Dog Rescued From A Box After 16 Years Gets To Be A Puppy For The First Time | The Dodo

This 16-year-old dog gets rescued from being trapped in a box for his entire life. Watch his transformation from being matted and unrecognizable to getting the opportunity to run around like a puppy again.
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[@sct4040]

That person who kept him in a box should be prosecuted for animal cruelty.

[@susanwest8239]

I agree.

[@disorder_go]

I think a lot worse.

[@alanguages]

The person should be put into a box and live there.

[@greyscalesx]

What's even the point in having one to do that ? I mean most irresponsible ppl would give it to a shelter or even abandon pets. it's not good, but it's what happens. But like.. there are also some sadists who like to hit and hurt animals. No matter how sick this is, there's a goal, some form of logic there. But here they just...keep it. ...they clearly don't want it but still aren't getting rid of it, even though they keep having to take care of the pet. And then they just let it stay in a box for over a decade. Like why ? It's seems so pointless and so Senseless. I genuinely don't understand.

[@ekramer2478]

Figuring they might be that kind of sick/hoarder. Have seen it, and the mental processes were seriously lacking. Otherwise they were just horrible people deserving of a tiny box themselves.

[@emke9326]

16 years in a box!!!!! How can some people sleep at night thinking this is ok? Unbelievable! Wishing Atlas a happy healthy life. Enjoy the love from now on buddy.

[@jeanieburt8952]

He is so 😍adorable. God bless 🙏you for taking such good care of him. I think anyone who mistreates any animal or human, should be prosecuted to the highest degree.

[@jeanieburt8952]

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[@josefanon8504]

I am actually surprised the dog lived for 16 years considering the conditions

[@Ramy-ql3tr]

Some people can sleep knowing it was wrong but doesn't care. Humans.

[@damotoneko1500]

I couldnt even think to do such a thing much less act on it or even accomplish it. That's like a prison sentence without having ever commited a crime. I was almost crying when i saw this video.

[@sanjanashekar6579]

Just saw on their instagram account that Atlas's family had him for around 6 months before he crossed the rainbow bridge on 27th Jan 2021. So thankful to his adopter for making sure he knew love, happiness and kindness in his last days! Run free in heaven, beautiful boy! ❤❤

[@spiceupyourlife7755]

My condolences

[@cherieallen9508]

@@spiceupyourlife7755 I'm so very sad Atlas could not have had more years of this wonderful experience 😢..Dear Lord..I know he is with you now..but still..what was the purpose of keeping him this way..are people really that uncaring?? Hostile??? I could become very bitter if I hear just one more of these cruelties to these blessed animals and children of course that have to endure these atrocities of such abuse..it's simply. Unreal..😭

[@Lee-ru5vi]

Oh no ! that's really sad . Thanks to his adopted mum and dad he new love .

[@veronikagigi]

I’m so so sad how cruel was his life and only enjoyed it for a few months with the Atlas family. Thank you family for giving his best life. I know many relatives friends saw this dog being abused and no one stood up for his well being, unfortunately it took most of his life to be reported. More people who see animals being abused need to reported for if you don’t you are just as guilty. He’s in doggie heavenly is our consolation.🕊🐕‍🦺💔

[@danielmorris6523]

Aww man that really hurts to hear. It might have been just a short time but he experienced love and joy and now he can play free in rainbow land away from his aching body and blindness.

[@lisak4367]

His previous owner robbed this poor boy of almost his entire life. 😞 luckily, he still has time to know what love feels like 🥰

[@sonneversets3530]

Atlas only had 6 mos of love, but it was 6 mos of the best love ever.❤️🐾

[@carollunn3370]

Totally agree!!!!

[@sct4040]

Thank god someone called Animal Control. More people should do so.

[@lorraineniece8813]

I'm glad animal control did something about him.

[@gaby3662]

@Ben Lurie you're a waste of life, I can't believe you study marine biology but have this much hatred within yourself for animals and go to an animal love channel to throw hate..

[@gaby3662]

@Ben Lurie why bad people like you exist?

[@SusanMinhTrangNguyen]

I’m literally in tears now thinking about how many unfortunate animals out there being abused and no one knows they are there 😭😭

[@tpilot_error404]

Because the industry doesn't want you to see the suffering their products cause to animals. That story doesn't sell well. Infected rabbit eyes on make up packaging ?

[@lifewatchgroup1587]

Think about the homeless. people who starve,or worse, are massacred due to ethnic or religious " cleansing"

[@d-jemme]

i know. i feel you.

[@Viv1398]

@@lifewatchgroup1587 No thank you, this is about the animals and they are what I care about !!!

[@kathleenryan8545]

I hate that Atlas was mistreated most of his life, and if I could I would stick those owners in a box to see how they liked it, but I am sure the last 6 months of his life made up for all those bad years! Thank you for giving him those amazing 6 months!

[@carollunn3370]

Yeah, that sounds about right to me, too!! And then some. So cruel. He was in a prison.

[@Frankenwiddy]

I can't imagine the pain he went through ALL THOSE YEARS 😭 Such a strong boy ❤️❤️❤️

[@Mickju]

This is heartbreaking. Bless this woman for taking him in and loving him.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

I'm the 100th like -- you said exactly what I'm thinking, and what a lot of people are thinking.♥️

[@nathkrul]

Same, that's just what I thought, bless you.

[@deee5520]

I’ll never understand how people can be so cruel. Poor little guy. I hope he lives the rest of his life being happy. ❤️

[@terrylap6132]

@Ben Lurie Oh please, if you want to troll, do it somewhere else.

[@edwardkay3193]

I'm still seeing it now. Complained but can't act because dog does not show any form of physical abuse.

[@deee5520]

@@terrylap6132 Thank you.

[@zxyatiywariii8]

@Ben Lurie I'm happy to spend time and money on the animals I rescue, and with my family and friends. It's a joy. You're the nuisance. I wouldn't spend one cent on you, and this eight-second comment is all the time I'll spend on you. I hope you go outside some day and find a friend. Trolling online can be fun when you're nine, but it isn't productive for someone your age.

[@nellswell]

@@zxyatiywariii8 I've seen his ridiculous comments in a few other threads on this video; it appears that Ben did some trolling -- took a 5-hour break -- and then *returned* to troll some more. I think that even the 9-year-olds would take a few minutes, leave some "funny" comments, and then at least move on but Ben here seems to have made a day of it. Very sad.

[@amandataylor5796]

I adopted an old girl just like this from a rescue. Her last year of life was fabulous with special beds, grooming, proper food and medicine, hugs and kisses, and occasionally going to the office with me. Seeing him, it brings back the heartbreak of Lolly when I first got her. How can someone do this to these little beings. Lolly was so sweet.

[@SandraMontano-si3uf]

They are cold hearted and cruel. They should be in jail -

[@jallan9578]

​@@SandraMontano-si3uf: They're morons ... morons who MIGHT learn, were the laws more effective! And more effectively APPLIED!

[@pirut1]

What an incredible story! Poor Atlas. Can we all just make a pact right now to help any animal we come across, no matter how uncomfortable it makes us? Thank God someone said something about the poor boy!

[@marlecmarine5393]

Makes my blood boil when l see what those people did to this poor dog, they need serious prosecution and arrest.......

[@chronicfish]

or death...

[@bunnyg4464]

@@chronicfish death sounds good for those abusers.

[@readynow12345]

THEY NEED ME TO PUT A BULLET IN THEIR BRAIN.

[@greyscalesx]

What even the point in having one to do that ? I mean most irresponsible ppl would give it to a shelter or even abandon. it's not good but it's what happens. But like they're also some sadists who like to hit and hurt animals. No matter how sick this is, there's a goal, some form of logic there. But here they just keep it. and then just let stay in a box for over a decade ...they clearly don't want him but still aren't getting rid of him even though they keep having to take care of him. It's seems so pointless and so Senseless. I genuinely don't understand

[@lordyoav7836]

Ben Lurie ok

[@GunGlutton]

Those evil people should be forced to live the rest of their lives in a small box!

[@miriambucholtz9315]

A really poorly-run mental institution should do just fine.

[@sussiohlund9139]

Oh yes! A very small one!

[@lorij6796]

How sad for this sweet dog to spend 16 years in a box. Why are some people so cruel? I hope this special pup has many years of love to come. Thank you for rescuing him. We need more people like you!

[@mr.d.572]

Someone posted above that the dog only lives another 6 months. I don't understand why the prior owners weren't prosecuted.

[@rosemarieetruiste5642]

His story broke my heart. Thank you to all of you for caring for him! GODBLESS!!!

[@johndonovan5521]

Such a good boy! The people that rescued him are angel's. The people that kept I'm that crate should live in a 55gal drum for 16yrs and see how they like it.

[@dominikfruth8308]

sad, sad. To level up, 16 dog years are like 80 human years!

[@Just_Pele]

@Ben Lurie Still 1000x better than you. (Yeah, you removed my other comment, but I'm putting it back, loser.)

[@Just_Pele]

@Ben Lurie You're only capable of hate and useless to everyone, loser.

[@JulsHorrorStories]

@Ben Lurie oh shut up animal hater. Go cry to your mom about it

[@kendallbald]

@Ben Lurie no

[@snooker48]

I feel an overwhelming sense of sadness for this poor dog. Sixteen long years. Sixteen long, torturous years. Sixteen. I can't even fathom how that must have been for him. I am so glad he will now know love and happiness. And while I feel overwhelming sadness for Atlas, I feel overwhelming disgust and hate for the kuntz who abused him. I hope they are facing animal cruelty charges. But, more importantly, I hope Karma has something special waiting for them.

[@Deno2100]

Sadly many maybe even most animals tortured by monster people only find peace in their last moments before their body and mind give up and they pass away. There are almost no protections for animals.

[@alexknox1596]

If it's worth anything to ya and I'm thinking like this so I'm not so upset as well, I think they are exaggerating the years don't see any dog surviving that long in a box and being able to get rehabilitated. I hope

[@hospitalfood6621]

@@alexknox1596 I am guessing he got out of the box a few times a day to use the bathroom. He may have gotten 15-20 minutes a day to walk before being caged again. Otherwise I don’t think he would have been able to walk at all after 16 years. It’s just a terrible and heartbreaking story.

[@alexknox1596]

@@hospitalfood6621 upset me too! long life for a dog 16years, and it was spent like that, makes me want to adopt a retired greyhound even more.

[@e.erin.]

Reading this made me cry angry miserable tears. Who does a thing like that. Why?? My God.

[@kristinesquires9257]

I'm so glad you guys found each other. This helpless innocent animal is so blessed to be with you.

[@tress6960]

Sadly he passed away

[@kristinesquires9257]

@@tress6960 I'm so sorry 😞

[@rhondamadgirl]

This is one of the saddest things I’ve ever seen. So glad he got a loving home.

[@cocoemrick1903]

This wasn't cruel, this is sheer evil! The person/persons responsible for this evil torturing, doesn't deserve another breath of air! God Bless the angel that saw him and made that call, and of course the rescuers that took him in.

[@vegskater1741]

Unfortunately, there are lots of people who keep their dogs in crates while they go to work, sleep, etc. because they don't want the dog/s running around the house while they are not watching. This dog was kept in a box or crate much more often than other dogs.

[@blythegirl4348]

Coco Emrick. I agree with you. This is a sick person who did this. That poor baby was tortured for 16 years. they need to go to prison for animal abuse.

[@katfitzgerald1842]

I sure hope there was some sort of punishment for the people who did this to a poor animal...so evil.

[@rmason5477]

@@vegskater1741 shameful💯

[@nadMoZzzg]

@@vegskater1741 That's what "people" like that do to other people too. It's called psychiatry. They usually "don't understand" what they have done wrong. You really can't justify them, it's either pure sadism or unimaginable stupidity and indifference.

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

Atlas passed away January 26th. He was able to have like 8 months with his perfect family in the end. He was loved completely and knew comfort and freedom. He's at peace now ❤️

[@carolvandyke6926]

RIP sweet boy !

[@lynryall1317]

Would really really love to meet those evil scum who put him in a box for all those years.....

[@petrol11]

Thank you for letting us know. What a crying shame, this poor little angel didnt deserve to know a world so cruel. This hurts my soul to see. :(

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

@@lynryall1317 me too! Give me a pair of pliers and 24hrs to torture them, please! 🔥

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

@@petrol11 take comfort in knowing he was at peace and happy in the end. He had a family that loved him and still miss him. His previous owners didn't care about him while he was alive but his new family knew his worth and mourne his passing.

[@Givulinovich]

He was lucky to meet her. God bless that neighbor who reported his condition.

[@lesliehealey7957]

I can't imagine how anyone could leave him to live in a box. So thankful that you took him in and gave him the life he deserved. God bless ❤🙏💖

[@jleezy612]

Although, this is such a heartwarming story, it truly depresses me to know how many dogs are suffering right at this moment just like that poor pupper was 💔

[@deborahjeanne2141]

@Josette - I hear ya. Every time I watch one of these rescue videos with a beautiful happy ending, I think about the puppies and dogs that are still in abusive situations, or roaming homeless on the streets who don’t have an angel that has rescued them from the misery they live with daily. It breaks my heart. ❤️‍🔥

[@caseycassidy6173]

Yep, that is why each of us can make a diifference-even if it's with just one animal. If we can't adopt one, then we can speak up for one, foster one, give $ to groups that save them. Each of us can change the world, even if it's only in our backyard or community.

[@terriejohnson5543]

I know how u feel because I feel the same way

[@deborahjeanne2141]

It’s so nice to be amongst a group of people who care about animals and realize they need saving too, no matter what you do - such as all of your suggestions. I’ve been around too many ppl who think charitable contributions should be for ppl only. I don’t agree. Most stray, homeless, and all abused animals are in the situation they’re in because of human ignorance, neglect, and lack of empathy. So it’s up to humans to rectify this as best we can.

[@catyork6070]

It's not only dogs who are suffering horrifically like this poor little dog was. Many, many animals are used and abused by evil humans, sadly. I wish all the evil sickos could be rounded up and annihilated, then rot in hell.

[@EgbertWilliams]

This little soul will know real love before he goes. That matters because he matters. This lady is the best of us.

[@jennifers2561]

You said that perfectly

[@MeganVictoriaKearns]

Wonderfully stated comment. 👍❤🐕💜😇

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

He was loved fully and knew comfort and a happy life before he passed away in January. I just started following his mom's insta and found out.

[@abc-vl6pr]

@@Rainy-In-The-Desert aw im so glad he was able to have comforting moments with someone who actually cares for him before he was able to rest peacfully

[@bigsky445]

It's so sad to know humans can be so cruel, whoever did that to this precious dog, should be put in a dark cell for 16 years. Thank you for saving him! ❤❤

[@-C.S.R]

I hope he lives another 16 years with the new family!!!!

[@karenp6117]

Theese Cruel Animal Abusers, should be in a cage, or put them in a room, with me! Anyway God Bless Atlas, & his family! He's so Beatiful! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🐾🐾🐕❤❤❤❤

[@christopherbzowski4346]

can I help kill them

[@arnoeeuwigheid4499]

I'll join you!!!!

[@karenp6117]

@@christopherbzowski4346 Yes, me as well! 😡

[@karenp6117]

@@arnoeeuwigheid4499 Thank you for joining me! 🙏

[@rslwannabe9475]

I would kill somebody like this if i didn't get punished

[@FreakyBo0o]

This was the right person for this dog. So loving and dedicated.

[@grzegorztarkowski7954]

I get a vibe she would save a puppy and kill an unborn child at the same time

[@rslwannabe9475]

@@grzegorztarkowski7954 Ya know what theres a pretty big difference. One is choosing to have something impact your life and the other is having something impact your life without choice. It should be the persons decision at the end of the day for abortion or not. You're not the one with the child so its not your choice, not your body not your choice.

[@rslwannabe9475]

@Foolie75 That affects everybody around you...

[@shraddhapawar]

@@grzegorztarkowski7954 You should re-think your existence cause gosh, you have a PATHETIC mentality. If you don't like someone saving animals, please shut the fck up.

[@rosaliamartinez8956]

@@grzegorztarkowski7954 what a horrible thing to say about someone you don't know . Get a grip on your hatefulness.

[@georgetyost9026]

Thank you for rescuing poor Atlas. It makes me so mad to see pets treated like this. What is wrong with people in this society today. I know you will give him a loving home for the rest of his life and I pray that karma will take care of the worthless person who did this.

[@januk7725]

This just breaks my heart, what a cruel heartless person to keep him like that, if you don't want a pet and can't be bothered let someone else have him, poor baby, he's so loving and forgiving of humans

[@bentnickel7487]

I'd like to get my hands on the person that kept that dog in a box for 16 years.

[@justsaynototv8366]

Please, take the animals you cannot take care of to a rescue organization or shelter. They have a soul as well. Thank you for loving Atlas.

[@ichuze7312]

The world needs more loving people like this woman. God bless her for saving that sweet angel baby. 🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@allandickman774]

The cruelty is beyond me I'm so pleased he has the best life now ❤ it took 16 years

[@pookysdad4884]

Why would somebody even have a pet if they're gonna abuse and mistreat it? I mean, you could say the same thing about kids, but kids just happen. Getting a pet is a CHOICE.

[@surfsavage2860]

My heart breaks for Lil ones that have suffered this way

[@annjohnson8437]

Whew, Atlas's story brought me to tears. I'm so glad someone called animal control and this wonderful pup was finally rescued! 😢 🙂👍

[@carolwilder761]

THERE’S A SPECIAL PLACE IN HEAVEN FOR PEOPLE LIKE YOU !!!THANKYOU FOR SAVING THAT POOR INNOCENT BABY ✝️🙏😌

[@TonyTube407]

Making that little dog happy the last few years of his life warms my heart.

[@lostwithasmile485]

We need a real life Dexter to "take care" of people who would keep a dog in a box for 16 years. Thank you for saving him!

[@Robocopnik]

Right? What would society lose, really? Who'd miss them?

[@WilliamWallace187]

Well man give me time it will happen lol

[@debndogs2208]

Karma

[@emke9326]

Definitely!

[@sega64official]

I called the cops to tell them about an underground dog fighting business where I was told 18+ dogs have already been tortured to death at and the police hung up on me. Twice....the guy is still out there doing it and no one cares.

[@PearlJamAndBiscuits]

This one hurt my heart deep. So happy he is finally learning what its like to be loved.

[@melschevelle]

This is the most heart wrenching story I’ve ever seen on this channel

[@pspcraft]

Thank you for saving him... what a horrible 16 years until you saved him.

[@justdoingitjim7095]

The sad part is at 16 years he's right at the end of his life. My little rescue was 9 months old when I found her starving, matted and scared. I took her in, paid $500 dollars to get rid of her heart worms and hoped the procedure didn't kill her. She was my constant companion for 15 years when she finally crossed the Rainbow Bridge. It's been 4 years now and I still miss her so much!

[@beatricecallan]

@Ben Lurie WHAT????? ARE YOU NOT ASHAMED SAYING SUCH A TERRIBLE THING?? OMG!!

[@nellswell]

@@beatricecallan He just wants attention. Ignore him.

[@sharisayed3004]

He is such a gorgeous dog. How could anybody neglect and caged him? He is tiny and not even needing a big space to run around in, and not much to feed either. Such cruelty.

[@graziacavasino8884]

I do wish there were more people who could treat other people the way that compassionate lady treats the poor dog.

[@guidododo4822]

Omg, my heart is broken. I cannot believe he was treated so badly. This makes me so angry. I hope he's happy and healthy.

[@mwrice45]

I'm wondering if it was an older person?

[@edk412]

This is heartbreaking. 16 years ago he was a sweet trusting puppy with a whole lot of anticipation and love oozing out of him and he met evil...look how amazing he is despite all that! He’s a beautiful dog. I cannot believe that right at this moment other dogs are still being boxed or abused. Ugh. I hope he has some good happy years ahead of him.

[@X-Prime123]

Yeah some people are disgusting human beings. Dogs and cats just want our love, they are so pure.

[@worldwithoutbass]

That's so fucked up

[@philliptraum2788]

I think we should be… …friends?

[@racoonslovetolove]

Extremely well sad. That's what I can I never bare about these cases.

[@ab935]

Most dogs don't live to be 16. I wonder what they were doing right.

[@playfulflirty]

Bless your hearts for taking in this poor abused and neglected baby and making him feel love for what is probably his first time..Bless this little angel..

[@wolfheartstarrella7883]

Please tell me they were charged with animal cruelty !!! Thank goodness this sweet angel found love in his old age ...

[@widgetsareus8850]

So heartbreaking what this dog had to endure. So glad Atlas is getting a new lease on life.

[@XRandomXShinigamiX]

Gosh spent 16 years in a box, that is just cruel and so sad, so happy to see him rescued and enjoying life for the first time 🥺🤠🥳🥳

[@curiousone6435]

People who do this should go to jail.

[@XRandomXShinigamiX]

@@curiousone6435 or be buried....

[@curiousone6435]

@Ben Lurie Another life is not your "property."

[@greyscalesx]

@Ben Lurie well society and the law disagrees with you. Mistreating an animal is illegal and yes you can end up in jail not just incur fines. But regardless of that your morals are dubious, if you think a being that is alive can be tortured just because someone owns it, well.. I just hope your voice those opinions openly. It would enable normal ppl to stay away from. Thanks for flying out your colours

[@curiousone6435]

Why do you troll this channel? Go see a therapist.

[@alaskakathryn1]

Every single person who mistreats an animal should be criminally charged.

[@CaliLatinaGrl]

You're a beautiful person and he's the most adorable little old man I've ever seen! God bless you both!!!

[@finafajar2807]

"We're not fostering this dog. This dog belong to us.." aww.. my heart melt.. you are an angel!!!

[@lilsaam]

"belongs *with* us", not to, two very different meanings, with peace and love

[@missannthrope2484]

The capacity for cruelty by humans never ceases to astound me. I just cannot understand how you could allow a living being to be confined in a space which prohibits the use of their limbs. Thank you to all that assisted in his rescue and continuing care.

[@michellefarrugia852]

Very true…unfortunately even birds kept in a cage all their life without using their majestic wings. Some humans are so horrible…animals sre not objects!!

[@missannthrope2484]

@@michellefarrugia852 Agreed. All for the sake of having something "pretty" to watch etc. I've never been a fan of keeping bird in avairies.

[@amandavanheerden7980]

Good people who care please keep your eyes and ears open for those who cannot fend for themselves. Animals need us in this world to protect them. What an angel to give this little dog the gift of a full life. Thank you for your beautiful loving heart.

[@pazamataz]

I almost bloody cried when I heard his favourite thing is an ear scratch - all that neglect and years alone, and all he wants is an ear scratch. We don’t deserve dogs.

[@MyhorseInthegravy]

15 yrs in a crate. Reinforces my hate for people and my unconditional love for all animals. Thank you for giving him the love he’s never known. 👍🏽❤️

[@pepper1188]

Same. My last two rescues, one was horrifically abused and elderly, the other was from a hoarding situation for 18 years. I had her for 6 months, but at least she knew love. I hate people, I really do. I've seen far too many cases of abuse and neglect to think it's rare.

[@losthope98]

My dog was kept in a bathroom for the first year of his life and I thought that was horrible. I can't imagine a crate for 15 years.

[@vashtiosborne3383]

I feel the exact same way as you do about humans. My love for animals is true. All of my animals have been rescued and have been dearly loved

[@juanitaminch4540]

Thank you for saving this little doggie from his life of misery. You are a saint.

[@debragouz7885]

Thank you to the great people who took care of him. Amazing!

[@fatooshtkd]

Many blessings for being such an awesome human being. U took him home and he was born into a whole new life & a second chance to know pure love & happiness 😊

[@wildlyunrulyadventures3942]

This just breaks my heart into a thousand pieces. The cruelty of humans never ceases to clothesline me. She is going to give little Atlas a loving home for his last few years.

[@kimadams2165]

I hope those people get what they deserve.

[@ianpeden2906]

What does "to clothesline" mean? Just found out, never heard it before.

[@sunnydaze2359]

Sadly, I doubt that he has a few years left. 16 years is very old for a dog. But even if he just has a few months thank God that they will be happy ones. ❤️❤️❤️

[@wholeshebang1]

@@ianpeden2906 - I know it to mean _to catch someone by surprise,_ like if you were walking in a yard and ran into an empty clothesline (hard to see), with it hitting you in the neck and stopping you in your tracks. The expression is also used when walking near a leased dog and it bolts across in front of you, its leash tightening and tripping you.

[@somasailor9]

Heartbreaking that he was treated so poorly. I just hope that whatever time he has left is full of love and joy.

[@Rainy-In-The-Desert]

He had a beautiful 8 months with his new family where he knew real love and comfort. He passed away in January.

[@nellswell]

@@Rainy-In-The-Desert Aww that's such a short time. :( But at the same time, I'm glad that he was so loved for those last 8 months of his life.

[@vonnie7426]

I cried through the whole thing. I wish you could’ve gotten him so many years ago. Thankful the neighbors finally took pity on him.

[@teresah.6696]

Human beings can be such assholes! That's why i don't spend time with a lot of people. Thank you for giving him a wonderful 🏡 home and letting him enjoy the rest of his years.

[@pookysdad4884]

I just got a new kitten 3 days ago, and she will never suffer like that poor little guy. Hopefully she lives to be 19 like my eldest kitty is 🐱.

[@loobylouboti]

Wow! 19 is an amazing age! .. Enjoy your new kitten and I hope she lives to be over 20! Maybe even 30?! (I can't comment the oldest cat that ever lived but it was something as crazy old as 30ish!) ..I'm hoping my cat lives until she's 90 😂😂 (I just love her so much!) Never let her go! ❤

[@ekramer2478]

My one made 19 1/2. Most of them just over or under 17. Good vet care, and lots of love.

[@trishnickles2236]

Congratulations, Pooky's Dad! I wish you and your new kitten many, many happy years together! Be well. 🙏💕💕💕💕

[@starrycrown]

My girl was rescued from a puppy mill-same conditions. She took about two years to recover, but she has a new life with me now. We need harsher legal penalties for such animal cruelty. Publish their names in the local paper. Big fines and public shaming! Make it hurt.

[@beckiejani7782]

A giant billboard on a busy street would be even better!

[@nadMoZzzg]

Sometimes bulling is okey

[@pattiheffron3098]

After watching many heartbreaking stories about animal cruelty, are the former owners who abused their dogs ever punished and, if so, what is their punishment? There should be public humiliation as well as legal ramifications for these despicable people.

[@Deno2100]

Their should be a registry and you shouldn't be able to have an animal unless you are registered. Animals are not property and owning them are not a human right. If you break the rules or mistreat them your privilege to care for an animal should be revoked with legal ramifications.

[@whatdidujustsay2094]

Take it easy.

[@bighizacosmetics8103]

Whoever took care of this dog is deeply respected

[@shelbysilverstein]

My god, this story made me cry so hard because I’m glad that this baby was finally rescued and loved on! Shame on the person that kept him in that box, I’m so happy he’s free ❤️ I’m so thankful for that kind lady that’s protecting him!

[@Exceltiaawesome]

Just found out through Instagram that Atlas passed away in January… It breaks my heart to think he lived 16 long years in a tiny box. At least for the last 5 months of his life he finally got to live like a real dog thanks to these incredible people. Rest in peace Atlas.

[@DeBe4604]

😢

[@lilRadRidinHood]

Thanks for the update, so sad as his story became, for far too long. Those last 5 months were peaceful at least, at last, feeling love. We often have no idea how these tales pan out. He's running now over the Rainbow Bridge, in so many minds, playing with other dogs, digging holes, and chewing big tasty bones...in my mind anyway!

[@ab935]

This story is all too common. The do gooders "rescue" an animal they it dies shortly after ward. Well, I don't like it either, however they must have been doing something right as most dogs don't live that long. How old do your dogs live?????

[@deborahjeanne2141]

@A Green Koala - this is just so unfair. It’s so unfair. I cannot fathom being in a cage for 16 years. That sweet little dog did not deserve that. And to finally find his forever home and then pass. This is why I don’t believe in god anymore.

[@KissyKat]

I'm a good person, usually non judgemental, but can anybody guess my thoughts on the people keeping Atlas in a box, crippling him?!? Whatever you're thinking you're probably right. Many blessings to Dage, giving him the perfect home 💕🐕🐾🤗💕

[@gnocchidokey]

Solitary confinement for the remainder of their life? Yeah, I agree.

[@conniesueadamsadams4092]

Thank you for having the Same feelings as I do.We are not mean people at all.We just do not understand this kind of humans.

[@WilliamWallace187]

I would cripple them paybacks a B.

[@andykitchen5225]

I agree, but can’t help think of how we treat pigs and other farm animals. But, I don’t want to stop eating meat. I love dogs. And I am sure I could love a pig as a pet. I’m a hypocrite, what can I say?

[@lesleybrown1583]

@@WilliamWallace187 EVERYBODY goes to hell who isnt saved so you can relax and stop playing God!Watch Bill Weise 23 minuets in hell on you tube!Be blessed!

[@samtyldesley58]

Thank you for being so kind to him, he deserves the best and you have given him that xx

[@patmanowen3301]

People suck, this pore dog never deserved to be treated so bad. Thank you for rescuing this little guy and showing him love.

[@paxsmile]

Why do psychopaths have to own animals? Why?

[@sega64official]

Because animals are easy targets that don't fight back like humans do. They are cowards

[@spmoran4703]

@@sega64official Try saying coward to a Rottweiler. No dont.

[@sega64official]

@@spmoran4703 I'm not referring to animals as cowards. I mean people who target animals are cowards.

[@LEE-kq9tq]

Since he can't use his back legs that well, he's gonna love all the scratches he gets that a normal dog would be able to scratch with their back legs.

[@johnfisher4872]

Thank you for rescuing this beautiful dog and giving him a life.

[@truthsayer1111]

I think Dodo should also report what measures have been taken against the people who cause these abuses. It's as if none of these people are ever held accountable.

[@melissagonzalez66]

He passed away in January, this little guy had a good end but I can't handle that people still treat animals like that... God bless this little soul and his family ❤️ A Shih-tzu Mom

[@kathyfrazier5672]

It hurts to see or hear about dogs having to live like this. My heart breaks every time. Don't these evil people know that animals were sent without wings, so we don't realize they ARE ANGELS!!!

[@badgyal4576]

How did you hear about his passing?

[@melissagonzalez66]

@@badgyal4576 the Instagram account of the last owner (in the description of the video)

[@user-bt9my1lf4e]

He will feel a little love in this life at list. Don't let the "owner" to escape from the law.

[@chronicfish]

αμην..

[@nicolekirkpatrick7125]

Was there consequences to this negative behavior? I hope the previous owner is banned from having any animals EVER

[@user-bt9my1lf4e]

@@nicolekirkpatrick7125 to visit a prison for a while, I think is better for him. To have the filling how is to be in a box all your life time.

[@thefinalflash6211]

What a brave lil guy.. thanks so much for loving him & letting him know life can be good. He deserves happiness 100%

[@cindyp5132]

This was hard to watch 😭 but I'm so thankful he got help & love 💕. I hope he gets even better! 🤍

[@ghaushahinfinity4910]

Poor sweety. It is still a miracle that he was already 16 years old, after having a live like that.

[@MiZzBee1]

I love rescue stories.. But it's a bit dif when someone chooses to adopt a senior dog💙💙

[@carolgrayson6876]

You're So KIND to take that Poor Baby Doll in. He is Soooo CUTE!!!! Thank You, Thank You Sweet Lady for giving him a Forever Home. 🐾🐾😍💞

[@user-uw5jn6tu6q]

No more pain, no more heartache, no more box. He's free now, he can see, he can run , he can jump. He doesn't bump into walls. I'm trying hard not to be angry right now. If you don't want a dog, fine, there's plenty of options. Not this.16 yrs and he got 6 months of love. Thank you for giving him that .

[@grinch12342001]

The former owner deserve life time jail. He stole these little dogs whole life. So heartbroken

[@grinch12342001]

@Ben Lurie this innocent dog has more value than people like you

[@lynniepoo7334]

I can't stop crying. So happy he had a little time being loved...

[@ninjahyper6313]

You are truly amazing! I can't imagine what this poor baby has gone thru. You definitely are his angel. Bless you heaps and heaps.

[@shirleywagar5707]

Oh that poor dog. I am so glad you adopted him and am giving him all the love and help he so needs. Hope you all have a wonderful life together. Much ❤ to you all.

[@jolyn2133]

He’s absolutely precious!! I don’t know how people can treat animals so terribly! Thank you for giving him a loving home ❤️

[@X-Prime123]

They are heartless.

[@lauraforman1828]

People are heartless a--- holes. Somehow this will come back to whoever did this. I would do anything to be that sweet little dogs forever mama.

[@shannon_w.]

Atlas is FINALLY NOW living his BEST life!!!! He has the best Mommy in the world 😊❤️

[@Felatelist]

Apparently you haven't heard. Atlas is with Zeus.

[@sherrybuFitness]

Thank you for rescuing Atlas. What a horrible situation he was in. Thanks for showing him love and freedom.

[@okiedokie8534]

Thank you for saving Atlas!! This was one of the best cry's this old cat lady has ever had! No animal deserves to be in a crate under any circumstances minus moving, in my opinion. I think what you've done and are doing is wonderful and will always remember Atlas's story! Thank you for being a great and compassionate human being!!

[@moochduo5285]

Big shout out to the folks who saw this dog and reported it to authorities. Atlas found his forever after because those folks gave a damn to get him out of there. And to Atlas' first owners.... I hope you get help.

[@skylinebright9059]

It’s so heartbreaking to see a dog get treated like that, now he’s finally safe n loved by a lovely lady he truly deserves ❤️💕💗

[@debracrider3348]

Saw

[@tpilot_error404]

Why only caring about dogs ? Any clue how confined a sow lives ? Or the rabbits to test shampoo on ?

[@tjp_real]

Who ever did this to this dog, i hope someone will find and kill that piece of shlt. Put him/her in a small box, for the rest of their scum life.

[@Bella-fz9fy]

I don’t think there’s even a need for crates!Just carriers for transportation.

[@juliecopelandbarrows2971]

He's just soaking up all the love.

[@lewiscarrol3586]

Thank GOD for people like you.