possibly get hit by a car or attacked and starved..so absolutely no sympathy for his previous owner..don't worry Meatball..you're going to find a wonderful furever home where you can have as many toys and hugs and high fives that you want sweet boy..🇬🇧💕✝️🙏🐾🐕🐾👍👏🇺🇸

[@toddatkin5288]

Oh, Meatball, what a best friend you are going to be!!!❤❤❤

[@user-rd7qq7mn2g]

Thank you very much for saving this wonderful puppy, he is super super fantastic, a hug from Italy 🐾🐾🐾🙏🙏⭐⭐❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ellyneilsen2865]

What a beautiful dog with such a horrible name, I guess he doesn’t care now that he’s safe and is being looked after!

[@magdalenasanchezsanz2703]

Pero si es todo un amor este bello 🐕 gracias por rescatarlo, Que dios os bendiga a todo el equipo. ✨️😊

[@adriansanchezordaz8074]

Thanks!!!! ;-)

[@espynunez9734]

What a Gorgeous Little Angel MEATBALL is!❤ Thank you all for saving him ❤️ 🙏 🐕💋♥️🌷

[@sasajezdimirovic7862]

This is perfect dog. Happy, friendly, sweet. Bravo for helping him 👋

[@JulianaBlewett]

He'll be adopted soon, sweet as he is

[@MS-ns2fk]

What sweet doggie. Meatball deserves the best home ❤️

[@iyamwhatiyam547]

Why do dogs abandon their dogs? Homelessness, loss of a job, financially unable to support a dog, etc. I'm glad these folks could help.

[@LtRee96se]

Some people don't deserve dogs. Thank you, Hope for Paws, for caring when the owner wasn't caring. I am so glad that I can contribute to this charity, it is one of the best.

[@UC-Jf_YAvw4Apbz-SAVM3p2A]

Hes a darling. why do people dump their dogs. its heartbreaking to see animals treated this way

[@BeckyA59]

What a great dog, who could abandon him 😢

[@mary5827]

I keep getting this vibe from him: "Something good is going to happen to me!"❤❤❤

[@algernon5776]

Dogs 🐕 are one of God's best gifts to mankind

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Meatball acts like he has had a loving family and toys before. He's wonderful with people. Many thanks to the kind folks at the business who cared for him, and to HFP for helping this sweet dog. Whoever adopts him will be rewarded by love and loyalty.

[@melsterifficmama1808]

This sweet boy will have no problem finding a family!❤

[@jamesweir2943]

The animal abandonments are going to be much worse this time around compared to 2008 2009 and 2010. God bless you people for the work you do.

[@catherinelarkin247]

I was inspired by Hope For Paws. My Dog (my last dog) died in August. I swore no more dogs. Then in about January 2024, I started to see a skeletol little black and tan Chihuaha Terrier Mix. I started to feed him-- not every day. We looked around for the owner. This dog had very stong bones showing due to starvation. A neighbor caught him, and then because he had 3 dogs mentioned him to us, and begged us to take him (they were expecting a baby). He is now our dog. We also have a Shepard mix who was abandoned, and a kitty I found nearly dead and frozen in the road on a winter's day. We did find the original owner. He said he did not care about the dog. So we now have our crazy Chi-terrier boi.

[@julianr.7186]

Such heartless people...how could they abandon a dog just like that? God bless the people who took care of him until HFP arrived!!