Dog Locked in Crate 5 Years gets Family!

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[@rockykanaka]

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[@fox_rox]

Your such a good guy

[@YoUrLoCaLChEeRiO]

Alr

[@Ilreptilessm]

I miss him such a good boy

[@harlownharlen]

:( miss him :(

[@youshallnotpass8562]

I miss him

[@dnieto1466]

Poor Winston I can't stand seeing a dog in pain and whoever left him in that cage is a monster.

[@jaycelobb6628]

Not a monster just the devil

[@stacibeverage9683]

@@jaycelobb6628 ya like why would you do that I would slap whoever did this too poor Winston

[@Go_away732]

Yeah when I see The person who locked Winston in a cage these three emojis come to mind🔪⛓🩸

[@ZiaTheDragon]

I would put the person in a small cage and see how he likes it

[@fidgetworld4085]

@@Go_away732let me join 🤡🔪🩸⛏🪚🔫🪦⚰️

[@whitewolf5695]

Every dog deserves a human but not all humans are worthy of a dogs friendship. Thank you for helping Winston. 🐾

[@themaskedman8668]

I hate this line because it's not entirely true animals that are smart can be aggressive on purpose or evil like dolphins for example never say this and not every dog needs a human say this instead most dogs are good but not every human deserves a dog it don't make too much sense but you get my flow

[@Cindy-1965]

Amen to that!!!

[@robertcheiffetz3886]

My hat is off to you for being able to do what is best for the dog.

[@karx11erx]

Problem is that there are people who seem to be more of a demon than a human.

[@SusanHMcIntyre]

I live with extreme chronic pain & medical conditions. Seeing Winston heal has not only brought me joy, but it has brought me a special empathy & happiness 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@DesertSkiesAV]

Bless you. I’m an extreme chronic pain sufferer as well, and has the same reaction.

[@2Chua]

Me too. My heart goes out to both of you ❤

[@user-hz5rk5vy1t]

I pray that you all have good days ahead!

[@MandA1900]

I'm so sorry you are all in extreme pain, can't the doctor's help you, or surgery, life is difficult enough without being in pain all the time. I wish you all the very best ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@thecrepeofdeath]

​@@MandA1900it's not always that simple, I'm afraid. I was about to make a comment very similar to the one you replied to. sometimes there is no magic pill or surgery that fixes everything, and this is just our lives. all we can do is find ways to manage pain and cope. we can only hope our loved ones are half as kind and patient with us as Rocky was with Winston

[@teresa9760]

Winston is barking because he so clearly knows this day was his. He is so excited and proud. Everyone should LOVE Winston's day of pure JOY. He feels safe to talk. 💘

[@Tagg2]

I just hope he has checked up on Winston to make certain the new family is continuing to treat Winston with love and kindness.

[@ericaespinosa4030]

That's what I was going to write here. I worry and hope the new family is treating him well. Winston deserves a great family like the foster family was to him.

[@tonyduncan7608]

I'm sure he has he loved him very much

[@mandyunger3878]

How is Winston doing ?

[@micheledonahoe8092]

Yes, how is he?

[@barbiehepinsmitt5665]

How is he doing now can we see an update?

[@ichigo42]

Some people don't deserve animals in their life. I'm happy Winston gets the love and care he deserves.

[@user-cq2fe6eh3h]

I am 53 years old and have had Juvenile Rheumatoid arthritis since i was 15. I have had numerous operations and I'm in constant pain and not able to get out of bed without help. Watching this made me cry and my heart just broke for Winston. But after watching how he recovered has given me hope and strength. If Winston can be happy and overcome the horrible first 5 years of his precious life and all the horrible effects, then i can be strong and start trying to get myself the help i need to get out of bed to start having a better life. i love all you do for animals. You all are truly angels on Earth ❤

[@jenmontana]

Hopefully everything gets better for you too 🌷

[@celardoorhorse]

I hope you get better or are better, stay strong, it might feel like it sometimes but you're not alone, and there is a person out there wishing you a pain free happy life ahead

[@user-cq2fe6eh3h]

@@celardoorhorse thank you so much for the kind words and support. I know I'm not alone but it sometimes feels that way. I'm not getting any better, only worse but i have an appointment coming up with a new Rheumatologist. The one I had since i was 15 retired about 15 years ago and the one that replaced him just isn't working out. I stayed so long out of a sense of loyalty however it can't hurt to get another opinion. Sorry I'm rambling. Anyway, thank you again. Hope your doing well and have a beautiful day 🩷

[@colinaylward9455]

That wincing of pain in the kennel broke my heart... cant even explain the difference Rocky is making

[@sharondeluca2469]

As the mom of a rescued American BULLDOG I cried with sadness and happiness through the whole video!!Ty for helping him and giving him dignity and love ❤️

[@jalynnmclamb7791]

I literally started crying when I heard him whimpering In pain😔 so happy for him😊

[@jmo53214.]

Same same same!! How can people be so incredibly cruel?! I truly in my heart feel like people who do this should suffer the very same fate... Full stop.

[@tracybogert3937]

Me to

[@karenstiltner1386]

I couldn't help crying when Winston was crying in pain. Poor baby, he totally didn't deserve that. I'm so glad you invested in him having a happy, pain free life and never gave up on him. I love all God's precious creatures so much, but dogs have a special place in my heart ❤

[@rickb.284]

Nice job Rocky...Heaven holds a special place for people like you...the world needs more of you...I applaud you. I'm a 66 year old man..and wiping a tear from my eyes...

[@k.fuentes7448]

My eyes filled up with tears as you walked inside the shelter and all the employees cheered for Winston. Heartwarming!

[@Ambelica]

Same ! Pure joy! Love this ❤

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

I cried like a baby when they were driving him there, and showed flashbacks of Winston on the beach!

[@rhondamaclellan4028]

Okay…Second break from watching this video. The first op didn’t work but gave him bad bacteria😳🥵😖🙆‍♀️🤕🐕🐕🐕🐕🫶🥰🧔‍♀️😰😬😭😢. Okay… I am ready to see how you do this money wise. Because, God provides when we Trust Him. He is still waitin on our full trust, hook, line and sinker. But, when your back is up against the wall with no more money and debt…. What can you do??? Just wait on the Lord to help you pay the bills….? Oh, this is so, I dona’t know God/Jesus. We live in a valley of tears.

[@rhondamaclellan4028]

SOLD. It is a steal, are you kidding me. If I was rich I would have given one million dollars for this dog art🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰.

[@charaardrey5846]

Me too, that part got me 😭

[@Tryagain563]

I've never liked the face of a bull dog, but Winston got to me! He's such a good dog - grateful, loving, playful. I still feel like crying thinking of him spending five years in a crate!!! So thankful to you and all who helped, in giving him health, happiness and love! PS Don't forget to take him to the beach again on some of your visits to him! He loves it!! God bless you sir.

[@lisajean228]

I feel badly leaving my one dog in his crate for a couple hours….he just sleeps anyhow, but I still feel badly for him

[@mylittlepitbull3143]

They have a way of winning you over.

[@tinawindham6958]

I love boxers, pugs, frenchies…even my shitzu has a lil smush nose and my Pekingese was so cute ! She did get yeast infection in the crease of her nose once so I had to be super careful!

[@GingersRule135]

@@lisajean228why? Unless you are keeping him in there during the day then you shouldn’t feel bad as long as they are comfy :) Also I really hope you don’t keep him in there during the day

[@ersheri]

American Bulldogs are amazingly loyal and love kids. They are so misunderstood.

[@rebeccaw54]

I love how excited he was jumping gleefully into your car on the way to meet his forever parents! You all really helped turn his life around for the better and it’s wonderful and amazing that there are people like you and your community (shelters, rescues, etc.) along with all the folks who donate their time and energy. Keep up the good work. It’s important work for those homeless pups.

[@bradleyschwartz6740]

I’m glad he got adopted! We will miss Winston, all of us will.

[@rockykanaka]

Thank you! I miss him so much but I have to say he couldn’t have a more perfect family 👏

[@raylen208]

I miss him to but happy he got adopted 😊

[@dixieuwu3083]

@@rockykanaka I couldn’t agree more 😊

[@Theroachgod123]

Same

[@Mellen_Gaming]

I miss him too 😢

[@Choujifangirl]

I’m legitimately crying right now the lengths you go to get a dog adopted is nothing short of amazing Rocky

[@claudiacanales2662]

It’s inspiring for sure!!!!! ❤

[@tinawindham6958]

Same🐶

[@NSGca]

Man I'm so happy that you're on this planet helping fur babies! ❤️

[@JessPope]

My mom had a chihuahua named Freckles, she passed a month ago. She had her for 13 yrs, was rescued from a puppy mill where they kept her in a cage and if she barked they sprayed her with a hose. She was pregnant and my mom kept one puppy and named him MoeMoe, he misses his mom. Freckles got spoiled and lived her best life full of love.

[@strawberrypinkmoon]

I'm glad Winston got saved twice, and adopted into a loving home. I hope he lives a long and happy life.

[@heathercarpenter5497]

Hearing and seeing Winston crying was very difficult, poor sweet baby. He's a good dog ❤️ Thank you for helping him!

[@decyattysyachpchyol]

Yup any human who has known chronic pain knows just how bad that is when it's nobody's fault. When it's entirely m because of someone's evil decisions, it's infuriating.

[@liesbethverlaeckt8083]

Seeing Winston's sad face in the shelter nearly makes me cry... Poor doggo!!

[@jayceec3178]

Same with me. I’m such a softie, I wouldn’t be able to give Winston to another home, I would have kept him.

[@_ChimeraCreates_]

I love how Winston transformed from being in pain and being in a cage most of his life to a handsome,playful dog!I truly love how you help dos like Winston

[@Waergy]

The fact that Rocky was conforting winston and trying to show love just makes me happy

[@PZW_]

Winston’s story is amazing! Form being trapped in a crate to going to the beach for the first time. I hope he’s happy with his new family and gets all the cuddles and attention he deserves

[@joanknight2713]

His face in the door of the shelter. You can’t tell me dogs don’t grieve and get depressed.

[@maggimania8229]

Wow already 2,500 raised! Sending lots of love to Winston! ❤ Adopted my own dog in 2021. Honestly the best decision I’ve ever made.

[@ClownWorldRebel]

The clip where he was laying in his cage crying in pain tore me to pieces. I cried for 30 mins before I could restart the video. I love Winston and I’m so happy he’s found his forever home!!!❤❤❤

[@deeberry650]

Me too still crying...I am SOOO HAPPY for Winston..he deserves a wonderful life !!

[@jethro1260]

This went from bothering me about what he went through to so happy that Winston got his forever home and all of his physical pain is hopefully gone. Thank you for saving him.

[@yazmeenm4421]

So happy for Winston ❤🎉 he deserves a good life

[@Liliac_vr152]

Me to but I am going to miss a LOT 😢❤😊

[@tammiehutcherson6921]

Rocky Thanks to you and your wife for helping so many dogs. Winston’s story was very emotional. You truly went above and beyond for this dog.

[@keri117]

Rocky, Thank you for being such a blessing to these dogs! I'm so so happy for Winston!! I hope he lives a happy healthy pain-free life for the rest of his years!!!🐶❤🐶

[@aviatornick3660]

I Never Met A Man With This pure of Heart ❤️

[@celestiafanforever]

I remember the day that you posted about Winston. Just seeing him sit there in his kennel sad, depress, basically given up on finding his family. I'm still in tears watching his journey unfold from the sad depress boy to a dog who loves his life. Congrats to finding YOUR family Winston! You did it buddy! You fought each paw step of the way in the road of recovery to get where you are now! Enjoy yourself buddy, enjoy your family.

[@jannafanta5707]

i loved Winston from the second i laid eyes on him what an incredible story💖

[@AnitaLife27]

Omg, poor Winston! My heart goes out to this precious soul. I’m so glad he’s being loved!

[@DaphneTheOrange]

When Rocky posts, You know a dogs life had changed, ❤

[@xxx_lemongirl_xxx2679]

When I saw Winston whine when he laid down I wanted to cry immediately. His story is so heartwarming 🥺

[@karennoble3795]

Winston’s recovery is just amazing! Congratulations on another success story! ❤❤❤

[@deeberry650]

THANK YOU to every caring hand that touched Winston's soul through his successful journey !! It takes golden hearts like Yours Rocky ( shelters Vets and staff members ) to make such a difference in animals lives .We animal lovers need to help one another coz sadly I believe we are few and far between these days in this ..ME ...generation. Blessings to all!

[@demetrianicole1657]

Everyone, please hit the like. 👍🏾 It’s the smallest way to show support. This is such a touching story. I am so excited for Winston. ❤️

[@gcm9572]

I’m crying like a baby! Happy tears! God bless with health & long life to ALL those involved in Winton’s recovery♥️🙏🏻. Godspeed Winston!

[@karenquick8737]

Wow, what a tearjerker! I'm so happy that Winston could go to a loving family 💘

[@JamieCrumble]

after 9 months... wow, that must been one of the hardest good byes into a new forever home. Thank you for everything you're doing.

[@topcatwarrior]

It’s such good news about Winston, American bulldogs are great family dogs. My girl, Pinky, has eyeliner on one eye, just like Winston. Saying goodbye to a foster dog, especially one as incredible as Winston, is always bittersweet. I’m wishing all the best to Winston and his new family, may they have many long, happy and healthy years together.💕

[@tonitalas1757]

SO HAPPY 😊 THAT HANDSOME WINSTON HAS FOUND HIS LOVING AND FOREVER HOME! So sorry 😞 what you went through, pup!

[@donnacoleman6414]

Winston is sooooooooo cute but it's sad that he got locked in a crate for sooo long I'm sooo happy that he's okay

[@donnacoleman6414]

Hi

[@donnacoleman6414]

Wait what is the participants write up rocky???

[@allymo1116]

@@donnacoleman6414 it's some weird scam thing I've been seening on other people's pages to they just change their name to the youtuber they are commenting on and comment that lots of other youtubers have been talking about it people have even been reporting it.

[@donnacoleman6414]

@@allymo1116 thanks for telling

[@allymo1116]

@@donnacoleman6414 your welcome

[@allsensesfiring]

He was telling everyone "Im a good boy!" and how awesome he feels now because he has been fixed and ready to get his new home!

[@sugarr_coat]

I couldn’t help but cry watching this. I hope he lives happily for the rest of his life

[@ALLWILLBEOVERR]

Thank you for giving this beautifil soul another chance. We love you Winston.

[@lunkis3233]

I'm so happy for Winston I hope he is thriving in his forever home.

[@faeryhill1]

This is such a beautiful heart warming video...Winston is such a special dog ❤❤❤

[@tammyparsons5656]

I bawl my eyes out when you give them up. I know the adopting family is so excited and loving, but I get attached so easily I could never give them up. Saying goodbye is my cryptonite. Bless Winston and his new family and bless you Rocky. You are a hero 🎉

[@TheBaumcm]

It hurts to know that there are animals still out there on so much pain and terror. I would take them all if I could but I can only settle for changing the lives that I can. Thank God for channels like yours who reach so many canine, and human alike.

[@rawilliams5881]

I often have aggressive impulses toward people who harm the animals in their care.

[@jesscasper3079]

I almost cried when you took him to the beach, he’s such a precious dog :) That song too ❤ I’m gonna miss that precious doggo :)

[@joanhardy1787]

It just hurts that they're torn from their new family. Winston wanted to go home with him. He's such a good boy! So glad he's cared for finally

[@mediumdoubledouble9012]

Winston is a legend and like any true artist his art work is his legacy and will outlive all through it.

[@jenniferasbury7564]

Thank you for saving him! Thank you Vessi for matching our donation!

[@cgriff8756]

You are genuinely such a beautiful person. To be able to foster an animal, be with them through all their painful moments, love and nurture them, help them heal, and then be able to say goodbye is amazing. You clearly have so much love to give and I’m so happy Winston and other animals are able to be on the receiving end of it ❤

[@diegofranco5760]

I wish Winston good luck on his new family.❤

[@elizabethmanzella6751]

I can’t believe someone would treat a dog like that. So unbelievably cruel. My heart broke hearing Winston’s back story and all the health problems he had because of it 😢 poor baby. I am so happy he was able to make a recovery and get adopted.

[@molly_equestrian2370]

I’m glad he’s adopted! I can’t stand seeing dogs in pain.

[@cinderelly6443]

Crying tears of Joy for precious Winston 🐹💓🐾

[@tingliasmr]

I have no words to describe what wonderful people you are.Thanks to your huge hearts,endless love and patience you've helped so many animals and us hoomans too. Sending big love and light from a kitty rescue Mama in Spain! :)

[@ElizabethJackson-bd3jz]

Bless your work ms cat rescue

[@Blah00766]

Not only is Winton extremely handsome. He is also an amazing artist. Thank you for loving Winston ❤️ 😍 💖

[@espynunez9734]

God Bless you ROCKY for saving this PRECIOUS LITTLE ANGEL and giving him a Loving Forever Home and Family 🐕❤️ 💋🌹

[@jacquelinepinn3064]

I loved Winston so much I'm so happy he found his forever home. Best boy.

[@nicolevahai5982]

He loves food! We love you Winston!!

[@lynnwilson2796]

You are an amazing soul helping Winston and so many more. May God Bless you abundantly for all you do, I say Thank you.🐶❤️💙

[@noneofbizorjuliejt6466]

Its gut wrenching to think someone left him a crate that much. Im so glad you opted for the surgery he looks like hes pain free and quality of life is so more important then quantity. Thank you for helping him find a better life and I hope hes doing well in his new home.

[@annahorecka3090]

I’m so happy for Winston getting his forever home and family. We will miss you Winston.

[@eevagirl]

BEAUTIFUL Winston. He is such a character. Lots of joy beautiful buddy ❤️ Thank you Rocky and family, always x

[@tigerdcd]

I love this guy, so full of life and ambition to get these dogs adopted to loving homes, great going man.

[@marianaparra9475]

This is the true meaning of happy ever after ❤😊

[@nicholesendtimesdreams]

You are such an amazing person to do such an amazing thing for such deserving animals. Thank you for helping Winston.

[@brettp.8322]

i feel you

[@k.alanball3000]

Massive respect for what you, your family and team are doing. Your stories are both maddening and heart warming.

[@jodyreynolds8545]

I don't know how you all kept dry eyes. I'm still bawling . Thank you for sharing yours and Winston's story. Good Luck Winston!❤

[@GunnanFannan]

Do you what, YOU ARE AND WILL ALWAYS BE A GREAT DAD ur soo caring Side note = dogs rule 🐶 puppy power

[@gymnastcandylover]

PUPPY POWER

[@tinamariejones3716]

I’m so happy for Winston.❤

[@rockykanaka]

Thank you Tina!!

[@killingqueen666]

Thank you for talking about knuckle dragging. My senior pup has been doing it, I didn't know that it was an actual thing. I'm immediately going to do all I can to help my girl❤️

[@rustybones5540]

On his bad days, his cries of pain shot through my soul. To end with the smiles that you, Rocky and your family, put on Winston's face. Just broke me with tears of joy, relief, happiness that Winston deserved. I believe that you, Rocky, are an animal spirit yourself. Thank you seems so small of words to describe my Gratuities for you, Rocky!

[@SkullyBones191]

I was a quarter of the way through the video and said this. “OMG Winston” I love him! He is adorable

[@kantapunwanibali5477]

Wow Rocky. You never cease to amaze me wid your unending love n energy for all these marginalized babies. More power to you, forever!

[@MargaretCutt-um8iq]

one of our dogs was in a kennel for most of his 3 years that he had been alive. He was my "velcro dog". He was attached to me. i had to teach him how to go down stairs.... He was a wonderful boy. Give rescue dogs a chance...they'll never let you down ❤

[@jlhcnursing]

I am 57 years old but when I saw the story, I became to survive like a small child. I have never donated anything online, but I did not hesitate this time. The species that did this to Winston horrifies me but the work that you do, and the love that you give helps lighten that dark shadow thank you

[@jonatangarcia8038]

I’m glad that Winston got a great family ❤

[@Sunshine-at-Midnight]

I saw the thumbnail and had to click on it to make sure he has a good life ❤

[@stephenross4333]

My eyes got watery watching this. I'm so glad you opted for the surgery. Such an absolute sweetheart!

[@sunnyxdays5861]

This made me cry i’m sooo happy Winston got a home 🐶🐾

[@Sparky855]

That poor baby i don't like people who treat animals so badly I'm glad he found a forever home he deserves it for what he been through thank you so much for saving him God bless you 🙏❤

[@kayhaghi2414]

This is so heartwarming and the difference from the start to the end

[@80bbygrl]

I adopted my 2nd bulldog bully from a rescue a few months ago, and he is amazing. I am a lucky mom. I don't know his backstory, but hes 5 years old. He is beyond loving and loyal. Thank you for doing so much for Winston.

[@lindsaykoepke738]

I am so happy for Winston, I cried when I heard his story.

[@quietone748]

I often smile when I watch your videos. Watching this one, I smiled too but when he went up to the shelter and got adopted I started crying. Thank you for believing in Winston, fostering him and taking him through the surgery and recovery he needed.

[@shelvan1690]

Oh my gosh, Rocky, your compassion and empathy is so wonderful. I have no words to say how much I was touched by this video and everything you have done to save these precious lives. I subscribed and started watching your videos, as I broke my ankle recently (I have metal plates just like Winston), Our beloved 15 yr old dog had been run over by a truck and they put plates in. She did not recover, she also had bacteria under the plates though vets did not find it and she gave up on living. That was 10 years ago, but feels like yesterday, the pain of her losing her. Right after she passed, I broke my ankle (the first time, yup I'm a goober and had plates put in and then removed 3 months later because of the bacteria. I wished we had known this was what was happening to our girl. .Fast forward, I again broke my ankle, right after I had contacted the shelter near me to volunteer. I hope to start volunteering when my ankle is healed and I can walk. I couldn't stop watching your videos. Saving Winston and hearing how he suffered all his life, it just made cry, first in sorrow, then in joy when he was rehabilitated both physically and emotionally. Thank you for all that you and your family does, especially as you have young two legged babies as well. You are making such a difference and I wanted to express that to you and your wife as well. I see the support she gives you in what you do. Though I work full time, I hope to be able to make a difference as well. And you have encouraged and inspired me. They do not deserve to be in such anguish and torment. I don't know how anyone can not love dogs and understand their need to be loved and care for.. I am ashamed that humans could be so cruel. Thank you, thank you, Thank you!

[@miarye2118]

Winston looks like such a good boy!I'm glad he got adopted!

[@CrystalTheAnimalLover]

So glad he got adopted I remember the live stream when you showed him in the shelter it was sad thank you for fostering him and helping him and now he has a good home.

[@rockykanaka]

It’s been a long journey but worth every minute!

[@CrystalTheAnimalLover]

@@rockykanaka I agree and the song was cute so happy for him

[@secretwatcher9922]

Thank you for helping Winston he really deserves a great life with a happy family.

[@HLBear]

He wasn't even afraid to go back to the shelter. 😊❤ He knew it was a good day.

[@happyheidi747]

Winston is such a good boy ❤️