Here's what happened to Macy the Skinny German Shepherd | Pupdates

[@samiamisme]

I happened to see this pop up in my feed and I have to watch so I never take her for granted. You'll be happy to know that this week commemorates 3 months that she's been with us. It's a wild ride. She is no longer the little toughie desperate street dog. She finally got full. Lol. Now she is a lady of leisure and sophistication. She eats carefully now and will walk away from food if she's had enough. And she now understands that ladies of refinement accept food in a gentle manner. 😊 On the flipside, she looooves playing in water and is a big tomboy digging in the dirt even though mommie says that's a nono. She still prefers outside to inside, even if it's 100 degrees. Lil miss is often sunning herself eating her favorite bone. I still don't have her exact weight. The vet's scale was broken!!! I am guessing she is about 60ish pounds. She's basically double the size she is here in this video. She continues to improve on her training every day (& mom too!). She is the sweetest, intelligent, has a big sense of humor and still loves her meals even if she leaves some for later. She is quirky as all get out in the best possible way. She is afraid of the water hose even though she dunks in the pool. She is even afraid of towels. Bathtime will be real soon. And you know she will make sure I get my fair share of wet. 😂 Mel what's your secret? You're the best❤ She still works the whine. She's a bigtime daddy's girl (jealous!) And she uses that whine and he just melts. She is my shadow too. Girl power! We just love her so darn much I can't stand it. I can never thank you all enough for taking exemplary care of my sweet girl. Massive group effort I know. We've been blessed by you all. ❤❤❤

[@rockykanaka]

You are so amazing! Thank you for saving her. ❤️🤙

[@samiamisme]

P.S. The Dog Mom Guilt is real. She is never far from my mind. I worry over her all the time. I worry I'm not doing enough, or doing things right, how can I make sure she stays happy and healthy, and I worry that she won't gain all her confidence that she deserves to have. Once she feels 100% confident in her self and in us, there will be no stopping her. I can't wait to see that. But I worry. She gives me those sad puppy dog eyes. The girl knows how to work with what she's got! I cannot resist. Dad is no better. Lol. She's a clever, sneaky girl. ❤ does anyone else have mom dog guilt?

[@samiamisme]

​@@rockykanakaback atcha!

[@megansikorra2892]

What a sweet Pupdate II, the sequel! :) I do dog walking and child care, and unless there's reason to suspect maltreatment, of course, I always say to parents that that guilt isn't necessarily a sign you're doing something wrong, it's probably a sign that you're the most invested person in their life, thus, well qualified. Thanks for providing her the happy ending we all craved.

[@samiamisme]

Thanks Megan that's very kind. I appreciate it. ❤​@@megansikorra2892

[@kayeb7809]

Rocky I decided to give you some positive affirmation. You are a good boy, you are loved by all your internet fans. We are glad you’re here and you deserve all the praise you get on here. ❤️

[@JilSpangenberg-ys7fz]

And when one is lost... it is NOT your fault.

[@YeahNah100]

Rocky is the best boy! ❤

[@cherylelane8761]

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[@elendilnz]

Rocky, you are wonderful ❤

[@msscoutshadow]

Awe that is AWESOME!! He's an awesome guy! 🥰👏❤️

[@Auqua1973]

I am in tears about Valerie. I don't understand how anyone can starve such a sweet animal and be the one responsible for it. That makes me so angry. She was a sweet girl.

[@tracyfrederick5606]

Omg she reminds me of my Susie. I fell in love immediately.

[@JacGBoots1]

🎉same

[@nicholascerasoli173]

Valerie was a sweet girl

[@lisaarnold1099]

Still crying even though we've moved on to Arthur.

[@kristiross8751]

Yes. It definitely pisses me off to no end, that someone could do that to an animal.

[@antoniamacias5920]

Again, can we please get some money together to send Mel to a spa?? She does so much for these sweet babies and she deserves a spa day ❤❤

[@lori8485]

If you can organize this somehow, I would donate!

[@emilyh.9240]

Great idea! ❤️

[@Singlespeedjo]

I would donate too

[@antoniamacias5920]

I don't know how to organize for stuff like this though? Like I wouldn't know how to get it to Mel. Any suggestions would be great!

[@lori8485]

@rockykanaka Can you help us do this for Mel?

[@Sushigirl-s5b]

It never ceases to amaze me how dogs can be starved, beaten, abused and yet they still love us humans. Rocky you and your team are wonderful.

[@StephanieHall-r3n]

@@Sushigirl-s5b I don’t know what is in a dogs makeup but I have never met or heard of a dog that can’t forgive.

[@helenirving4788]

I couldn’t watch Macy without bawling. It is so heartbreaking to see her so skinny and the whimpering just broke my heart. Thank you so much for all your efforts to get the help she needed and all the people and organizations stepping up to help. God bless you in all your endeavors!

[@lisaarnold1099]

Me either and now I can't stop crying about Valerie 😢

[@elizabethveverka5738]

@@helenirving4788 I was crying, too. So very heartbreaking to be that hungry... and starving 😫

[@proudgrandma63]

People who do this to our furbabies shouldn't ever be allowed to adopt pets ever!

[@angelakoppang4573]

Her cries when you started to pet her just breaks my heart. That poor baby😢.

[@takkamek]

Losing Valerie hurts a lot, but you're right, she got to leave this world loved. And any kind of love, no matter how brief, matters ♥♥

[@Celaeno725]

I think it would be really cool to turn Sitting With Dogs into an organisation with chapters all over the country. It would be so helpful if more shelters saw even a fraction of the success you've had with AFV!

[@cantanaboucher3496]

Thank you for making so much good happen.

[@samiamisme]

@@Celaeno725 I love this idea

[@patriciagrenier9082]

Great ❤idea 🙏

[@melviniarobinson1795]

Great idea

[@bethfordham3085]

THIS.....❤❤❤❤❤

[@kitkat5339]

I adopted an adult boxer who’d been used for breeding then dumped on the street. She’d been in foster care for months and you could still count every bone along her spine and all her ribs. She was a paunchy potato when she passed away some years later. I’ll never, ever regret adopting her, spoiling her and helping her learn to dog. Adoption is the way.

[@Barbara-e7d5u]

I adopted my dog eleven years ago. I recognized the reaction with Macy when she met her owner because that was exactly how Lucy reacted to me. She knew she had found a very trainable owner and she graciously allowed me to share her life. Still with me and still loved.

[@samiamisme]

@@Barbara-e7d5u that's lovely. I'm so happy you had had so many years together

[@thereseramey7743]

Still crying over Valerie, such a sweet pup who deserved so much more! RiP! Run free and healthy over that rainbow 🌈

[@leslie1010]

I know. That hit me hard, made me think of losing my last dog.

[@thereseramey7743]

@leslie1010 I cried for over thirty minutes my eyes are tearing up now. It breaks my heart as dogs are the most unconditional loving beings on earth. My dogs are family my 13 yr old blue healer is sleeping right beside me in bed now where he has sleep since I rescued him.

[@emilyh.9240]

Hearing about her really hit my heart, the poor baby. 😭

[@patmitchell6260]

I just watched this and I am heartbroken about Valerie 💔 She was the Sweetest Soul. I just hope she is running around with my Moose on rainbow bridge 🌈 I know he brought Shadow to us. He was going to be euthanized. He does alot of the same things my last dog did.

[@AstonVantage8]

I got teary eyes every time I see Valerie’s video. She showed how sweet she was when she tried so hard to get up and approach Rocky despite her frail condition. Life is just so unfair sometimes 😢

[@mzritamarie4357]

German Shepherds are beautiful, wonderful dogs. I cannot imagine the cruelty of these people to allow her to get in the shape she was in. Thankfully, she has a loving family now.

[@chriscowan7883]

I feel the same about how people can be cruel to any animal! It makes me so sad, but mostly, very angry!!!!!!

[@Phil-n1p]

​@@chriscowan7883 It makes me feel hatred for humanity, to treat animals in such a fashion, everyone knows what dog spelled backwards is . Such gifts from God so many do not deserve. 😔

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

I testify to that.....GSD' s are unbelievably great!😊❤❤❤

[@ceasarsaran8573]

Maybe someone died and she was stuck. That happened to someone I know. I wont go into details.

[@Phil-n1p]

@@ceasarsaran8573 Or lose all their money , forced into a no pets condo or apartment. I lost my cat because of it , haunted for past 14 years . Loved him more than anything , anybody . Judge not lest ye be judged.

[@heathersmith4255]

I’m so thrilled about Macy! Those cries just melted my heart into pieces. And Valerie…I just had high hopes that she would make it out and into a loving home but you are absolutely right in saying that she did live long enough to feel loved and cared for. After our black lab of 14 years passed, we cried every day for a week before running to the rescue and we found our Chow/German Shepherd mix in a similar state. It just hit our hearts and brought her home. She was found in the desert, emaciated, with 8 puppies. Her owner was found but turns out she was no longer wanted when she got pregnant. When we love an animal, it is for life. I truly respect what you do and how big your heart is. What you do is truly a big deal. Thankful to find this channel.

[@rosannemcdonald2607]

Holy moly ! We have the $6.99 mix n match coupon here so we get 3 mediums for $ 1:10:33 21

[@KD-bh2ju]

i have a chow/GSD rescue, too! he is the best boy in the world, and no amount of time with him will ever be enough. i can't imagine just dumping him because i got pregnant or my life changed. 💔 Macy's cries break my heart and remind me of the early days with my puppy. Macy is clearly a very special girl and her family are so blessed to have her. i know that i'm incredibly blessed to have found my baby.

[@stephaniegeer1691]

Agree.thank you. 🐾❤✌

[@heathersmith4255]

@@KD-bh2ju That’s amazing!! So happy you rescued that good boy! There are so many incredible babies that need loving homes. We just love our Chow/GSD too. She’s such an angel. Stay wonderful and give your pup a big kiss from me! 🥰

[@karenkemp2868]

❤ she's beautiful and so sleepy, ready to be loved.

[@cajunalabamaman]

As a GSD dad I am so saddened to see this poor baby. As calm as she shows she was once someone's baby. Thank you, the shelter for caring and especially the caring mom who adopted her. I am so thankful of the outcome of MACY!

[@13zounds]

Mel is so present. I think that’s part of her superpower. As soon as the dog was in the wash basin it was like rock was invisible. She and the pup had their own little love bubble and they were just building it. So beautiful God bless you Mel. God bless you Rocky and everyone who helps.

[@Decanta]

People crying doesn't always move me, but dogs crying breaks my entire heart 😢

[@Sunbirdfl]

I’m totally with you on that her crying made my heart hurt…. ☮️💔

[@jackmarshall2496]

Not going to lie I was near balling with Lucy now I'm actually balling now I've heard of Valerie

[@lynneborner5148]

I feel the same way

[@DFBurgermeister]

I adopted an emancipated Pug. He was found wandering on the streets and brought to the local shelter by a Good Samaritan where a rescue picked him up. He was chipped, but when they tried to contact the owner, they found out she had passed away almost a month earlier. Her relatives didn’t want him, so I got lucky and he’s part of my family now.

[@elizabethstolle1793]

Bless you💓💓

[@jaydaozenen4830]

Omg bless u❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@eeg122]

Bless your heart.

[@zoey1811954]

❤🙏

[@lidiaochoa4193]

❤❤

[@heatherburrell]

Valerie passed knowing that her life was worth it, that she was someone. She felt safe, and she felt loved. Valerie was not alone, having amazing people by her side, and that's huge! Thankyou for showing us these lives and helping every animal you can. Run In Paradise, sweet Valerie, over the Rainbow Bridge 🌈🐶

[@suzieg9076]

😢😢😢❤

[@elisagriscom6728]

Oh I didn't know. Valerie was a sweet, beautiful, good girl❤️❤️❤️

[@debh5780]

Sad to hear about that !!!

[@cheryldolan9914]

♥️🤗🙏

[@cheryldolan9914]

♥️

[@joycebrown1567]

Thanks for helping Maisy!!!!

[@ItsKrma00]

Wow! So generous Joyce ❤

[@brendaschmelter5823]

Valerie was so blessed to know all the love that you, beautiful generous souls, lavished upon her in the end days. Who could ask for more. xo... Thank you for everything you do, for all the love you share.

[@AstonVantage8]

Rocky, you thanked everyone but yourself for nursing Macy back to health and putting her in a wonderful forever home. So, thank you from the bottom of my heart, for giving Macy and the others a much deserved second chance and giving me hope in humanity. And love the updates ❤

[@LindaPiet]

We’ve bout\\bought GSDs and once a retriever together. My Retriver was a very jealous dog…never again. Back to GDS forever

[@deenamiller3095]

😊

[@annaraven]

I'm just in tears - so happy for Macy/Lucy! When she immediately started licking Shrri's face, I knew it was meant to be!

[@marciatrapuzzano8742]

This made me cry. Hearing her sob just broke my heart. I’m glad she’s there. Thank you Rocky for sitting with her and lovingly touching her.

[@emthomson2038]

ALEXIS IS LIKE A SUPER HERO SIDEKICK. SHE ADDS SO MUCH POWER TO THE SITTING STORIES.

[@samiamisme]

Alexis is amazing! She works hard and is so friendly. She and Rocky (Kelly too) make an amazing team. I really enjoyed meeting them. She even followed up a few times to make sure Lucy was adjusting well. ❤❤❤❤

[@carolmckee8456]

I love the way Rocky gets so tickled when a shut down pup makes the tiniest progress.

[@skreis1867]

Mel is such a super hero. Can you imagine how comforting that bath had to be for Macy?

[@thenightporter]

I burst into tears when I saw how Macy/Lucy see her mom for the first time. She just KNEW. ❤ That is how my (rescue, GSD mix) dog acted the first time we met. She had been up for adoption for 5 months. We were destined to be together because it is amazing that she was not snatched up right away. She was the perfect fur child.

[@samiamisme]

I'm a big believer in everything happening for a reason. We are truly blessed to have her.

[@TehBuggy]

I agree, it looked like Lucy knew in her heart as soon as she saw Sherri “THERE’S my mummy! I’ve been looking for you!” I’ve said it before, but I genuinely believe in some sort of soulmate connection between certain animals and humans, and fate will fight to bring them together 💜

[@PeggyWard-t7d]

Jo

[@samiamisme]

@@TehBuggy the feeling was mutual!

[@melindashavis2886]

I am so sad for Valerie 😢 Rest and peace precious Valerie. My heart BREAKS

[@MaryKirby-f4q]

Thanks! I love Valerie!!!!

[@SiriusGoddess555]

Macy is an amazing dog. Even with all she’s been through, she doesn’t have single mean bone in her. I complain about little things in life. She’s teaching me a life lesson. She needs to be the only dog of a family.

[@samiamisme]

@@SiriusGoddess555 she is

[@karenkubik7779]

When I saw Valerie, I just had a sense she wouldn’t make it…but she was so soulful. Beautiful eyes

[@Goldenaussie1213]

Macy is why I joined. Thank you to everyone involved in restoring her to health. I will forever love her, now Lucy. To see Lucy with her hooman mom Sherri has made my day. Me and my husband are mom and dad to two rescue pups so my heart really wept, but now rejoice over Lucy. Lucy, you go girl, you are forever loved.❤

[@rockykanaka]

Amazing! Thank you

[@Goldenaussie1213]

You are very welcome!

[@barbarastephenson6885]

Please love, hug her. She is so sweet. Thank you. 🙏 she deserves a good life.

[@SueBoo2]

1:20 💔. Thank goodness Macy is thriving now!💝

[@Claudia_from_Germany]

Same here. I wanted to help her so much. Happy I joined 🥰

[@rockykanaka]

Thank you so much for being on this journey with Macy you helped save her life ❤🙏

[@jaydaozenen4830]

Ikr she’s so sweet😊

[@deejay7823]

Lot's of Love n Respect to you all ❤❤ Blessings

[@nexo3524]

3RD COMMENT btw I also commented before you heheheh >:)

[@sharitalbert5822]

This touched my heart !! She is a beautiful dog. Love Macy !!

[@l.b.5892]

Thank you Rocky for saving Macy 💕

[@KuroHetametal]

❤Rest in Peace, Valerie. You're a very good girl.❤️

[@paulinewilson613]

Poor sweet Valerie, my heart breaks just to think what that sweet girl had been through but no more pain and mistreatment for her. Arthur is a gem, you can see the heartbreak written all over his beautiful face, I hope he finds the wonderful home he deserves. You do a wonderful job Rocky, thank you for caring so much for our four legged babies

[@IAmWithinEverything]

Valerie’s passing hurt my heart

[@TheFromage]

Same 😞

[@rockykanaka]

I know 😔 but she left this world loved ❤️🙏

[@lildebboston455]

Mine 2. 😔🙏🐾🌈

[@melissacrapser8219]

Oh noooo, I missed this☹️🥺 so love what they do

[@rosemariemann1719]

@@lildebboston455 And me, So terribly sad😢😢😢 Can't help crying..😢🐕. Wish I had more money, would love to help, as all you wonderful people do every day🙂. Love from England.💙. 🇬🇧🙂🐕😢💙🌈🌹🇬🇧

[@camperera8112]

Ahh man it broke my heart to hear that Valerie didn't make it but she was shown love before she died.

[@pamelaforth7820]

I have always rented larger apartments with my husband. Then our dogs passed of old age, and I moved into a one bedroom spartment where I couldn't keep a dog. Now, thanks to the Emotional Support Animal law (and 20 years in the military), I can adopt a small dog to join me in my very small, one bedroom apartment. I have just enough room for a little buddy willing to watch my six.

[@JDignum]

❤❤❤

[@estherdaoust12]

❤ a friend of ours will adopt a Germain Sheppard!!! He is truly excited about it ... we cannot wait for him to be home with us!!!

[@Liza-w4n]

You are a very special person with a big heart ❤️. Thank you for all that you do for these dogs .

[@MaryLouCoursen]

First I want to thank you for your Service you gave my heart peace through the years, what you did mattered. I am happy you have a Buddy to watch your six and I am positive you are watching their six too💕⚓️🦅🇺🇸

[@MaryLouCoursen]

When I saw her walking in circles it reminds me of a tied up dog, sweet baby

[@BrendaPowell-q1t]

My heart breaks over Valerie.💔 😢 I am so very thankful their are so many Earth Angels who care about all of these dogs! 🥰

[@mildredmorine745]

I couldn’t hold back the tears. She was crying because she finally felt safe. She was finally allowed to let her guard down not be so guarded she allowed herself to the pleasure to relieve some of that build up emotion by crying. You are such a special person to do what you are doing for them, gaining their trust by your patience, understanding. I cannot thank you enough for what you do for them. Thank you for caring, sharing.

[@mythbuster4880]

My female GSD is 100 lbs. Undoubtedly a tad overweight, but to see this poor sweet girl a total skeleton turned the tear factory on full blast. What monster did this to her??? I hope she goes to a good home and that she doesn't have kidney or other organ complications from such malnourishment 🤞 She is SO sweet. Crying in your lap, telling you her heartbreaking story. They're so vocal to begin with, she definitely has a LOT to say. What a friendly sweet girl. Hope you can find her the right person to help her heal and give her a well deserved forever home💔

[@markhamstra1083]

100 lbs is more than a tad overweight for a female GSD. The largest females should be about 70 lbs.

[@wolfysays6311]

48:45 - Macy's adoption

[@magidog8582]

🌹

[@amichaels1871]

WOW, the way Macy & Sherry just GRAVITATED to each other like LONG LOST family...😭❤🌠

[@samiamisme]

You made me cry. I feel we were meant to be 🥰

[@whiteshoos]

​@@samiamisme Thank you for being Lucy's new mom. Her video was also one of the first ones after finding this channel and I kept thinking about her, hoping she would be healthy and happy and loved. Seeing this update is everything I hoped for and I actually cried when I saw you two meet for the first time. May you and her have a great future together and may she be a blessing for you as much as you are for her. Thank you for taking care of our girl ❤

[@samiamisme]

@@whiteshoos thank you so much. She is a special girl. She has saved me and turned my life around 180 for the better. She gets me up and staying up through the day. Weboth look forward to her training sessions. I cannot wait to get her fully in the pool. She loves water but needs someone to hold her paw I think before she will be convinced of getting all the way in. I think she has great dock diving potential. We'll see 🤞💖💖💖

[@kimcaudle125]

Thanks for saving Macy!

[@magidog8582]

thanks

[@mimibon7081]

Oh beautiful Valerie RIP. My heart is broken but I'm so glad your final days wete full of joy and love Now you can finally rest in perfect peace ❤

[@Carte-Blanche-NZ]

Valerie was such a beautiful doggy and such a pretty face and lovely personality. I will never understand how people can let this happen. Our dogs are our babies and we have RESPONSIBILITIES! Thank heaven she experienced so much love and care before she crossed the rainbow.

[@zirkeline2231]

😢🙏🐕💕

[@ycatvon]

Thank you for adopting Macy!! It was a miracle.

[@donhumes9465]

Were there any enforcement on fining or people put in jail for animal cruility which is one year in prison?

[@samiamisme]

@@donhumes9465 for Macy/Lucy there was no owner to pursue any legalities. I'm not sure about poor sweet Valerie.

[@annfern]

What’s it all about? I named my fur baby Alfie ❤️ 😊

[@lokiwolfgirl1855]

I full on sobbed for Valerie. Rest in peace beautiful girl. You deserved so much better ❤❤❤

[@SandraPerkins-h7l]

Hearing that, Valerie died made me cry. Thank you for helping her❤❤❤

[@yorkshirelass8786]

I know this is an older video but I wanted to contribute to your cause. The work you do is amazing, you and all the people helping these dogs are their guardian angels ❤

[@susanjoycesabo8450]

Boy, Macy (Lucy) hit the jackpot! Her new home is a palace with a lovely swimming pool and grounds. All the best to those fine folks and animals.

[@luvthyself2041]

I’m so happy Valorie knew she was loved. This update made me smile and cry my eyes out 😢

[@Chelbsn]

Oh my heart 💔 I'm so sad to hear of Valerie's passing... She deserved a life that was so much kinder. I'm grateful she was able to know love before she left this world

[@janetgillett7122]

Rest up in the heavenlies sweet Valerie! This really touched me to the core, I lived on Maui for 13 years and had 4 Great Danes, Koa, Tiffany, Hiapo and Kahu! She’s free now and hopefully has packed up with my babies♥️ Thank you for all you do, mahalo nui loa Rocky and crew!

[@Juli-ge4yp]

My heart is absolutely breaking for Valerie. I hope she wasn't in pain and that she did feel loved.

[@rachelhartleben2912]

I absolutely love the lady that adopted Macy/Lucy! What a match!

[@samiamisme]

We love you back!

[@erikaiverson4122]

Thank you Sherri! We’re all so glad you found each other!

[@TehBuggy]

Sending love over the rainbow bridge for Valerie, and all the pups like her 💜 I believe that sometimes an animal fights to hold on just long enough to have a peaceful goodbye. They don’t want to die alone and starving and scared, but once they get to that safe and loving place and they know they can’t win the big fight, they peacefully let go. And as sad as it is, I think sometimes the greatest gift we can give to is tell a suffering animal *“It’s ok, we love you, you did so good. If you need to let go, it’s ok. You are safe, you are loved, and you can rest now.”*

[@doloresreynolds8145]

Thank you for putting this so nicely into words.

[@DebbieWright-oz3yc]

Poor little Valerie. I went through this with my dog Lucy, she passed in 2018. I miss her so bad🥲😇🙏🏻🌸❣️

[@DebbieWright-oz3yc]

I’m so sorry Valerie. I’m glad you were loved!!❣️❣️❣️🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@zirkeline2231]

😢🙏🐕❤

[@jilcooper9619]

She’s precious!! So lively given her initial condition. I worked as a volunteer until I met an 11 year old, terribly underweight, and traumatized. I took her home wanting to get her back to health and let her pass in a home. She lived another 6 years!! Died happy and loved while her best friend was staying with us which helped my grieving tremendously 🐾💕

[@amymbeauty8765]

Aww, I love that ❤ I found a cat in the same condition when I was a volunteer. He was 9 and was traumatized from his elderly owner passing and him ending up in a shelter. We were going to adopt a kitten but absolutely couldn't leave him, so we got a kitten. And him, lol. Best decision! We weren't sure how long he would live, but he had the biggest turn around out of the shelter and with the kitten that he lived and thrived for another FOURTEEN years and almost outlived the kitten lol. Rescues are just the best!

[@nwmee]

​​@@amymbeauty8765That's great! Thank you for rescuing both!

[@lindanichols125]

@@amymbeauty8765 wow!!! you really did save the cat's life! He lived until he was 23 years old. Bless you for rescuing him and giving him such a loving and happy life. ❤❤🙏

[@deeSK8er]

Mel is such a compassionate amazing person. I love to watch her. She is priceless, a real keeper. Thank you Mel for all you do …👏👏❤️❤️🐾🐾

[@MarilynMelendezG]

This breaks my heart, poor baby. She deserved better than what she got. Thank you for doing what you could for her.

[@cali524]

So very sorry about Valerie 😢

[@michellewei7349]

I adopted a 3 yr old dog that came up from South Carolina. He was part of a police raid on a house. The owner went to jail. His THREE dogs went to a HUGE 4000 dogs a year shelter! What I learned is that they didn't know how to play with other dogs. I got one of them. He likes to run and play with me... chill around the house with people... but is quite selective with other dogs and otherwise doesn't even know how to play! He's friendly enough and indifferent. I LOVE him! My Richie! Macy/Lucy reminds me so much of my Richie!

[@samiamisme]

Sounds like a wonderful guy. Definitely having to teach what everything is, every noise, what's behind every door (everytime it opens), how to play and have fun. That's half the joy is seeing her explore and react to various things and people.

[@merricat3025]

I bring my dog tovdog park (about once aweek)Dogs pick their friends. They have personalities. My dog doesn't play with all dogs, but there are dogs she likes and plays with. We as people don't hang out/play with all people. Why should dpgs be any different?

[@artbrownsr]

Re guarding Arthur 's situation, I am elderly retired on ssa, so my kids support ! I had to move to another community 300 miles from where I was living, the only living space was an apartment that absolutely denied pets. We had a cat that had decided she was ours, I had to find her a new home within a week. I did and she accepted her new owner. That was almost 18 months ago. I still miss Muse, and want to move to a house that we can have a pet. Situations sometimes decide for you. BTW my name is Arthur.

[@samiamisme]

@@artbrownsr Arthur, I hope you get your wish soon. I agree that when circumstances take the control away from you it is very frustrating. I hope you will get your house and a few adopted friends to keep you company. Cheers! Sherri

[@christopheralan4845]

You are absolutely right. They are not a piece of furniture you leave behind. They are family; family forever.

[@meeofcourse4152]

Those poor pups likely appreciate the softness and quiet.... Finally. Able to rest, to sleep, without worrying about anything else bothering them. So much love to all of them. All but one of our fur babies have been rescues. Twelve pups and kits in all to date. 🤗❤️

[@silky0439]

I would no more give up on a dog than I would give up on a child.❤❤❤ They are so worth it. Such unconditional love

[@christinemizeabbott3723]

We rescued a 9yr old French Bulldog that had been used for breeding. She was almost as emaciated as Macy. She's a Wonderful dog.

[@joycespecht3038]

Sherri is an angel in disguise. Thank you Sherri and Rocky for being such angels for Lucy.

[@aprilstearns9104]

I'm so sorry to hear about losing Valerie. Thank you to all who gave her so much love in her last days. 💔🌈

[@bettinat.nicassio-flammia7672]

You know I’ve moved all over the world and if I couldn’t take my animals with me, I don’t go. It’s real simple and my husband husband was in the service and that’s exactly what I told them so there’s no such thing as you can’t take them with you I calledbull on that.tell the truth

[@ValentinaSangalli-j7o]

I'm over the moon knowing that Macy has found a fantastic family because she is a very sweet dog full of love who will fill their days with joy and happiness best wishes Macy you deserve it ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@KathiStrunk-p8x]

So happy Macy found her forever home and became Lucy!

[@Marndarrr]

Have you ever had to be strong through suffering for so long that eventually a simple hug opens up a floodgate to the needed healing sobs? That’s what I thought of when Macy cried.

[@RatdogDRB]

What a great ending for Macy's story. And I was really pulling for Valerie, she was so sweet and gentle. She ended her life with a full belly, warm/dry, and experiencing love. That's what a dog can only hope for in life. Nice to hear Arthur got to be reunited with his humans. He's a GOOD boy. God bless you, Rocky, Kelly, and Alexa.

[@zirkeline2231]

Your heartwarming words about Valerie made me cry😢🙏

[@norma-jeabarsh5266]

Hi Rocky, I understand your concerns about Arthur the dog being returned to the shelter. Here are some hard truths: For many of us who are renting, it's extremely difficult to find landlords willing to accept dogs, especially those over 40 lbs. (some landlords have been burned). The situation is compounded by high non-refundable pet fees and limited housing availability. I almost faced this myself a few years ago. Thankfully, my coworkers and friends helped me find a rental that allowed me to keep my pets. It was tough, but I managed to keep my babies. Now, my dog is 7 years old, and I had my miss kitty for 12 years in total. Her name was actually Precious. Thank you so much for sharing your videos.

[@tambinia7777]

That's what's responsibility is, think about this before you get a dog!!!. Arthur❤ was so sad and afraid😭💔

[@lorrainemjavorsky6140]

My tears fall as I write this. Valerie’s journey has me recalling a time that I rescued an older kitten. I heard this cries, pangs of helplessness, pleading for assistance in their most fearful moments. I found a cat (about 1 yr old) in such a fearful state, emaciated and near death. I brought the young feline to a vet, and gave them my credit card. This kitty rallied but never was able to over come the desperation of being alone.

[@joycespecht3038]

Her crying just breaks my heart, it takes so much for a dog to show their pain. Thank you for getting her out there for people to learn about her story

[@IOSARBX]

Rocky Kanaka, Your videos always brighten my day, so I subscribed!

[@Knittingwithnoodles1]

I remember Sherri commenting and thinking 'Yes! This is the person for this dog.' Some things are just meant to be. I believe God puts us where we need to be and that's what he did here.

[@caseycronan9217]

My pittie was found as a puppy in similar condition. The shelter did a great job getting him healthy enough to be adopted. ❤️These days he’s my majestic little Cookie Monster.

[@grlwattzUP]

I rescued my GSD Diesel from a Home Depot 5 years ago, or should I say he rescued me. He looked exactly like Macey when I found him. Thank you for being there for all these doggos. God bless you!

[@debrafricano1486]

I am so happy for Lucy! Valerie is such a sweetheart. No animal should have to go through what they have gone through.

[@miriammorris2113]

You're right, Rocky! Anything is better with dogs. 🐕💕🐶💕🐕❣️

[@antoniamacias5920]

My heart breaks for Valerie. I'm glad she left this world with some love and comfort. But oh my gosh I was not expecting to cry, Valerie deserved better. And I'm so glad you got to be with her Rocky and spend some time with her

[@ArwenNMyrtlesMom]

It is soooo rewarding to go from literal count every rib skin and bones to having a little bit of a tum. You find a dog on your way home, what do you do? Grab your lost dog kit, bribe the pup into the car, and take 'er home to hang with the pack until we can go to our vet to check for a chip and reach out to the local shelters to let them know we have the pup. If the dog can hang with the House Queens, we will keep her until we find her family. Believe it or not, we don't really have strays, so the dog belongs to someody. She is such a beautiful girl! I wish nothing but pampering and spoiling from this day forward!

[@ArleneKing-ob7xr]

I’m so happy to read how Macy is doing so well. Thanks to her new family ❤ Thank you so much ❤

[@candacebouton5846]

RIP sweet Valerie. I’m so glad that you were shown so much love and left this Earth knowing that people really cared about you.

[@lilly-1724]

I was in tears when I heard she'd passed. But Rocky is right. She passed knowing love and being loved and safe and though still sad that realization lifted my heart. ❤

[@cladqueen8054]

Thank you Sheri!! And everyone !!

[@theresavancamp7575]

My Chi owns our home...and everything he sees. He believed me that first day when I said, "This is all yours, your home forever. Come in." A rescue so abused and fearful for his first 5 years even after 5 years of peace and being adored he still reacts to sudden loud or metallic noise. If only I knew everything he suffered. But he doesn't shake anymore or fall on his back in surrender, seeming to wait for punishment. When I tell him no I always pet him and tell him I love him. He gets it. He's the best behaved Dog I've ever known. I made him a sanctuary and he will go there many times to look out his window or nap. He's 10 years now and the best boy ever❤

[@meeofcourse4152]

Bless you for loving him

[@pamelaspooner7183]

Yep, similar with my husky mix, Beau. Lots of reactive issues so it’s workable. I’m his world and that’s ok. He is my boy and much loved.

[@anainesgonzalez8868]

I cried so much when Macy met her mom ❤

[@HLBear]

Arthur, such a sweet love. ❤ 😊 People who turn in pets break my heart. I'm glad they brought him in rather than abandon, but I can't imagine doing it. Thank goodness he got his mojo back with everyone's patient help.

[@barbarastephenson6885]

There needs to be a worldwide public education program on how to care for pets, they are a responsibility, and to turn them over if you cannot feed the or feel you will hurt them. It’s so wrong to let them go through this. ❤

[@tammywooley2635]

Some people want the dog but not the responsibility, i feel so bad for those animals

[@barbarastephenson6885]

@@tammywooley2635 me too. 💕

[@sandrahollinshead8713]

I think people have no idea how much work a dog takes when they take them on. They are great but they need a lot of attention and care. Xx

[@meeofcourse4152]

Way too true

[@katjathefranknfurter2374]

Same goes for children...

[@heycarrieann]

Thank you SO MUCH for the pupdate on Macy/Lucy! I don't have a lot to donate, but I did donate $10 for Macy, and I am SO happy she survived and landed in such a wonderful place. Thank you to EVEREYONE who helped her along her journey to wellness!

[@samiamisme]

That's very thoughtful. I know Rocky and team will put it to good use! 🥰

[@amichaels1871]

The backyard for Macy/Lucy looks like HEAVEN...❤🌠

[@tillysanders2593]

Heartfelt gratitude for all you do for these beautiful, innocent gorgeous souls / dogs , wishing you continued strength .. RIP beautiful Valerie, so incredibly sorry and heartbroken for your pain and devastating suffering .. Hope she is running free in heaven somewhere 💗🪽

[@robbielane2143]

Arthur, You are undoubtedly perfect ❤ Your forever people are right around the corner 😊 May Arthur know nothing but unconditional love, mirroring exactly what he gives 🎉❤

[@Pittymom]

Rocky, the news about Valerie is devastating !!! I can't stop crying and can only hug & kiss my 2 Pitties that Valerie reminds me so much of!!

[@karencreighton7939]

My daughter adopted a German Shepherd in similar shape to Macy. Simba was 35 pounds when they adopted him and was super anxious. He’s now a gorgeous 85 pounds and is completely attached and devoted to my daughter and her husband.

[@andy70d35]

RIP Valerie 😥 So glad Macy/Lucy got a new home, thank you so much Sheri.

[@pauladanko5928]

Thanks! I watched a few of your videos and am so glad Macy/Lucy found a home. I never had a dog but I appreciate dogs more and more. And I appreciate what you do.

[@jashman10]

My pleasure to help... It is an honor to join everyone in this amazing journey to save these wonderful living little souls from such pain, I absolutely love dogs but I am highly allergic and no treatments have ever helped hold off my asthmatic reactions.... But I sure can love them from afar right now until medical science meets me halfway LOL. Please continue this wonderful labor of love and I will enjoy all the love that's given to these wonderful doggies everyday. Thanks so much for letting me be a part of your wonderful work.. xo