This 20-year-old 'ancient' dog has baffled vets

[@ericfrancisco6615]

As someone who rescues animals as a volunteer, I've seen cases similar to Elephant. There are pets out there that will continue to fight to live not just out of pure tenacity, but because fosters or their new families show them so much love and support, they can sense that. I had a senior chihuahua pug mix that was totally given up on from a pet hoarder situation, she was 11 years old. Vets said she had 3 months to live. She lived to be 16 years of age. She spent her remaining 5 years in bliss. She crossed the rainbow bridge peacefully in her sleep.

[@janislehan5057]

That's what love can do!

[@reneelash1091]

It just takes the right kind of person and animals are resilient they're like us they don't ever want to die

[@tommas2674]

I thought my boy could get 2 more years at least when at 16 he got what was to be his last rabies shot. The day before he was still playing like a puppy , picking out his clothes, But then, so since I've been relegated to I don't deserve what I'd worked for and was working towards, the extra care he needed for meds to get him past that was going to be impossible, nothing left to give up. So I frantically was calling everywhere to at least give him 2yrs more. He read flash cards. Found someone who said they would, they didn't. We were always seen as inseparable.

[@aspendreams8688]

THANK YOU FOR SAVING HIM

[@jeffcoley668]

Best Geo Beats Story so far. And respect for you saving Elephant his Angel on earth. I gladly donate to your helping these beautiful dogs. ❤❤

[@kimkoh3094]

I'm a fellow Canadian with 2 senior rescue dogs & I can't even find the words to express how wonderful you are for giving this amazing boy the best retirement imaginable ❤ this is what golden doggo years should be all about 🎉

[@jackmehoff7293]

Ditto

[@paulsmith3820]

@@kimkoh3094 People that love animals have an enrichment that transcends understanding. This is a great story.

[@janetcarbone4213]

I’ll second that and third that and……………❤

[@iwasglad122]

Using just the one leg in hydrotherapy with such an innocent look on his face ("Oh, should I be using the other three? I just didn't realise...") made me laugh out loud. He knows EXACTLY what he's doing! Absolutely grand!!!

[@fadetoblond]

Yeah, that made me laugh pretty good when I saw that. Definitely a smarty pants boy. 😄

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Marvelous! 😂❤

[@brooklyn_716]

I was cracking up too. And some ppl say don't have personalities or feelings. 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@arianehassanpour-razavi9345]

Yes, so funy this Elephant-Angel.

[@quyenmorris6620]

Ha ha, he's definitely a character.

[@susan8471]

What an amazing older gentleman. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for saving him. He's simply adorable.❤

[@Bella-D]

I just don't understand how someone could give up a family member because of age and health. 😢. Thank you for helping this beautiful pup ❤❤❤

[@qwispery]

The way his health was his original owners obviously did not take good care of him to begin with.

[@IAmDeepSpace]

$$$

[@anniemac3075]

Seeing the state he was in it's just as well they did, he's much better off with this lovely family.

[@cbeautifulworld11]

They will receive the same treatment when they are old from their children.

[@esmekaffen4961]

@@anniemac3075💯❤️

[@demetrianicole1657]

He realized what unconditional love felt like and fought for the life he deserved. ❤

[@icefirewolfodell9946]

It shows that getting your pet fixed gives them a healthier and longer life

[@sgodbout2213]

It's needed to know that there are still kind, compassionate humans among us. Thank you.

[@katbar6066]

Maybe his original owners were compassionate and thought it best to let him go. You don't know what the Vet told them. It would be rare for a dog of his breed to live to 18 anyway so maybe they thought he had only a little time left and thought it was the kindest thing to do.

[@malcolmr3]

@@katbar6066 how is abandoning a dog that has been loving and loyal for ~20 years the best thing to do? How would you feel if your family decided to drop you off in some alley to die scared and alone? It’s easy to surrender a pet if you feel you can’t deal with their health issues. No living being deserves to die alone, scared and lonely.

[@sgodbout2213]

Acknowledging that this particular person was kind and compassionate does not negate the care that others gave.

[@katbar6066]

@@malcolmr3 They didn't dump it, they surrendered it. I personally wouldn't ever surrender or dump an animal and a couple of mine have cost eyewatering amounts to keep in good health. I'm just saying if they couldn't deal with it and couldn't afford to make its last days comfortable then they did the best thing. The vets were all amazed it lasted more than a few days so maybe their vet said the same thing. You don't know their situation so shouldn't judge them.

[@malcolmr3]

@@katbar6066 There’s absolutely NOTHING kind or compassionate in what they did, it’s nothing but cruel and uncaring. Rescues will often help with medical care if that’s the reason for abandoning a pet. If they have children, they showed them that it’s okay to abandon someone/thing when it’s no longer convenient to care for them. All he knows is that someone he has loved for his entire life doesn’t care enough to help him cross over the rainbow bridge.

[@annagraham7083]

So awesome! He’s thinking “I’m not leaving now that living is so very good!” No pain, no worrying about food, has a very nice home with many friends and a family that adores him. Yeah, he’s sticking around for all that. I wouldn’t be surprised if he has a few more years in him. He certainly looks like a puppy when playing but you see the old, wise man when he’s made to walk on the treadmill. Oh and him using his paw to ‘walk’ is hilarious and omg so smart!!

[@Cuban20]

He is such a beautiful pupper

[@bonnieforman9700]

Wow! His longevity is a testament to your love and care. If animals teach us lessons of love, you have a Ph.D. in it, girl!

[@nedthumberland]

I'm grateful, every day, that loving people like Elephant's mom are among us. May this world continue to be blessed with the love and compassion like hers.

[@cbeautifulworld11]

You expressed that beautifully.❤️ I feel the same.

[@MlSS.S]

@nedthumberland - 💯 I couldn't agree with you more!

[@steelmill]

Thanks so much for being there for him.I hope this motivates others to save these animals from the shelter.

[@Luv_2_Watch]

Remember, there are beautiful people everywhere in the world!!!

[@dyanshane]

I am praying he becomes the longest living dog EVER!! Love him!

[@weirdarto]

I had a dog for 17-years that was born with a heart issue. He passed away in 2021. The entire time I had him, I had this feeling we're on borrowed time and I appreciated every day. I imagine that's kind of how this lady feels. Living to 20-years-old is really something, especially for a larger dog like this. Maybe his start in life as a working dog in the country increased his longevity? I once read the longest living dog on record was a border collie that worked on a farm and herded sheep his entire life.

[@Spike-ck5tj]

Damn that was heartwarming. He's a super brave dog. Thank you to all involved in his journey to his fantastic home.

[@Rox7ne]

As someone with a dog that's about to be 15 and has her family berate her with questions like "dO yOu tHiNk hE'LL mAkE It pAsT 15??" Or "dO yOu tHinK hE'll Be gOnE tHiS yEaR??"... it just makes me so happy. My dog has such light in his eyes, and despite the few hurdles in his health, it hasn't been anything life threatening (thankfully). He has trouble with stairs, but mostly bcs his spirit is too young for his body now (even if I make easier ways for him, he still tries the stairs bcs he's so stubborn.. but it's his stubborness what's made him keep going), and I know I'll keep giving him everything he needs until he knows it's time. I'm glad to know many others think the same despite what some ppl may think. Some will just keep going bcs they still have sm life in them, we should also keep going with them if they can and want. ❤️🐕 I hope this good boy lives his happiest life from here on out 💜💜

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

Ugh, how obnoxious. I'm sure he has plenty of years left, though it's never enough. Love him up!

[@JessikaRabbitt]

Senior dogs are the sweetest ❤

[@italtexasgal]

Elephant is an absolute angel. I can see how his beautiful eyes can make your heart melt. What a blessing to have a member of your fur family live for so long. ❤🥹

[@IMB322]

He is an angel

[@fadetoblond]

Wow! 20 years for a dog is a nice long life. I wish they could live to 30 or 40 even, but 20 is awesome. You brought his health right back up. Seems the last owners sucked at dog care, but you're rockin it woman. I hope you get even another year. He looks so incredibly happy and healthy for 20. He's got the spirit of a pup. 😊❤

[@DeZeCrATioN]

The oldest dog in the world turned 31 on May 11th and AFAIK he's still alive and kicking. His name is Bobi : D

[@fadetoblond]

@@DeZeCrATioN woah, really? Now that is amazing. ❤

[@snonyabeeswax]

dam didnt know dogas could reach thirties thats good to know

[@snonyabeeswax]

dogs

[@fadetoblond]

@@snonyabeeswax The more mixed a dog is, the better the chances for a long life. Most purebred dogs are lucky to live to 14.

[@JesusAlways1st]

Praise God!! Gos loves the animals too ❤ I thank you all for loving him in such a special way!

[@eh1702]

On his pink bed, he looks so peacefully happy.

[@ls-kk4pq]

That is the power of love love, love!

[@TheAAnne123]

There is a special place in my heart for senior pets ~ they are so full of love and so grateful for the love we give them when we rescue them. God bless you for loving and helping him, and God bless precious Elephant🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@ElizabethE1267]

Old dogs are blessings. Don’t ever abandon them

[@edgaraquino2324]

He is a good boy...a fighter...he will give you much more than you have given him...he is gift from God to you & you are a gift from God to him...may He bless & keep you both & your family always..😊..

[@Terika-]

The reason why he got through it is because of all.the love you gave him and the wonderful thriving environment. Never underestimate the power of LOVE .❤

[@margaretszuky7065]

**OH THANK YOU!! THANK YOU!! FOR SAVING THIS BEAUTIFUL PRECIOUS ANIMAL!! YOU TRULY ARE A "GOD SENT TO HIM!! I LOVE YOU, ELEPHANT!!**

[@vickiroman189]

In my eyes, old dogs are the most beautiful dogs.

[@RedStormzz]

Yes ❤️

[@Angela-ok8rj]

He was meant to be with you. Elephant is so handsome. God Bless you abundantly for giving him a new life

[@PAMELAPORTER-ci7mr]

I had mine until his last day, when he wouldn't walk, drink or eat anything, even broiled chicken and rice. I spoke to him in a soft voice and then, we went to the vet. He's buried between 2 dog cousins and his portrait stills hangs on my kitchen wall. He'll be with me, always. He was the best.

[@mdk1983]

your home must be such a positive place filled with healing energy, that a dog which almost had its end has recovered so well. You are a really kind angel. God bless!

[@CLKMS]

What a beautiful life! Thank you for rescuing him ❤

[@blackcoffee.]

Beautiful, uplifting love story. Elephant ❤

[@vanessaswift9132]

Thank you sweet lady for rescuing him

[@MrBDezno]

Nice story.Got our first dog a few years ago. Wanted a senior. She was a breeder at a puppy mill. What a lovely soul.. Adopted at 9 yrs, going on 11. Perfect pup

[@pattimiller9157]

What a great lady ..thank you 🙏💗 love can work miracles 🌻

[@debbiesmith4322]

He is a sweetheart what a beautiful old boy. I hope I will be lucky enough to have my almost 10 year old malamute as long ❤xxx

[@donachaffinhodge]

What a beautiful soul this precious one has!!! Thank you for helping him and giving him a reason to live❤🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@reneelash1091]

It just takes the right kind of person for that animal and lots of love and they accept it animals are resilient they're like us they never want to die

[@sambuddy4026]

I think your love and kindly care makes him healthier. Once a long time ago I have fur baby suffered from distemper but he never give up and try to be better. I've lost him when I'm not near him. I think he doesn't want me sad and grieves on him. Just don't give up on your loves ones and he would never give up on you too

[@shadowdancer2131]

Such wonderful people who do everything they can to make sure Elephant lives the best life possible in his last years. He is so precious. ❤

[@tiffanybenefield1980]

Oh I want to hug him. He is such an amazing dog to learn of.

[@dianewallace6064]

Thank you, Rosalind, for adopting Elephant. He is precious.

[@vegancolleen]

Absolutely beautiful beings - he and this woman.❤ Every single animal is an individual having their own unique experience of their life, as each one of us does. So also as we do, they have the basic moral rights not to be used, oppressed, harmed or killed. We must be vegan for all animals, for each and every precious one of them! 💚

[@bonniehancock8024]

Simply beautiful.

[@doriangrey9702]

He is beautiful. Thank you for rescuing him. Its amazing what love can do. ❤

[@beatrixpotter4609]

He's so beautiful. So glad he's now being looked after properly, & loved like he should always have been.

[@ariivillareal9474]

He’s so precious thank you for rescuing him ❤

[@ashleypatterson3393]

Thank you, for saving that sweet n precious soul he seems like he's always happy bless ur heart for treating him just like every animal should be treated praying for him to continue to thrive for as long as he can. He just loves u n ur family so much he doesn't want to leave I love that.

[@sarameitner6770]

This one has truly touched my soul. He looks ageless. It shows what love can do. Bless all those in his family and circle of caregivers.

[@Claudi.128]

This girl and her family healed him with so much love . beautiful people cutest senior pup❤️

[@yasminbarkho3623]

YOU ARE AN ANGEL AND YOUR LOVE IS HIS STRENGTH GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JanuarieTimewalker13]

He started living when he met this kind woman. The previous 18 years didn’t seem very good. This woman is a great human.

[@bathsheba.b8656]

What an amazing dog and a wonderful story. Thank you GeoBeats animals for all your hard work in bringing us these stories and publicising the hard work of the people who care for animals in need.

[@Jackmack365]

He’s beautiful thank you for rescuing this boy.😊

[@6Haunted-Days]

Awwwwww what a precious doggo....he's magic!!

[@veganforlife1203]

Thank you so much 🙏💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛🙏

[@chitrachopra1947]

Wow. So happy for him. Thanks

[@jswmjswm6715]

You and your family’s love brought Elephant back to life❤🥲

[@radmod1]

In 2 years, you've given him the 18 years of love and care he's never experienced. Thank you🙏🏼❤

[@coralscraftslady]

My rescued girl will be 18 in December! She has been sick, but still has that life in her eyes as well, and we intend to keep going, until she is ready to rest!

[@dobermommartha]

I believe that Elephant (love his name) is with you because of who you are. You have helped him rediscover himself and rekindled his ‘hope candle’. Thank you for giving him the best life…❤❤

[@rileyward8112]

Thank you for saving him. Said he's not going. any where for a long time. Finally have found the good life where he loved and cherished.being spoiled and loved

[@MandoMTL]

Imagine if people cared this much about people.

[@shiitake1521]

We lost our Pug at 13 . You are blessed.

[@suzanneta8]

Love and nurture gave Elephant more life. Such a sweetheart.

[@catmarsh5331]

I lost my heart dog when she was 12 and her brother 3 months later at 11 ; what I would give for 8 minutes more with them let alone 8 years ….. what a blessing _ god bless you and your precious boy x

[@heatherhughes2955]

The power of love can do amazing things! ♥️🐾🙏🏼

[@debramclaren2610]

Absolutely adorable he is so happy to be loved that is why he wants to stay bless this sweet boy.❤❤❤❤

[@venus22118]

OMG! When he was in water therapy and just half stood on the edge bit...was so funny 😆💖🌟

[@proudasiangirl576]

A woman with such love in her heart!

[@asknicely7835]

Thank you for sharing Elephant's story and saving him. This made my heart so happy. 💓

[@1949634]

You are so amazing to help him thank you God bless 🙏 ❤

[@dannyg3400]

His momma changed his life...love can heal... literally

[@dawsie]

It’s amazing how it takes just one person who does not give up to see a difference, elephant has been very lucky to have found just the right Mom and family in the end.

[@davebielke6319]

Please Lord let him live...(with tears in my eyes) Help him keep living

[@mariaangelova8275]

Senior animals are amazing, love that Elephant loves his best live 🤩❤😍

[@CarnivoreStork]

Rescuers are Angels 👼🏽

[@jaca8961]

What LOVE can do🙏❤🙏❤ Thanks for loving him so much

[@rondameier8168]

2:58 "elephant has become quite accustomed to the good life" GOOD!!!!!!!! You are the pawrent he was patiently waiting for....

[@KS-bl11111]

"This dog has life in their eyes"...I've heard these exact words from so many rescuers of severely emaciated, sick, & or elderly dogs. They decide how much they want to fight. Love animals ❤

[@susanhopkison3363]

Oh praise God for you & this beautiful old man.🇬🇧

[@Lori.983]

TRULY PRECIOUS, BEST DOG STORY EVER!!!💗💗💗

[@boredom120]

he wasn't dying from old age, he was dying from being sick. you brought him back to life.

[@ggboot1]

What a sweetheart!

[@marktaylor1100]

That's the most BEAUTIFUL story of a dog I've ever heard ... Congrats Elephant 🙂🙂❤❤... ❤Faith N Love💜

[@sidilicious11]

He lucked out having you guys adopt him and nurse him back to health. He has it made! I love that he’s in it for the long run.

[@banoyruiz1290]

God bless Ma'am for rescuing a senior dog

[@ΑικατερίνηΜιχαηλίδου-τ5μ]

Το κυριοτερο σε εναν ανθρωπο ειναι η ψυχη!! Χωρις ψυχη δεν εισαι ανθρωπος!!! Και εσεις ειστε ανθρωποι με μεγαλη καρδια και ψυχη!!!! Ενα τεραστιο ευχαριστω που βοηθησατε αυτο το υπεροχο πλασματακι!!!! Με πολυ μεγαλη αγαπη!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🥰🇬🇷

[@varanasidurga5551]

ప్రతి జీవికి ఆత్మ ఉంటుంది Every living being has a soul.

[@jfphotography69]

No such thing as a soul. It's called being human. Soul, really, LMAO.

[@maralfniqle5092]

Ακριβώς ❤

[@beautybliss7127]

@@jfphotography69okay, you are a soulless human, there.

[@jfphotography69]

@@maralfniqle5092 Soul, really, LMAO.

[@valenciah9447]

Thank you for the love 🙌 💓 🙏

[@tinadeiwert8]

Beautiful seeing An angel saving an angel. ❤

[@Koali2011]

What a sweet boy! He is such a blessing!

[@jmr9735]

Elephant makes my heart happy. I'm so glad he found the perfect home.

[@quyenmorris6620]

He's happy and it's clear they give him the best possible life they can, so he really wants to stay with them. He's definitely loved! It's sad that the previous owners that I'm sure he was attached to weren't willing or able to do that.

[@chen3836]

Thank the Lord!; there are still such beautiful hearts! ❤❤❤

[@xxEvangelineRxx]

Elephant still has so much happiness and joy to give! You are so blessed to have him, and he's blessed to have you!

[@kimcarstensen4558]

Thank you all who helped Elephant!

[@FrancesV]

That is so beautiful ❤. Big thank you to his New mom & family for Not giving him up and giving him a beautiful life💕

[@doc3162]

That is amazing and thank you for giving him his best life