I Adopted the Dog Nobody Wanted | 491 Days in the Animal Shelter | Meet Pollux

Meet Pollux! This is the dog nobody wanted. He lived his entire life, 491 DAYS, in the animal shelter! After hearing about Pollux and his story, I was heartbroken. So I adopted him! Pollux is now experiencing a new wonderful world in my home. I am so excited for you to meet him. I want to share this sweet boy's story and be part of his life as he learns how to be a good dog.
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[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

I am so in love with this guy....and I've only know him for a few days! You'll be seeing LOTS of him on my channel as we build a life together. Do you have a shelter dog? Any experience with a Border Collie? I would love your suggestions, comments, advice on how to make this transition as smooth as possible for both of us :)

[@sykomugwump]

Only just seen this so I really you hope you have settled in together I am living in England and have had Border Collies for many years if you need any advice only to happy to share what I have learnt over the years

[@wilmwilmink6695]

My dog is a australian sheepherd mix from a local shelter - romania dog sellers catched by the police and they under arrest now !

[@andrewandmarthasinclair179]

No, I am a dog lover, I hate cruelty with animals, I would love to have a dogs but my landlord dont allow animals so I hope to be able to buy a house one days to have a couple 🙂

[@lindawettach1423]

He also looks like he has. JRT ( Jack Russell Terrier )

[@tazmaniachill]

He doesn’t seem like we traditionally call a border collie in the UK they are usually black and white and are usually working dogs used in the farming community to herd sheep, intelligent and very loyal, as someone said “a happy collie is a tired collie” I’m happy to be corrected of course

[@nurism.8696]

Dogs have a short time in this world, please give them a warm and loving home for the rest of their lives.

[@80beanz]

In the scheme of things and comparable to our universe, we all do.

[@barryjohnson409]

😇😇😇

[@highcotton63664]

and kitties too :D

[@jacquessoubliere5826]

Nuris M. AGREED! You are so right! Dogs do Only have a Very SHORT TIME here. PLEASE give them the love , good food and good home they want and need! Thanks to everyone who is a BIG SOFTY ANIMAL LOVER. There’s a special place in heaven for you and your pets to be together and happy forever ♾

[@jacquessoubliere5826]

Dave Martani For his dogs to live that long shows they were Totally loved and super well cared for. GOOD JOB!

[@Mama420Redneck]

I adopted a severely abused dog 3 1/2 years ago. She changed my life in the most amazing ways! It took 3 years for her to fully relax... now, she doesnt wake up for treats even!! I cant imagine life without her... i saved her and she saved me!

[@gillymac9363]

Thank you. Wish you both lots of love xxxx

[@thestupid7281]

I got a puppy who was not taken care of properly and has some wounds. She is still recovering.

[@jamiejones9335]

Thanks for saving

[@shonareilly1902]

Funny how we think we're saving them & its actually us who gets the saving!

[@janetladd3105]

It is so odd that a dogs or a cat can fill that huge HOLE in our hearts & leave footprints we never expected to fill! God is good to us by getting the right animals to the right person...it just seems to “work out”. I believe there is a plan that for all of us...for the lonely pet & for those of us who have been left behind with our broken hearts! Give a pet a chance!!

[@Daaremikkel]

We just got a dog that had been in the shelter for 9 months. He is a wonderful fellow. Took about 3 weeks full-day work to get him out of his shell. So worth it.

[@freeheeler09]

Most dangerous thing you can do… go into a shelter or go to a shelter web page “just to look”. You wind up with a dog! I’ve had a few last resort dogs. We adopted Z the day before his appointment with the needle. Z was a pain for the first few months; he ran away, chased elk, got skunked and full of porcupine quills multiple times. And now, he is the best dog of our lives.

[@marieannlaforteza5603]

God repays blessings

[@justlivin404]

We wound up with two and already had a dog. They are all passed now, we only have one, but having 3 dogs was wonderful, a lot of work, but we miss having a pack.

[@williammacleod1569]

Or a loving cat!!

[@berlinbro6692]

not dangerous its love

[@royalacademy2877]

I adopted a cat who had been in humane society for 7 years. He was 2 weeks old when he came there. I couldn't let that continue. He's a lovely cat - been home for 4 weeks.

[@claireoconor7986]

Thank you for adopting your beloved cat!!! He won the lottery! Sending lots of Love and Light to both of you💓

[@gardenjoy5223]

7 years!? Poor cat. You are a wonderful person, to choose that cat!

[@chainamarie03]

@@gardenjoy5223 .....also think of all the 'alley cats' that ppl dump. I've never needed to adopt a cat from a shelter bc the alley are literally flooded with non spayed cats that are banished to live outside. Their very short lives are full of suffering.

[@gmhalmeoni2085]

Bless you and kitty.

[@chainamarie03]

@Charlene Nosugref We think a lot alike. All my furbabies were ferals when I trapped them....some before they had kittens. Like u I had to pay for their spay/neutering. The kitties need more persons like u who are caring & compassionate....esp toward animals.

[@TT-rz5td]

I started crying happy tears when the girls unrolled the gift.

[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

Me too!!!!! ❤️

[@SodaSiren]

So did I 💕

[@professormariadiaz]

saaaaame :,)

[@ilirkastevanovic7061]

Me too! Such a moving story. You are very nice people and Pollux looks so happy!!!

[@staraligned]

Same 😁❤

[@conniejenson4125]

Thank you so much for giving that precious boy a good home. He'll be so grateful!!!😊

[@sandiroush9615]

Thank you for adding Pollux to your family. He is in good and loving hands now. God bless your family!! 🥰❤️

[@ernstoud]

The fact you adopted this dog tells me you are a good person.

[@holayou2241]

Exactly. The fact that they have to be EXTREMELY patient with this dog, says a lot about their character ❤

[@adrianahinestrosa3518]

Well little by little you know her .remember her life was not easy !!!! 💁🏻‍♀️🇺🇸🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼♥️

[@user-py3mj6nd7dBianco]

Can't imagine why anybody didn't want him, he is a big fur baby. Bless your heart.

[@gracio1231]

Ζωή Συμεωνωφ in this video she will explain why nobody wanted this dog

[@jazherahmacmornna8670]

The only reason I can think of for no one wanting him is that Border Collie or Smooth Collie blood. They can be very intense and not to everyone's taste. But also, they seemed to be fated to be together. Fate was just waiting for her to be ready to get another dog!

[@primadeluxe4910]

High energy, anxious. It's sad, but I can see why. Few people are equipped to deal with other people's huge mistakes. I'm glad it worked out.

[@TT-rz5td]

I wondered the same thing. I think the reason why he was in the shelter so long was that she was waiting for this wonderful family to adopt him. I truly believe it was destiny.

[@aliciabarnett4337]

Breaks my heart. I’m so glad there’s people like you. Be patient with him.

[@elizabeththomas9723]

This warms my heart. I am a rescue dog person, foster parent and shelter volunteer. Thank you so much for opening your home to Pollux. Just remember the rules of 3s. 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn your routine and 3 months to start to be comfortable. Look forward to many happy updates. Taking a dog that has been in the shelter his entire life is s huge undertaking. Bless you…..Again my thanks from all of us rescue folks.

[@gengar_princess1085]

He’s beautiful can’t believe it took so long for him to get adopted

[@constantlycreating3148]

I know right!!!

[@ursulamullikin4723]

Difference is she loves dogs some people just get bored and go get one and then take it back if it doesn't do what they wanted to do I have never been without a dog until 4 months ago when I had to put my last one down

[@marciathehooligan3861]

Maybe God wanted him to be with this nice lady

[@LB-ou8wt]

Probably his fearfulness & shyness turned people off.

[@psychoteddyslxt]

yeah, he‘s really lucky cause some dogs i saw were in the shelter for like 5 years

[@tinachippas7075]

He couldn't have found a more loving, accepting home. Lovely people with big hearts.

[@nocturnally879]

Love your family...

[@barefootin79]

You and your family are amazing. Thank you for rescuing him and helping him learn how to be a dog.

[@ladyjames6135]

This is the sweetest story. Thank you for saving this pup, thank you for sharing with us and reminding us of our responsibilities when it comes to paying it forward.

[@mmc9828]

So cute! He won the lottery when you adopted him.

[@reneebarnes1957]

I said the same thing when my sister adopted a chihuahua mix. Zoe won the lottery!!

[@billolsen4360]

That Maxy looks like a great one too

[@jaimemedina3351]

Yes he did.

[@Lisa_Uncensored]

Why would no one want him he’s so handsome just a ball of perfection. He’s such a blessed dog you were meant to be his family.

[@marthabeimer890]

He was being held back for the family who found him, just at the right moment for him and for them. God works strangely but He is always loving us. All His creations are precious in His sight. He was watching over Pollux.

[@miamalone2398]

Martha Beimer precisely ☺️🙏

[@tay138]

Love you Lisa!

[@markmartin3152]

Dogs are a great gift to us. I had my little Jonny pass away a few months ago. I still have not completely recovered. Dogs aren't people but they are precious little lives that have feelings and love us. I think of all the precious memories with my dog and I will always cherish them. Dogs are simply wonderful.

[@SSaaNNddYY77]

What a lovely story! I teared up several times. I bet there are many just like him waiting for a special family like yours to adopt and love them. I think I need to follow you just to see him again! Thank you for taking him home!!! ❤

[@tallandthatsall3172]

Bless your hearts for giving this big baby a home... he is so cute... love him

[@kathydavis1983]

I adopted a dog no one wanted too. She was in the shelter for 8 years. Her whole life. Great dog!!

[@carmenl884]

Bless you ❤

[@charlesher.9508]

You're a hero thanks to you n god bless you both happily.

[@daCubanaqt]

8 years!!!! Aw, so happy the dog finally found a home!!

[@markcharney3556]

Thank you SO much for doing that! It is not always sweet and easy, but there is nothing kinder than giving someone lonely and helpless a loving home

[@wcstrawberryfields8011]

Omg. 8 years. That's incredibly terrible.

[@drivewayturtle65]

I just found this video and also just lost my big Pyrenees a few months back. He was so much like this dog! He once turned over a cake platter on my counter and ate a whole Angel food cake! Like you, I had no idea dogs would countersurf! Thanks for the laughs and the memories of my sweet boy.

[@professorroundbottom438]

How, HOW did this dog stay so long in a shelter? He's SO adorable! Well, it may have taken longer than makes any sense, but he seems to have landed in the right place!

[@onefeather2]

God bless you for caring and giving him a home.

[@johncoll4456]

Wonderful woman!

[@cindybaxter5310]

Im so happy god sent you for this wonderful fur baby!

[@robmcnaughton1086]

Thankyou for being his new mum

[@skk1711]

🙏

[@amandacook7922]

When you know you know. That is a member of your family you didn't know existed until you saw that picture. Thank you so much for listening to your instincts!

[@bryankampenhout5807]

That's exactly what it is the same thing happened to me with my pitbull . Have a dog your self Amanda ?

[@Jan-qq9xc]

This brought tears to my eyes. So sad that he spent so long in the shelter as a puppy, I thought they were the first to go. I’m so glad you adopted him. I’ll be watching more of HIS videos.

[@quintenputnam4578]

All that time in the shelter paid off. Pollux got the best most loving family!!!

[@stephenoshaughnessy2279]

He's a good looking dog. I'm surprised he spent that much time in the Shelter.

[@scottcurrie2032]

I thought the same

[@dorisdunn2218]

Such a shame that the shelter didnt take time to socialize him when he was a little puppy. Then he wouldnt have been so distant with people. He is lucky to have your family. Enjoy

[@MrsRyanna01]

Karen S This!!!! Soooo important! I’ve been volunteering at my shelter since I was 16 and am now turning 20. It’s such a fulfilling thing to do!

[@KattReen]

They probably didn't HAVE time because of a limited amount of staff and wanting to help as many dogs as possible.

[@mariaelenamartinez5743]

You’re just plain WONDERFUL, KIND, LOVING PEOPLE... We need many, many more people like you on this world! Thank u for sharing this video full of love, humor, and kindness... you got a new subscriber and fan!

[@chirelle.alanalooney8609]

Thank you do much for opening up your heart and soul to Pollux! He is a very sweet and gentle and wonderful dog, and I'm grateful and thankful that he went home with your wonderful people!! You are Angels! Love you for that! He will open up more to you the longer he feels completely safe and comfortable!!

[@Zyworski]

The only animal that I will own is a rescue animal

[@danielmcmanamon1818]

Me too

[@scorpio7938]

Agree i have always adopted my dogs

[@amramjose]

My last 3 dogs have all been rescue dogs; I had to put one down after 16 1/2 yrs, he gave us 12 years of love and laughs and mayhem and will be missed forever. The last two will be around for about 10 and 8 respectively. They are lots of fun, every one different from the previous one, each one with their own charm and qualities. I only wish I could adopt more. Good save, Pollux!

[@coffeenyc589]

🙋🏽‍♀️ here here. It has been the greatest journey ever!!

[@Zyworski]

@J E I negatively judge people who own dogs in general. I was attacked by a dog as a child and have developed a general disliking for the creatures. My family has owned many dogs but I do not develop the same level of relationship with them that I do with my cats.

[@paulavukonich7679]

All of my pets have been shelter rescues. There is a learning curve at first, but I am sure you will find Pollux to be a most faithful and beautiful companion.

[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

Pollux is my 4th shelter rescue....with the others all being Miniature Schnauzers. I'm figuring out the Border Collie part and they seem to be an interesting breed. Lots for me to learn!

[@seravt258]

The BEST ever

[@shaneluke346]

WHERE DID HE get the name POLLUX from ? Did he already have that name , or DID YOU name him? IF the shelter named him , personally I would have RENAMED him if possible , I think it depends on HOW OLD they are , because IF they they are used to one name , then it may COFUSE them as it's not like a PERSON changing their name , as you can call yourself what you want , you CANT change your SURNAME unless it is by DEEDPOLL or GET MARRIED

[@drina4706]

Thank you for adopting this little miracle baby, Pollux. He is just a lost baby. Animals are babies. They need to always be protected and loved.

[@nschilling3]

One of the most beautiful dog stories I’ve ever heard! Bless you for giving him the life he (and every dog) deserves! 💚

[@galescott8433]

love this story so much! thankyou for saving him! god bless! he is so beautiful!

[@RoyalFlush7096]

Me three!

[@karensmith9134]

He loves his mama, he knows who saved him.

[@alifmim3915]

Poor dog, all his life at the refuge, thank you for giving him a family, a wonderful and so loving mother and a wonderful father, the whole family is super nice, thank you

[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

Thanks for watching! Pollux is still adjusting to our home...but is getting more comfortable every day. He is such a sweetie!

[@ruthnewman965]

He looks like he has some Smooth Fox Terrier in him. Long, slim muzzle and colouring are right. They are the naughtiest, cleverest little dogs and so full of fun. Enjoy your gorgeous boy!

[@sondrasmith2691]

Of all your videos, this has to be my fav. I fell in love with Pollux. The Maxer had to grow on me, but he's just too cute and sweet as can be. Kudos to Mooey for being such a great "big-little" Bro to Pollux. What a pair they make! 😉

[@chrismorgan9153]

I adopted the runt of a litter of Black Labs. There were 8 puppies in all. The runt weighed 2.3 pounds, the rest of the puppies weighed between 16 and 20 pounds. I took my treasure home, and it took 18 months to nurse him back to health, because as soon as you fixed one problem, a more expensive health issue popped up. But, that baby was the light of my life for 11 years. I felt bad, because his siblings were all killed at the shelter. The runt who survived by eating his siblings' poop was the only one who made it out alive. Always adopt, and try to get the one who needs you the most, if you can. Like I said, he was a treasure.

[@SusanBrooklyn]

People who shop for their pets NEED to see this video. This is also why breeding cats and dogs needs to END!

[@PaulGuy]

If breeding ended, there wouldn't be any more cats and dogs.

[@BitterKatze]

SusanBrooklyn Some people need specific breeds for specific tasks. Adopt AND shop responsibly

[@redpanda2401]

Susan, I have no idea what your comment means in this YT context. The "Curly" family did not go shopping for a dog, they went to rescue one. Your comment to "stop breeding cats and dogs" ??? are you on drugs or of serious low IQ ?.....jeez, whats next on your hit list............ humans !!

[@Fairygoblet]

My family has had both. We got a shelter dog. Due to her health issues she didn't live very long after we got her. Before we got her a family friend who was a breeder gave us our first dog as a gift. Sometimes it's better for first timers to have a clean slate to work off of. Shelter dogs May, emphasis on May, come from a background of abuse, behavioral issues, or health problems. Dogs that are bred correctly grow up in a nurturing environment and are well socialized. It might be a better experience for them than bonding with a Shelter Pet and not being able to care for it properly. Our shelter dog with a sweetheart and we loved her to death, but she was a LOT of work. Very emotional, growled at everything, trauma basically her whole life. she didn't really have a home before she came to us, And she was actually pretty old! She was such a character. I miss her. Sometimes I think about all of the pain she must have suffered and how it took up most of her life. Our first dog, on the other hand, was the only as badly behaved is we allowed him to be. He got away with a lot more than he should! I'm telling this story not because I don't think you should adopt shelter dogs, but because I think you should be very careful about your options. there are ethical ways to find a breeder if you don't think of shelter dog as right for your family. Jenna Marbles is a KZbinr who has both breeder and shelter dogs , and she outlines the difference between her experiences with them pretty well. also, in some places, shelter dogs are actually hard to get , and shelters have waiting lists! They have to work really hard to find a dog somewhere else! Which is excellent news. My first dog is approaching his sweet 16. When he crosses the Rainbow Bridge one day , I hope his friend will be there. I hope someday to adopt from a shelter I'm going to do it when I'm good and ready.

[@SusanBrooklyn]

@@PaulGuy you're very ignorant to how many cats and dogs get put to sleep everyday if you believe that.

[@barbaradelaguila5360]

I love how gentle you are with him letting him come out of his shell in his own time. BEAUTIFUL

[@valerieobrien5521]

Why do American women SCREAM ? We English are not like that .

[@zozzledwolf4653]

@@valerieobrien5521 it's our freedom showing.

[@amazoniablue7572]

Agree! Me too! Its really wonderful to see someone being so gentle! Melts my heart

[@kimdespain5060]

@@valerieobrien5521 we scream because we can were strong women

[@Dragon-Slay3r]

​@@valerieobrien55215️⃣🦆🥄 😂

[@cherylmanatt8213]

I always enjoy your stories and especially the love you show to your dogs. I began watching you when you brought pollux home. He is so happy to have a family and he's a sweet dog.

[@brendaweathers6377]

He looks so much like my Sandy, she too is a rescue and scared of everything but the smartest and sweetest girl ever. I know yall love him

[@CharissaAlex]

I am literally wiping away tears as I ugly cry while my rescue dog sleeps under my blanket with me and my toddler.

[@beccabbea2511]

I know what he is. He's a Mongolian Mouse Hound. That was my mum's standard repley to dog snobs who wanted to know what our rescue dogs were. They were duly impressed. So there you go you probably have the only Mongolian Mouse Hound in the world. I bet Pollux only cares that you love him.

[@lentilgirl1603]

Wonderful comment Cedar !! Mongolian Mouse Hound. I will remember that..... Love it.

[@lanetterippeto3730]

Google Parson Russell terrier. He may be a mix because he is a little big for a terrier but his face and the little white line on his forehead. We have a parson Russell terrier and has some of the same quirky thins. His hair is super soft and he has the same Dottie tummy. .has Maddie always been the first Has Maxie always been the first dog? If so he thinks he dominant even though he is smaller. And their food is something they are very protective of our dog Abel. Also tears up his beds. The first night we had Abe. We slept in a room that w had not remodeled from the prior owners of the house. It had a linoleum floot so pee was ok. I slept on the floor beside him and noticed that he kept biting at hi new bed. After. Watching him. I noticed that when he moved around in the bed th static from the nylon stuffing in the bed would spark. And every time he saw or felt a spark he would bite at it and pull the stuffing out. He also tears all of his soft toys up that squeak. Abe was a little scared of his baby pool except when it was really hot. He would get in and stand. He never Tore anything up in the house, he did chew a small hole in the carpet but we were planning to replace with hardwood. Doggie door put treats on the other side and I would guess he will go through the door to get the favorite treat. I loved all of your videos. Dogs do teach other how to live in the house. Google. Parson Russell terrier

[@averagechadlegionary5824]

He’s a mongrel but I like your version better

[@chucku00]

Another good imaginary breed is Moluccan Shepherd.

[@rosalynne8792]

😅🤣😂👍🤗🇦🇺

[@Alice-lo9im]

Thanks for adopting polix. Please raise voice against euthanasia.

[@kodysmama]

This video has absolutely warmed my heart! Thank you for adopting Pollux and having the patience for him. You have given him a wonderful home and life!

[@debbieboykin816]

You have a heart of gold- can’t thank you enough for giving him a home and helping him -I really enjoyed this video - so heartwarming!!

[@evamarek5205]

Agree. He's beautiful!

[@mindysprosperi9422]

To be honest... I feel so sorry for "ugly" dogs that no one adopts. However, Pollus is beautiful. Hard to believe that no one adopted him before. A long wait but worth it !!

[@carolinehannah5188]

Mindy. No dog or animal is ugly.

[@judyholdaway6930]

Jeffrey Rawles vv

[@CoilCode]

On top of that he came into the shelter as a puppy. Must've been skittish from the start. The shy , reserved dogs seem to have trouble getting adopted.

[@foxwithsocks47]

She isn't saying there are ugly dogs, she put ugly in quotes.

[@sharonotoole5203]

There are no ugly dogs in my eyes

[@ilkaalmanza5441]

This video made me so happy.. Thank you for adopting him and for giving him the blessings of a real life and to experience real love..

[@carolynvines2027]

This just popped up in my recommended videos again; and it's like I'm watching it for the first time. I forgot how traumatized this sweet boy was in the beginning. The tears are flowing. He's such a beautiful boy. This is making me wonder if I'm finally ready to bring another canine companion into my life, with all it's uncertainty and lack of direction. Maybe, a dog will adapt to my current lifestyle just as well as I have. Maybe, she'll inspire me to manifest a home of our very own. I'm going to have to start thinking of and meditating on this from the perspective that it is possible. After all, my housemates love dogs too; and it is looking like we might be back down to only one. I don't take the decision lightly. I'd already have a dog in my life again if it were not important to me that I know I can give my dog everything she needs -- a safe environment, time, emergency medical treatment...... I know I can give the love, no doubt about that one. 🤗🤍🐶🐕🤍🤗

[@lincolnsmama6886]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ADOPTING THIS FURBABY AND LOVING HIM UNCONDITIONALLY.

[@susanwilliams2392]

This is why shelters need foster families to take dogs in and teach them how to be family pets, so they can be calm and sociable, and ready for adoption. This is also why everyone should #AdoptNotShop It's amazing that you guys took in this lovely boy, but he should never have gotten to this point of stress and emotional neglect in the first place

[@katrina9310]

Exactly.

[@nancyg.5171]

You are so right. Shelters do need foster families, dog walkers, and grassy areas for dogs to run, and more people like this great family who were willing to give a scared dog a home.

[@BlackPanther-vk5ew]

Shelters, rescues, fosters, others need to inform others of how much fosters are needed. I know we assume everyone Knows, but many do not. Also, it's Always a plus if there are other pets in the home. Beautiful family, Thank you fur taking in such a worthy dog who needed all your families Love & Patience.

[@terriecotham1567]

You have words of wisdom Adopt not shop

[@Snack-well]

Thank God someone took that poor dog!!!

[@ambiegarcia724]

You have God’s love. He is so proud of you and your family for opening your home to this poor animal. Thank you from my heart.

[@Happybidr]

I LOVE the daughter’s reactions. That is exactly how my daughters would react, thank goodness.

[@ConstanceConnie]

He looks like a Smooth Collie. Thank you so much for adopting him and giving him a amazing home ❤️🙂

[@tenyaiidasglasses6067]

i only realised this when i read this comment, but i did notice that his eyes look so similar to my rough collie’s eyes. edit: his bark is also very similar.

[@joanschwanz6544]

Yes, and smooth collies make some of the best therapy dogs

[@Beckelbay]

Smoothies... best dogs ever!!!

[@gillymac9363]

I have a collie jack x n she's my unofficial therapy dog n I her therapy hooman 😄

[@maladylis08]

I was going to say this as well too till I saw someone else wrote it. At the end, you described my smoothie to a T. The soft ears, velvety hair his ears any collie owner would die for, natural and perfect. Collies are very smart, laid back, less crazy than a boarder collie and love their people.

[@cindylouwho8302]

Thank you for sharing Pollux's story! What a great home he has now with a little big brother to learn from! I'm excited to hear more about how Pollux adjusts into being a dog, outside of the shelter and into a loving home. Thank you for opening your hearts and your home to a sweet doggo! God Bless! 😊❤️🐶🙏

[@Rick_Sanchez_C137_]

One of our dogs went to heaven today…. Thank you, I needed to watch something happy…

[@nurism.8696]

I adopted a cat the same way, and he is with me 8 yrs..and never give up on him. He is the boss.

[@Bram71]

cool

[@traceytheisen8067]

This just popped up in my feed as suggested......over a year after its posted. Yet what an incredibly sweet video. As a doggie mom myself it just makes my heart sing. He wasn't in the animal shelter lost....he was there waiting for your beautiful family. So happy for you and Pollux.

[@pamyoungberg576]

Qas

[@kimnavrotsky5278]

You have a whole new look 👀!!!! I love women who are brave enough to go gray. Pollux is precious and has no idea how lucky he has gotten and made this family.

[@paulabauer6004]

This is making me cry. I adopted a very frightened shelter dog ten days ago. He is afraid of everything....even me. I could pet him on Day 1, but not since. I'm letting him get comfortable in his own time, but he won't come in the house. It's getting cold out. It breaks my heart. Trainer is coming in a few days to help. I'm hopeful.

[@DebSBenson]

Oh my! I saw Pollux at an adoption event at Pet Smart! I wanted to take him home but I recognized how tightly wound and fearful he was and did not think I had the skills to handle him and I already have 2 big dogs. My heart broke for him. I am so glad to hear that someone finally gave him a chance. If he is part border collie you can connect with him during play time. Maybe eventually he will play ball with you. I had 2 border collies in the past and they are non-stop energy. That may explain why Pollux is not well adjusted. He was not abused at the shelter but he did not have enough avenues to express his high energy so it turned inward into fear and anxiety. Those walks you take him on are therapeutic. Keep it up. I am cheering for you and for Pollux! THANKS for sharing!

[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

Oh Debra!!!! Pollux has transformed into the sweetest boy...and in just the few days we've had him. He still does have a lot of energy but he's using it to play with our other dog and chew on toys. We're going on long walks every day and he is getting used to the sounds in our house. Every morning, he wakes up better than the day before. I'm glad to know you saw him and all was well. We are loving every minute with him!

[@ansellovestogroworganicall2180]

“Told Randy we were going to get Polluck.” That brought tears to my eyes - THANK YOU for sharing and caring!

[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

I cried my eyes out for 2 days because we couldn’t get him due to the shelter being closed for Christmas. But all is well now and Pollux is doing wonderfully 💗

[@susieepstein2726]

So sweet seeing this sweet boy adapt to this loving home

[@PicklesFiona]

This was fun and sweet to go back and watch. I’m not crying you’re crying!

[@JM-pz6bh]

😂 Shelter dogs always perk up on the car ride home. They know they’re out of the shelter and never going back ❤️☺️

[@havanaroad2750]

Unfortunately in Spain, some do come back, they throw them away because they bark to much or stupid things they realized dogs do. Sad, I live in Spain and it's hell for dogs

[@tripdan]

When I Got My Dog Fodo Out The Shelter,He When To sleep After Ten Min,

[@rbo2855]

So happy he ended up with someone so kind & most of all understanding.

[@dianevernon8201]

One of ours was a rescue, it took a long time for him to settle & be touched but now he is super loving to us all.

[@deborahhafer5346]

Beautiful! God bless you all🙏☝️💓

[@stefeniedavidmusic]

Thank you for doing this. It took courage because there were so many unknowns. You could have gotten a dog that was totally messed up. The poor thing. His whole life in the shelter. You saved him. So nice to see kindness in a often very unkind world.

[@eternalpathz]

He is an intelligent dog, a fast learner, a genius

[@cindiemoore2530]

Seeing Pollux learning to be a dog is just awesome

[@lizm9319]

I *love* this video. It restores my faith in humanity. People do such horrible, unspeakable things to animals, including dogs. Pollux is very fortunate. I watch this every now and then just to see that people do really do nice things for animals. Thank you!

[@dipalachauhan6956]

He's TENSE but thank you for giving him a chance

[@Ashley-on4ln]

Dipala Chauhan you could see how overwhelmed he was at first walking out to them lol

[@KattReen]

@@Ashley-on4ln Yeah, that was a bit much all at once lol. He tolerated it though.

[@bobbettedavis9168]

When you said you don’t know why you looked on FB page right before Christmas, I know why,... your guardian angel whispered I your ear that this creature needed a home. Just wait. Pollux is going to give something wonderful in your lives! GOD bless!

[@LetFreedomRingEternal]

Pollux is an angel!! ❤️

[@dianeeharris]

*I ADORE BOTH YOUR PUPS! THANK YOU FOR GIVING MR.P A HOME,ALSO BECAUSE OF YOU,ABOUT A YEAR AGO,WATCHING YOU GROW OUT YOUR HAIR, MY SON BLAKE WAS WATCHING ME WATCH YOU,AND ASKED ME TO JOIN YOU IN YOUR JOURNEY,HE HAS WANTED ME TO LET MY NATURAL HAIR COLOR GROW OUT FOR THE LONGEST TIME, SO,I DID!!! FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE I WAS 16... I STOPPED BUYING MY HAIR DYE, I'M 59 YEARS OLD WILL BE 60 Y.O COMING THIS SEPTEMBER 29TH 2021, AND NOW, ALL OF MY HAIR HAS GROWN OUT,CUTTING OFF THE DYED ENDS AS IT GREW, AND TODAY, IS MY ALL NATURAL,ALL MINE, ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL GREY HAIR COLOR... I HAVE ACTUALLY HAD PEOPLE ASK ME WHAT COLOR DO I DYE MY HAIR AND WHEN I TELL THEM IT'S MY NATURAL HAIR COLOR,THEY JUST CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!! SO THANK YOU FOR YOUR ENCOURAGEMENT!*

[@lorettapriddle7039]

Bless you and the family!💕 you are doing such wonderful things for your new member, and everyone who watches. Please keep us all posted to the progress ! Wonderful watch!! 💗

[@lorettapriddle7039]

I realized after how late to the game I am! Lol. I loved the videos of the progress! 💗

[@jog8483]

He's a beautiful dog. It doesn't make sense that no one would adopt him. Unless, he needed to sit there an wait for the day that YOU were coming for him. Best of luck to all of you!

[@whitterbug]

We need more people in the world who will just go in and take these sweet animals who have been in the shelters for so long. Thank you for giving him a chance. Truly seeing that he needed a home, and taking him in. My sweet Link (border collie mix) had been in the shelter for two and a half years. He's been abandoned at a truck stop, lived at a shelter, adopted and returned twice, and lived so long in the shelter. He was labeled a red sticker dog, and we were told no cats, no dogs, and no children for him. We took him home and he is great with other dogs and kids. He has a couple of quirks (he is protective of me), but honestly he is one of the BEST dogs I've ever had.🐾💙

[@gloriaalameda6536]

Bless your heart!!! You are a hero!!!

[@boifriccoff]

Is he your pfp? If so he is ADORABLE!!!

[@repent.]

Aw, that's so cute. Thank you. We need more people who adopt the dogs with stories, the ones who need it most. There are plenty dogs out there with tragic stories of being returned, abused, and neglected. They really need love. It's a shame how people reject these dogs for their stories, so I'm happy you took the time to give Link love! 🐾❤️ Also, if he's your profile picture... HE'S ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE! Does he run a lot? 😂❤️🐾

[@geraldmccarty8630]

So happy for little pollux he deserves the best. 🐕🥰🐶🤗🐕

[@skincarejerk6040]

My cat had been at the shelter for only two months when I adopted her. She was really scared, too. In the meeting room she cowered away from me and peed. But when the worker came to take her away, she farted towards me a bit. The shelter girl said something like “we have kittens coming tomorrow if you want to come back.” And then “she’ll probably be here for a while if you want to think about it.” That made me decide to take that adult cat... she was still timid for weeks, but slowly and surely she slept closer and closer to me. She is the perfect cat for me. Even though she’s stand off ish, she follows me everywhere, has never scratched or bit or even hissed, and is just so sweet and loving. Every day when I come home, she greets me at the door. I can hear her meowing when I unlock the door. And then when I open the door she runs either to the living room carpet or the bed and rolls onto her back - a cat hug! She has the softest belly in the world and actually likes having it stroked and brushed. I’m so happy I got a shelter animal ❤️❤️❤️ Thanks so much for giving Pollux a home. I’ve seen this video before and you just warm my heart so much

[@skincarejerk6040]

Darted not farted

[@T.I.M.5]

So , having rescued a racing greyhound it’s really cool watching him learn to be a pet. It’s been a real treat watching him learn and adapt. 4years and he’s still getting the hang of it. Lotsa luck, it’s worth it.

[@sandrastaton19]

What a beautiful, sweet dog! Such a sad story with a really happy ending. Pollux is blessed to have such a wonderful, caring family. Thanks for sharing him with us!

[@markaralvin7919]

Hello Sandra

[@Sophesi]

Thank you for adopting him, and working with him. He is so sweet and gentle.

[@vaughn257]

I hope he is doing well what a lovely story. Thank you for being so wonderful!

[@patriciagoode6280]

We took on a dog who had been in the local dog rescue centre for nearly two years, nobody wanted her because she had health problems, but she turned into the most faithful friend for over 16 years and repaid every moment and the money spent on her care with love and devotion.

[@SuperHolyWoman]

God bless you! I have 2 rescues myself. The last one came into the shelter 7:30pm the night before I went there and she was already scheduled to be euthanized because of major medical issues and being a senior dog. I got everything taken care of. They said she will eventually go blind, I can deal with that as she is such a sweet baby.

[@WELCOMETOMYCURLS]

Oh my goodness!! So glad to know she has a good home now. I adopted a senior Miniature Schnauzer....and he lived with us for 4 years before he passed. And he was the sweetest boy

[@veggiekatt_]

Every dad needs a big dog!!!

[@connielazzaro856]

God bless you dear Earth Angel for adopting this very sweet boy !!!!! You and your family are AMAZING ... Love ALL of you !!!!!! 😊💜💜💜🐾🐾🐕💜💜💜

[@loftus4453]

He’s learning to be a dog in a human’s world. Awesome that you adopted him. He is adorable

[@adrianreynolds9604]

Maam, you are a credit to the human race. Take care and stay safe.

[@djjd2011]

The world needs more hero's like you.

[@ianworley8169]

Sounds so like my Tom. Adopted from a very loving Portuguese rescue kennel, where he'd been for 3 years. We've always had small dogs, but had just lost our 15 year old mongrel terrier and have had our 13 year old Shih Tzu since she was 3 months old. All our dogs have always been rescue dogs. Tom was dropped off out of a lorry at the shelter by workmen, bound and muzzled with wire. Apparently, they mistook his fear for aggression. Tom is the same weight as Pollux, but all caramel coloured, obviously part Podengo. The sweetest, timidest, most obedient, gentle soul I've ever known. Wherever we go, he follows like a shadow. He defers to our grumpy old, dog and mischievous cat. He just exudes gratitude that he's finally found a loving home. We've had him now for almost two years. I only wish I'd known he was there all those years, just waiting for us. As I write, he's asleep by my feet. Tired out after his long walks in our Alentejan mountains. Adorable, sweet, Gentle Tom.

[@ladenemayville5468]

As an animal lover who has been crossposting cats and dogs on social media for years, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving this angel a home. May God bless you! ❤😇

[@kristielannette2898]

This is such a good story. Thank you for adopting him & giving him a family.

[@user-cx9vv7uj9s]

Exactly. The echoing of barking and talking ~ it was so overwhelming and painful to MY ears (I have ADHD and sensory issues) so I cannot imagine how little skin-and~bones Mr. Stewart was dealing with any of that. He’s my baby boy now and lives in my library@-quiet apartment. He is honoraryHead Librarian here! And very proud of his position!