We adopted Loni

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[@erinryan4534]

As much as I miss Jenna I know being a greyhound rescuer is her ultimate dream job

[@sugarsore]

Is that an actual job? I don't think you get paid...

[@deathdealer333]

@@sugarsore it depends! Some people do like fostering the same as charity work, some do it for free, and then some like myself go to school to get certification and training to do it 24/7 full time! For example I do animal rehabilitation & rescue where I get payed to foster, rescue and rehabilitate hurt wildlife/abandoned animals/illegally imported animals. It also depends on where you live, I’m in Canada so it’s different everywhere but that’s just my experience :3

[@sugarsore]

@@deathdealer333 thank you.

[@jamiemckenna3668]

Yes awwww 👍❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@aerin9116]

@@deathdealer333 that’s sounds amazing! what’s major are you going into? i would love to look into that for myself!

[@dais7967]

“Bunny gets to keep her best friend” crying in the club right now

[@rhyshartwell7490]

Why were you watching this in the club?

[@anonymouskrys]

@@rhyshartwell7490 /WHOOSH

[@TQM]

@@rhyshartwell7490 I don't call my home "my crib", I call it "the club". So yeah, I'm always crying in the club

[@elizabethbarlow]

Me: Aww Jenna and Julien adopted another greyhound! My dad: Are they the ones with the chihuahua with no teeth? Me: Yeah that's them My dad: Oh good for them

[@FullSwing9]

🤣 that is great!

[@NotYourWaifu1994]

Lmao I love that !! My daughter knows them as “the one w/ the nasty boy” yes, Kermit 😂😂😂

[@supakawaii69]

I love dad moments like this

[@myafrorocks]

Aw ❤🥰

[@minteaskullz]

@@NotYourWaifu1994 I absolutely love that 😭

[@samp2864]

When Julien first introduced Loni there was someone in chat who said "foster fail i'm calling it now" and i now believe that person is psychic

[@completlynormalhypernova666]

Comments also said that about lobster though

[@nisarojas2869]

@@completlynormalhypernova666 lobster? Man I’m late

[@Megan-nt7dm]

I'm gonna need a photo of Loni and Marble sleeping together on the couch because that image just sounds like depression curing medicine

[@melliemazduur6589]

I second this motion 🙋‍♀️

[@mollyjuana]

same. doctor's orders

[@HypeerChick]

Yes!!!!

[@snailsnacks]

it's on his instagram story!!!

[@sommer.sunshine]

exactly

[@Akursedtime]

You know Loni is best gurl is when Marbles is like "She good one."

[@alphab9933]

Marbles; this one, i like :3

[@catxsoho]

Marbles approved her, they couldn’t send her away

[@celias.1560]

Omg I came to watch this just to check if marbles was still chillin

[@jillianlola9524]

Marbles: top of the pack has earned it Kerm: too nervous to participate Peach: too sneaky to participate Bunny: just gives horse energy to chill with And now introducing Loni: the go to girl for social activities and fun You now have a well rounded pack

[@aki6487]

i'm screaming cause i just realised that marbles is indeed the alpha of this pack like have you seen him everyone is his bitches (us included)

[@Maimgocouncil]

The boss baby, one with chronic anxiety, the ninja, horse, and the really nice girl you meet when your throwing up at a party.

[@andresfincher668]

@@Maimgocouncil this is way too accurate 🤣🤣🤣

[@wateriswet9301]

My little old dog who was 14/15 was the alpha, it's always the little dogs who end up running things.

[@readyforthemoshpitshakabrah]

and now we have nacho boi

[@korebiis]

julien: picks up loni loni: having some dissociative issue. staring into space. not moving. julien: shes great :)

[@autisticzuko2750]

She really just said 👁️👄👁️

[@calebmcintosh1991]

That's just how greyhounds do TBH

[@katejenkins9925]

My greyhound was an ex racer, so she was trained to not move when picked up so she'd be easy to carry and put in the stall for the race. Every muscle freezes when you lift her up. Not even her head moves. It's weird.

[@TakusenX]

She couldn't find her forever home because she had already found it with you and Jenna

[@christinav7948]

this one hit T.T

[@brialltheway420]

That’s what I said 🥰

[@youngkzmusic9586]

This comment almost made me cry. Such a beautiful way to put it. 🥺

[@prettyvibez3079]

just facts on facts tho👏👏👏💖!

[@mcdadiii]

Yup!

[@TheBrookelynChick]

Everyone: *crying over Loni* Loni: *head empty, heart full*

[@trackgurl123]

Not one thought, but all love.

[@michaela879]

I don't really understand this "not one thought in this head" "head empty" thing. I've been seeing it a lot lately and like... animals are not stupid so I just don't get it. Am I missing something?

[@trackgurl123]

@@michaela879 animals are not stupid, I agree. But, it is just an internet thing. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@lemonkissed201]

@@michaela879 it’s a joke. sometimes animals eyes look so blank, that it appears they’re thinking of nothing.

[@xxIluvyouguysxx]

That’s every greyhound 😂

[@Jay-ti2ib]

As soon as I heard that Bunny and Loni are always together I was like “loni is Bunny’s emotional support dog” 😂

[@dylan-tristamoores2077]

I’m envisioning Jenna taking a good old leisure nap on the couch and all the dogs just piled around her in their own personal spots. ❤ I’m so happy for your family and addition to your pack.

[@boogie_munch]

someone needs to make fanart of this

[@MajorOctofuss]

Unfortunately she just woke up because kermit would not stop licking her foot

[@nessaaa5210]

She’s not a foster fail she’s a success. She needed a home and you gave one to her, whether that be with you guys or someone else. Glad she’s found her forever home 💗

[@wwren]

exactly! finding the best home in the world is a massive success

[@janemh5866]

Its just a tongue in cheek term, no one really means it's a failure. Just a joke when you're fostering an animal and "fail" at the job of fostering because you're adopting. Of course it's a great, happy thing 😊

[@nessaaa5210]

@@janemh5866 yes I’m aware :)

[@darynnicole7003]

Someone said “Aw you got bunny a dog” and I’m laughing so hard that I cried 🥹 I’m genuinely so happy, and I think Loni obviously belonged w Julien and Jenna all along 😭☺️

[@dona7.]

Julien and chat: *happy tears* Loni: *not a single thought in that empty head, no idea what’s going on, all smiles*

[@nisarojas2869]

Her and Marble are best friends

[@pinkcupcake4717]

Clearly Loni was meant for your home. She's a perfect fit if she makes everyone in the house feel happier.

[@tiffanyrenee4632]

I was thinking this exact thing. Something was telling them that Loni was meant for them.

[@staceymurf]

I remember Jenna & Julien talking about adopting greyhounds years ago and to see them living their dream and giving these beautiful babies second chances warms my heart. We all know Loni will have such a great life with you all. ❤️

[@Wild_Roots]

Yep. All Jenna wanted in life was her home, dogs, and her otter. My heart warms knowing she has all of ot

[@dinorahbarbosa3927]

Pets getting "returned" is so heartbreaking. My first foster was returned in a week and she was so sad and confused when she came back to me! I have never felt so bad over another animal in my entire life. Then 3 days later the first owner asked us to give her back and I told her it was not possible because I didn't think she would keep her word and not return the animal to me again. Thankfully we found a perfect match not long after and she is living the best life.

[@avianna7738]

I adopted a shelter kitty who had been returned to the shelter three or four times before I found her… You can see in her little eyes how rejected she feels and how grateful she is every time she feels loved. It really is heartbreaking. These creatures aren’t a shirt that didn’t fit. They feel rejection and betrayal the way we would. I do understand wanting to “return” a pet that doesn’t fit into your situation for their best interest and well-being. But it’s best to be sure about it BEFORE going into the adoption process at all and selecting a new family member more carefully rather than “trying it” and then changing your mind.

[@muppetjem]

​@@avianna7738 animals can be unpredictable, especially in a new environment, and unfortunately it's just not possible to be "sure" about it all of the time.

[@ProbablyBees]

Yeah I know the feeling. My poor bean bounced to 3 different homes before me. When I first met her she was nervous to go on walks with anyone but her foster mom cause that's how the handoff would happen. I love her to bits, she will never need another home if I have a say

[@bbycherub2420]

@@avianna7738 It's not possible to know exactly how a shelter dog is before getting it, shelters don't know the dogs genetics, how they were bred, any neurological issues, or any past traumas. It's always a guessing game, my two rescues have aggression issues that weren't told to us before getting them, my male Bull Terrier has severe dog aggression and separation anxiety but the shelter didn't tell us that, they knew but didn't say anything except "He isn't a fan of other dogs" instead of saying "he's dog aggressive" which he is, and my female American Bully has severe human aggression issues and toy guarding issues that also weren't disclosed to us. Surrendering or returning a dog is something that happens, it's not always a bad thing, it's normal. Sometimes a rescue dog fights with the dog already existing in the home, or randomly attacks people, or randomly attacks other dogs, or destroys the house when left alone, and the thing is, the person who adopts the dog doesn't have to take time and money out to help them if they don't want to or just can't, it's not an obligation, especially with how people pressure others to "Adopt don't shop" without even explaining how to safely adopt and deal with a badly bred shelter dog. I've never had to surrender or return a dog but I know people who have, the only times I thing surrendering a dog is bad is when the person surrenders a senior dog they've had forever just for being old, or when they surrender them just because they don't want them anymore and want another dog or none at all, or when they used the dog for breeding and don't want it anymore, or anything like those scenarios.

[@gabbyb9418]

@@avianna7738 we recently adopted a kitten who was returned to the shelter bc their dogs were getting too rough with him while playing and they didn't foresee that. They were afraid their dogs might hurt him. I'd rather him be q bit confused and maybe a little sad than severely injured. They just didnt know how their dogs would be with a cat & it's not really like you can talk to them about it. I have zero ill will toward those people bc they could have been stubborn and kept him and he could have gotten injured. We lost our last cat in a car accident and it broke our hearts. But that means our dog was familiar with cats and we knew she does well with them. When we got himhe was definitely afraid of her. You can tell the last owner's dogs stepped over the line bc he was just really afraid of her. But over time as she respected his boundaries he now tries playing with her occasionally and isn't afraid at all anymore, not even when she's loud and bays and wiggles everywhere when she's excited. He used to bolt and now he barely reacts. Some animals are just not good fits for a home and you don't know till they're there. I'm glad nothing serious happened and the last owners were responsible and gave him up. I can only imagine how hard it could have been.Thankfully he ended up fitting into our lives easily. I also once had to rehome a lovebird because when I got her I was in good enough shape to care for him. Over time, I started getting more and more severe pains. Ends up I have fibromyalgia. I slowly got less and less mobile and it got harder and harder to do everything I needed to properly care for him. He ended up becoming severely aggressive with me and would attack me. He was not happy. I went on craigslist and asked people to send pictures of their current birds/flock. Found a family that already had a lot of birds and just gave them all the bird stuff I had. It broke my heart but he was not getting the care he deserved with me. On his first night with them he ended up hanging out with them and acting totally normal. He was finally comfortable and happy. So I was happy. I've never once regretted it.

[@TheMonkey8MyHomework]

You say that "it wasn't in the stars" and that you "weren't able" to find her a forever home - but you did! You gave it to her! She is exactly where she needs to be ❤️

[@alliem2140]

I just really appreciate the vulnerability that Julien shares. It's so important to have male figures on the internet that show that emotions are NORMAL and it's good to express them. Thank you for being a good influence for the kiddos everywhere!

[@liliyurch2511]

Knowing Jenna, Loni getting returned must have been devastating. She is such a sweet soul 🥺

[@chrelaadea5488]

Julien getting emotional feeling like they somehow failed and that people weren’t giving Loni what she deserves makes my heart hurt. You guys are just amazing

[@barrire83]

I'm even emotional and with tears just hearing him and thinking about the dogs that need to be adopted. It is so sad that animals go through this.

[@FukaiKokoro]

Isn’t it better that someone admits it’s wrong for them then see a dog suffer in a home that isn’t right.

[@shrimplythebest]

@Chrelaade A That made me so sad too. Julien and Jenna are like the most perfect possible people for fostering dogs, especially a breed as sensitive and gentle as greyhounds. And that isn’t just because I love both of them, they clearly show *so much* genuine love and care for dogs and animals. They prepare these fosters in the most wonderful way and I’m glad this sweet baby could become part of their family ❤️

[@melz6625]

@@FukaiKokoro many Americans have no discipline because convenience culture messed their sense of perseverance. They don’t give time for acclimation and they don’t show the patience and discipline to train a dog. Instead they’re told it’s fine to dump them like they do with all the junk they’re told to buy and consume. I know bcs I adopted an American dog. Landlady found her and I went into debt to bring her back to Germany. She has been with my family for 8 years now. That dog was so traumatized, neglected and abused we still struggle with behavioral issues. Doesn’t matter. She is with us forever.

[@rainbowsharks6275]

I love that Jenna left the internet and is living her best life with you and the pupperonis and apparently plants. Truly it makes me so happy to see that and to see that you guys are doing something so positive for animals that is also personally fulfilling. I love you guys from afar. ❤️

[@tyrsis]

What Marbles wants, Marbles gets. He wanted a cuddle greyhound 🥰

[@pearljammies]

Loni’s original name was Landscape Changer, and she’s changed the landscape of your family forever for the absolute best

[@mappyland]

They needed a new landscaper after that last ones performance /j

[@itstheguyfromthething]

Julien is such a good dog dad, like he takes better care of his pups than some people do there children. Just a moment of appreciation for these angel of a human being. Congratulations jnj love you guys

[@travelswithblindcane]

He really is an amazing dog dad. When he told her he loves her I started crying because you can just hear in his voice how much he means it.

[@Fisen82]

It amazes me that people still write his name wrong

[@itstheguyfromthething]

@@Fisen82 auto correct

[@sloanealltree8436]

The fact that she’s a black grey hound is my favourite part! It’s so unique 😍

[@sloppytoppy3000]

@@Fisen82 you don’t have to be mean?

[@Kitanith]

The minute I heard Julen talk about adoption woes I said "Its because shes a black dog" I say this as the owner of two black dogs both of which took an insanely long time to adopt out. One of them was the last of her litter to be adopted out, looking like a tiny little curly furred teddy bear. Legitimately the cutest puppy. I told the foster I didnt understand why she was still available out of all the puppies...but she was one of the only black dogs. Jokes on them shes still cutest puppy and never lost her big puppy eyes. The other dog is a GORGEOUS fully black long coated collie shepherd mix. Just stunning, fairly young. She was on the adoption website for months. Of course I was "just looking". But month after month I couldn't understand why she wasnt getting taken. Its a huge shame. If anyone is reading this please look specifically for black dogs to adopt.

[@ninae2478]

I totally agree, I have a black greyhound and he is the sweetest most gentle boy on earth and it’s so cute when they age and get a little white mask on their face

[@GraceLJW]

That's so horrible! I've always wanted black cats or dogs when I have space for a pet, and they're just as sweet and perfect as any other cat or dog. Plus the way they shine in sunlight is next-level gorgeous. I was attacked by a rottweiler when I was 3, and it was clear even then he was just scared because his owners were pretty crappy. Had nothing to do with his breed or coloration or anything. It's heartbreaking when people judge innocent creatures based on things they can't control.

[@Bunnibabigirl]

Agreed completely. I was made aware of this sad fact and I always notice black dogs being overlooked. It’s sad but I always advocate for them to get the love they deserve.

[@KimiikoZ]

Yes ma’am/sir! 🫡 haha. Actually reading this and hearing this about Loni, when I finally have a chance in the future, I want to get a black dog/cat. The last cat my family actually had, before she passed, we adopted from the shelter. So happy we chose her now cuz I didn’t realize they could be so hard to find homes for. She was just the cuddlest sweetest thing🥺 we had to have her.

[@mamiviciouz]

I never knew this was an issue in the dog world. That's crazy.

[@afreakwithfeathers]

The amount of love this man has for his family is beyond sweet. Like this is a man who is unafraid to tear up over how much he loves his dogs and his Jenna

[@LunaBeth97]

I know that with fostering a "forever home" is the goal and it's really heartbreaking when it doesn't work out the way you would expect it to, but I'm really happy that Loni is joining your pack. I've really appreciated you sharing your fostering journey and I know that your dog's will have the best lives where they can know that they are welcome, wanted, and loved to the fullest extent.

[@misspiece22]

The non-adoption statement based on color is true for black cats. I never heard it about black dogs before. That is crazy! So happy for You and Jenna and the whole pack ❤

[@persephone-vibes]

me neither, but i guess it makes sense as they are seen as omens the same as black cats

[@anas.3253]

There’s a lot of superstition around black dogs, especially in Europe. They were often seen as an omen of death and demonic entities/familiars, or the devil himself in animal form in English folklore. The stigma persists even today, unfortunately. Just the same as black cats.

[@eleanorjayne323]

I have adopted grey hounds in the past and people are definitely more attracted to different coloured dogs, there were lots of black ones waiting for homes

[@leighangelchey2539]

Unfortunately, a lot of black animals in general are overlooked because they don’t photograph well.

[@jaelyn2922]

I've heard that so many times. And my daughter ONLY wants black animals. Black dogs, black cats, black fish, etc. We love our black animals in this family!

[@dzr4421]

Hearing Julien's voice trembling makes me tear up. He's so much in love with these dogs. I'm so happy they're all living their best lives, the entire family. The goodness of their hearts fills up the room with light every time I watch these streams.

[@tiaraariel1]

Can you please make us a dog video with all the dogs interacting, and show us all their sweet relationships?? I'd love to see it!!! Congrats on adopting such a wonderful doggo. She was clearly meant for you this whole time in my opinion! 🥰 She's such a good foster assistant!!

[@christyb6916]

When he talked about how much Loni helped Xena learn to be a dog instead of a racer, i felt it in my heart that she was meant for them. She came to them to help them help more greyhounds! my heart is so full!

[@hiitsaria]

I've noticed a lot of foster homes have resident dogs or cats that are just perfect foster siblings. It's so so sweet. I'm so happy right now

[@jazzmen0-0]

I had that thought too. Not surprised she’s staying at all, she’s where she’s meant to be.

[@HeyItsMeAbiB]

I’ve always hated the term “foster fail”, because as long as that baby finds a loving forever home, then it’s definitely not a fail 🤍 Congratulations to the entire pack! Loni has such a beautiful life with all of you

[@perinnial9149]

Yeah, I always joke about my girl being a foster fail just bc it’s funny how I ever thought I could part w her, but if it works out it works out, long as the dog gets a loving forever home!!

[@SparkyGecko]

I think you could definitely spin it positively! You're not failing at anything other than fostering because you ended up adopting. It's not a bad thing, just means you failed at fostering. I truly applaud animal fosters too because these dogs truly deserve such great things and loving homes.

[@inbuttsmeeting]

it’s tongue in cheek. I have never heard anybody use “foster fail” as anything other than wryly positive

[@monyx2926]

@@inbuttsmeeting I absolutely agree. Fail sounds negative, but this is not a pejorative. I fostered for over 10 years. I am, proudly, a foster fail, too. While searching for homes, as a volunteer and fosterer, we always loved our foster fails because they found the perfect companion. It is a tongue-in-cheek positive. The only negative side is that many of those foster families never fostered again. That said, it was a win for the lovely animal and the foster folks!

[@ShesAaRebel]

It's not a fail, as in you failed the dog. It's a fail in the sense that (in most cases) the foster parent is now failing all the other dogs they could have brought into their home and saved. It's also a nuanced term, because it's not in every case where the person stops fostering dogs, or at least working with a rescue in another important way. But like Julien was saying, I also think that if you foster enough animals, it's bound to happen where you find one that fits so perfectly into your home, that you can't let them go. The harsh truth is, without enough foster homes, many dogs will be euthanized. It also takes a lot of time and resources to train, and properly vet foster parents. So if the rate of "foster fails" is high, then it can negatively impact the rescue. This is why the term is really drilled into the people who decide to foster.

[@MissCatherineSpeaks]

We have fostered 14 greyhounds, the one that bounced back to us ended up staying with us forever ❤️ it’s been 4 years and we knew we made the right choice keeping him!

[@natatatm]

I love seeing Julien holding a giant greyhound like a baby

[@norahmoses9905]

I can hear Jenna saying "We're going on a long life journey together" ❤️ Congratulations on forever with sweet Loni 😭❤️

[@EM-mn3nz]

I freakin LOVE black dogs and cats. I never even knew other ppl didn’t until like a year ago. For some reason I just find them and their eyes so calming. We had a black lab growing up and she was my absolute favorite.

[@symptomoftheuniverse4149]

I don’t think it is on purpose, it is subconsciously. But I purposefully adopted one.

[@meliss9536]

Same, I adopted a black brindle lab mix pup earlier this year (after fostering 2 of 3 black dogs) and of course they are the best. ;)

[@elizabethpost8021]

same! black animals are so gorgeous to me

[@Alejandra-ly7sg]

Same! Black animals in general are my favorite, they shine so much and have the sweetest eyes 🥰

[@livcab13]

i have a black lab/great dane mix and he is the sweetest pup of all time. took him to the vet today & he lit up the room, everyone was falling for him. theyre such angels :')

[@alejandraocampo4422]

J&J: going through an emotional roller coaster 🎢 Loni: just happy to be here

[@ashamedashley389]

The way Julen got emotional when saying she was staying forever really broke me 🥺 he sounded genuinely like a father announcing the birth of his child 💕 You and Jenna are such amazing pet parents! It's so special that she didnt seem to fit anyone else's lifestyle except for you guys and she had found her home already 💕 I'm sooo happy for Bunny to have a friend of the same size who shes already besties with ☺️

[@avawlassak2100]

She didn't fail! This is where she needed to stay, the universe knew you were her home!

[@amandahernandez4473]

Universe?

[@avawlassak2100]

@@amandahernandez4473 world, higher power, whatever you wanna say

[@kalekaela]

When Julien picked her up and showed her on camera, I thought she was the cutest thing. I LOVE black dogs & cats they have such a shiny coat. I'm not even a greyhound person and I fell in love right away. I'm glad she's a permanent addition and I hope to see more of her!

[@em0ville]

Me too, it's sad that black dogs and cats have a stigma around them. They're literally my fav color of pets to be around, as a goth animal lover 😂

[@hayleyemma7953]

Same here! I have a greyhound in the same tuxedo markings as loni and I think both of the girls are just gorgeous. Pairing that with their sweet personality, they're just perfect

[@eileengalindo4949]

I like black dogs and cats. Had a black chihuahua 😭 I miss him so much. He got hit by a car. At night.

[@addiestifter9499]

marbles cuddles with her…she’s already a member of the pack i am so happy that this is such a large part of your life these days, the world is a better place for it i am also happy to hear you talk about jenna as i have missed her and i was hoping she was doing well :) thank you for everything julien

[@KnitsFromTheVoid]

Marbles cuddles with her, no more information needed: she already has a perfect home that's why people passed her up, they all felt in their hearts that Loni is already where she is supposed to be.

[@marslia]

the black dog thing is so true, we have a black greyhound and shes the most lovely dog you'll ever meet, people really miss out when they judge too quickly. i'm so happy you've adopted loni, she's really gonna have the happiest home with you and jenna

[@travelswithblindcane]

It really makes me sad that people think of black animals as somehow boring or less desirable. I've had quite a few void pets and I think they're gorgeous! I was just thinking how pretty Loni is when Julien mentioned the black dog thing and it makes me so sad. Give your grey-void some scritches for me!

[@meganmcgrath5637]

I love black animals! I think they’re gorgeous. In the greyhound group I volunteer with, we all maintain that the black boys are the best; the kennel favorite is almost always a black dog, and we advocate for them the hardest. (My greyhound is a brindle, but I’d adopt a black one in a heartbeat if I had room for any more pets in my apartment.)

[@alekksu]

it's the same with bunnies as well! I love my little black void son but when I got him he was one of many black bunnies abandoned, and the pound said that black and albino (white with red eyes) buns are the most often abandoned and aren't adopted much 😢

[@allie-marie2212]

Our great dane was the last of her litter to be adopted because she is black. But my God, she's one of the most amazing dogs I've ever met in my life. We've only had her for a year and a half, but I can't imagine my life without her

[@enbyautie]

i have a miniature pinscher Chihuahua and two bunnies and they're all black (with some coloring on two of them). I've always been drawn to animals with black fur and it makes me so sad that people deny them for that 😭 these animals are my best friends.

[@meganmcgrath5637]

You and Jenna were a big reason I ultimately decided on adopting an ex-racer when I could finally get my first dog (it had been a consideration for a while, but seeing your journey with Bunny, even though she wasn’t a racer, really sealed the deal). It has been absolutely the best thing I’ve ever done, and my girl is completely perfect for me. Her growth in the last two years since coming off the track has been amazing to see. I volunteer with the group I adopted her from and it’s so rewarding to see these fantastic dogs go to their forever homes - and so hard when they bounce. We have had several fosters who end up adopting their bounces as well because it’s so difficult for them, and often times that foster “fail” is the best possible thing that could have happened to them. Loni sounds like she is absolutely perfect for your family, and I’m so glad she’s home. ❤️

[@symptomoftheuniverse4149]

Sure, just sharing their journey, helps us know is this a fit? Just fostering, or adopting the right dog for your life style.

[@clarissacota2047]

Same, I can't wait to adopt a greyhound 🥺

[@carolineoduin]

Currently watching my grey girl snooze on her bed in front of me. I owe her being here with me now (almost a month in!) and changing my life to Jenna, Julien, and Bunny too ♥️ I met her adoption organization last August (almost a year ago now!), learned about her in January, and she was finally able to come home to me in June. We intend to stay close w/ her adoption organization as well! To think that what’s become a new passion for me all started in April 2019 when Jenna’s first video about Bunny came out… Truly one of the best dog breeds, and certainly the greytest ♥️

[@KateCarew]

Oh, Loni is NOT a fail at all, she’s a total win, and she won’t be the last one who finds her way as a foster to a permanent. Some of the ones we fostered were happier in other families, but we definitely had a lot who stayed :) Greyhounds are THE sweetest souls. I’m 44 and my mom started adopting greys in the early eighties. I have no memories of my life without a greyhound :) I lost my fifteen year old girl in January, and right now I am without a greyhound. It’s awful. I’ve got three dachshunds and a very old decrepit chihuahua. I never had tiny dogs and they’re great, but I really can’t wait to get more greyhounds. I’ve never been without greyhounds OR horses and their energy cannot be described. Julien is correct too, about black dogs, for some reason they are often overlooked. No one wants them…they think they look like skinny labs. It’s just an unfortunate side effect of human beings need to be seen as unique, as special, and it’s sad, yes, but at the end of the day each and every dog deserves to be loved wholly, and if someone can’t appreciate a lovely dog for who they are…they don’t deserve that dog. At the end of the day, a dog isn’t it’s body, it’s its soul. Like us, we are just bananas inside peels, the peel doesn’t matter at all.

[@evalynn1863]

Maybe no one else loved her enough because there were no other people who could love her more. I used to rescue feral kittens and get them tamed and rehomed a lot when I was in my teens and 20s. In the last two litters that we had come through, there were two cats that I knew in my heart were destined to be with me. One of them was a tuxedo who ended up being the absolute sweetest baby in the world. She was with me through numerous surgeries, through becoming disabled, through sickness and sorrow. She was always there, quiet and compassionate, and I don't know how I could've gotten through all this without her. I lost her last year to cancer and it has flipped my whole world upside down. I could have never imagined my life and my journey without her. She saw me through my last surgery and I said goodbye 3 weeks later. I fully believe these babies end up with who they belong with, even if we can't see it at the beginning of our journey together.

[@liashah5040]

I am so sorry for your loss and your health struggles. The love you gave to them all came back to you when you most needed it. Thank you for taking care of all those animals. I hope the pain eases soon. 💙

[@evalynn1863]

@@liashah5040 Thank you

[@MJ27129]

I feel this so much. Lost my chubby guy last year and its still a void that can never be fully filled he helped me heal my mental state, fullfiled his purpose and left but never really went away... Hope good health serves you thought life wish you all the best! ❣️🐱

[@travelswithblindcane]

"We wanted to make it work for her, and it wasn't in the stars." But it was, and it worked out wonderfully for her and for you. Sometimes you just know, and "foster fail" is such a bad term for it because it's borne out of love. She needed a home and your pack was perfect for her. I really do think that certain things are just meant to be sometimes, and seeing her with you makes it obvious that this is one of those times. I'm so happy for your entire family, and especially for Loni. She's an absolutely gorgeous dog and that smile of hers says it all. She's where she's supposed to be, and I'm so happy for all of you. Thank you for sharing!

[@mmarceline3]

well said

[@desireer6915]

I completely agree! ❤

[@lizlorenzsonn9999]

Congrats to Loni on her promotion to permanent family member! Turns out it WAS in the stars for Bunny ❤

[@brendaclarine2845]

I think het coat is amazing. She's so cute and I love how it's so deep and rich dark black and her little eye balls are like floating in a void of cute doggo

[@adriadr9347]

I don’t stop by this channel all that frequently anymore but thank god marble is still living his best life

[@pythonkatie1985]

I'm so glad you were being so careful to avoid a second bounce back. My oldest dog was a rescue that we got when she was just under a year old and she had already been re-surrendered a few times. It made her so incredibly neurotic and have extreme separation anxiety that it took 5 years for her to understand that she was home with us and she lost the urge to run off. I agree with so many comments below that you were already her forever home.

[@AmeliaTaylorr]

That’s so beautiful 🥹❤️

[@duckss2540]

I fully agree with this! My family adopted a cat that had been adopted from the shelter and surrendered again multiple times (the last time by our neighbors, that's how we met her). She has a very confusing personality that needs patience, and honestly a very cat-focused family, to get past, and we think that a lot of her issues stem from being adopted and surrendered so many times. She loves people, follows us around the house, and sleeps pressed up against us like she's scared to lose us, but she also has a temper and it is clear why some families would not have been willing or able to keep her. She's had a hard life, and we've promised her she'll never have to go through a shelter again as long as we are here. The bounce backs are extremely confusing and stressful for pets, so thank you for being so thoughtful to Loni!

[@chrisboissevain8268]

the way im ugly-crying happy tears for loni and also for bunny and the littles and jnj themselves, been rooting for her to be as happy as can be since day 1 and she deserves the best

[@LawNerdAmber]

Me too, why did I click this vid upon waking?

[@TheHahafunnyguy]

Never have I ever seen a greyhound be so comfortable being held like a baby. So many happy tears for you guys!!

[@PricklyAlpaca]

I love that y'all are living out your dreams of rescuing greyhounds. I remember how much you both mentioned wanting to adopt and rescue greyhounds on the podcast and it seems to be so genuinely fulfilling for you and Jenna. Loni has the best dog parents ❤

[@Spechie]

now that you guys basically have a farm, jenna needs her cat. >:)

[@chatman4998]

Y u haven’t posted in a year

[@wolfiewifie]

Greyhounds and cats aren't always a great mix

[@lemonkissed201]

@@wolfiewifie isn’t that also the reason why they didn’t want to get another hamster?

[@abear2874]

Five dogs are a terrible environment for a cat, absolutely not.

[@janemh5866]

@@abear2874 well not necessarily, plenty of dogs and cats living happily together. Strongly depends on the circumstances.

[@rubyrider7902]

Loni couldn't ask for a better pack to go on a long long life journey with

[@sarahwillacker4135]

The "long long life journey" line literally always makes me tear up

[@wasabi3619]

“Foster fail” is a bad name for giving a dog a good home. Lots of love to all of you. Welcome to the pack Loni 💕

[@hthumbs4072]

I gotta say many of us use "foster fail" because it's a tongue-in-cheek acknowledgement of our own inabilities to let go of the perfect dog for us. One thing is for sure though--foster fails are never actual failures! The goal is to get the pet into a loving home and that just sometimes ends up being your home! 😉

[@BooFlo62]

"You meet the one that was never meant to leave" Jesus christ Julian got me SOBBING

[@LittleChortle]

Julen: Are you tired? Loni: *looks directly at Julen then at the camera*

[@maggiehansen7496]

I love how the chat just explodes when he finally says they adopted her!!!!! The Dink Fam is forever

[@cozycasasmr4510]

Bunny and Loni being beat friends is something I need to see 😭😭😭

[@DMack-us4ne]

the way you describe how she acts around the other dogs really does show that... she was always part of your pack, she just took a couple weeks of vacation away from you at some point. i'm totally sold on the fact that she was meant to be a part of your life for the rest of hers. congrats to loni for her forever home and to y'all for your (not so) new doggo!

[@jayhope7800]

The way he picked her up like a baby and she was completely relaxed 🥺

[@tysannjohnson4242]

Julen crying because he is so happy about loni makes my heart grow 2 sizes

[@PerfectlyImprfect]

Congratulations on your first foster win. Animals truly do choose their owners. You fostered her to be her support system and she became yours. She is a beautiful addition to your family.

[@jellybeansushi]

When you were talking about internalizing the things Loni was going through, man do I feel that. We just rescued the sweetest boy, Max, he was abandoned by my MIL's neighbor. As soon as my spouse told me about it, I was like "well we're gonna bring him home, right?" Sometimes I just look at Max and cry because who could abandon the sweetest, snuggliest, silliest boy. He just wants to be loved. Our home and hearts have so much space for him.

[@explosionbunny]

Totally feel you. Our boy Oliver was returned 8 times before we got him. And for silly things too, like escaping the yard, barking at them when they came home late in the dark, and a neighbor saying they were going to sue due to his breed. He is the best thing that has ever happened to us and is the perfect boy (even with whatever behavioral issues we’ve had to work through and he’s come so far due to doing that work). A lot of people don’t understand that owning a dog truly is work and they just want an instagram pet instead of understanding the commitment adopting requires.

[@BellyRenee]

I wish pics could be posted in comments. I wanna see him now. I also have a dog named Max. He's a long haired chihuahua.

[@vilyda]

As someone who's been on the opposite side of this experience I totally understand. Although the dog didn't necessarily bounce. After we brought her home she started getting stressed out in the stress caused seizures ( keep in mind this was a very relaxed inviornment with the most happening in the house was the tv on ) which she had never had before. When we told the Foster parent of the Shepard that she had seizeures and if it was normal behavior, they said no, it's new, and they insisted on taking her back. We almost wanted to tell them no but we knew that the best thing for the dog would be an environment that they were comfortable with but didn't make her have stress or seizures.

[@travelswithblindcane]

It just happens sometimes. Might not have been the environment at all, just the change. Some dogs take it a lot harder than others. Thank you for caring for her and getting her back to a healthier place ❤️

[@tanjahalvardsson1037]

I've never heard of Julien before this day, and now I'm here - invested in this with tears in my eyes! From what I understand you've got quite the pack now! Congratulations!

[@liashah5040]

Welcome to the J&J family 😊

[@holosexual6607]

You and Jenna are a gift to the world.

[@SkylerAdriel]

Wow I got so emotional watching this. Just thinking of Bunnie having a best friend and little marbles with a new cuddle buddy. Sounds like Loni makes a natural little emotional support dog for the others! Can’t wait to have a grey hound of my own one day, I love them so much!! 💗

[@pennyaldente]

I have a black mixed breed dog that literally no one wanted cause he looked "ominous". I saw past that immediately because as soon as I approached him he just looked at me in the eyes and let me know in his own ways that he was a sweet pupper. I adopted him on January 2015, and he's now a happy and spoiled 7 year old rescue. Thank u for loving Loni like I loved Sirio when no one else seemed to care.

[@atinyofficial]

I remember you talking about Jenna babying the dogs like you’re not holding this full grown ass greyhound like an infant 😭❤️

[@Serveanthesia]

I just love the “dad… dad what… I’m sleepy….dad” totally zoned out ❤😂

[@mayaballard4304]

they're gonna have a whole herd of house horses soon and that's fantastic. i'm so happy loni has found her forever home with her loving parents and equally loving siblings

[@twinkle7389]

This is a perfect love story. It's a story of how Loni helped Bunny come more out of her shell, how she helped Xena relax, how Marbles is comfortable cuddling with a horse 10x his size, how she's making those super tough days easier to deal with for J&J and how everyone in the pack has become her family for life in these 158 days. Welcome to the DINK fam, Horsey L! You're going on the biggest adventure of your life💜

[@tysannjohnson4242]

Horsey

[@TCat13]

Congratulations to Julien, Jenna, Bunny, and the little ones! What a beautiful family you are 💜 In all the world, Loni could not have landed in a more loving, positive household! I love foster "fails," they are sooo the opposite of a failure. It means you have spent actual time with her and love her for herself, not just because she looked cute enough to adopt. All of your pets are very lucky to be with you.

[@blaykehawk2714]

the entire time i was watching this, i kept thinking, "Loni didn't get adopted because she's a black dog." i'm SO HAPPY someone in the chat brought that up. a lot of people see black dogs and automatically ssume they're scary and/or dangerous dogs. it is very unfortunate and i strongly believe it's rooted in the inherent racism that some humans have.🤷🏾‍♀

[@edenjaycollins6055]

Sorry if this sounds rude but I'm not sure what you mean by inherent racism and how that can relate to dogs?

[@blaykehawk2714]

​@@edenjaycollins6055 inherent racism as in deep-rooted racism that some people might not even be fully aware that they have, but is also very hard for them to acknowledge and/or unlearn. some also know and don't care bc they truly believe their racist thoughts. since the beginning of time (in America), Black people have been viewed as scary, dangerous and thugs and etc. even within Black communities, unfortunately, there's segregation between "light skin" and "dark skin" where "light skin" people are viewed as "pretty" and easily approachable + more sought after and put on a higher pedestal than "dark skin" people who are viewed as "rough", "scary", and having an "attitude problem". an example of inherent racism could be: no matter how hard someone would try to say they aren't racist, if they see a Black person walking towards them on the sidewalk/near their car they get scared and cross the street/lock their doors. people are using that same logic when it comes to dogs. Black dogs = Scary and Dangerous creatures. whenever they see one on the street, they're more likely to get scared by that dog than say, a light brown or golden one. bc we're taught, as a society, that Black is scary and dangerous. even when it comes to yin and yang, Black is negative, white is positive. Black magic is a bad thing, whereas White magic is good. when people think of nice and pure, they think of white. i could honestly go on and on but yes to answer your question: *tldr* inherent racism is deep-rooted racism that is very hard for someone to unlearn. it relates to dogs because people are using their same racist logic (Black is bad, dangerous, and scary) when it comes to dogs. Thus, not adopting the Black dogs because they think Black dogs are scary and dangerous and won't make a good, nice family pet. lol i hope this makes sense! i didn't expect it to get this long, i guess i'm just passionate about this lol idk

[@abear2874]

It’s pretty racist to equate black dogs to humans and think “dog racism” is a thing, you probably think people not wanting child mauling pit bulls is “racist” too.

[@edenjaycollins6055]

@@blaykehawk2714 Ah okay, I get what your saying but I'm going to be honest I don't agree, not with inherent racism that's definitely a thing, as in we're not taught as a society that dark = bad and light = good. I've studied colour theory and our perception of colours is much older then racism and deeply ingrained in the human psych, our fear of dark comes from the night, the dark is scary and unknowing you can't see through it and to our ancestors it would have also been the most dangerous time, its an evolutionary trait. And likewise with the day, the light, when we can see and when we're safer its associated with good. I don't think you would be able to change that aspect of the human mind like I said its an evolutionary instinct. However that doesn't mean it can't impact people and I think your right about it being part of colourism and favouring light skin people over dark and intensifying racism, and it definitely impacts dogs as black dogs are a bad omen in almost every culture. Again I hope this doesn't come of as rude I don't want to minimise or undermine racism or its impacts, this is all with peace and love

[@blaykehawk2714]

@@edenjaycollins6055 omg, no this doesn't come off as rude or dismissive at all!! thank you for being so open to this conversation and providing a different perspective. i've never studied color theory and tbh i only ever thought about it when color grading a video/photo editing and interior design lol so i didn't know it got into the history of color, but i have always wondered why we're scared of the dark. that's very interesting! a lot of people in the chat were also saying it's the same for Black cats. i know black cats are a bad omen in some cultures ... it's all just very curious haha .. i wonder if THAT'S why racism exist .. ya know?? bc ppl are scared of the dark which just makes them subconsciously scared of all dark things in general, including people??? hm. lol idk i just made that up

[@chloeaddison3490]

my family has a “foster fail” as well and he is such a sweet dog. we foster potential service dogs, and not to be rude but buddy just. was never fit to be one, he isn’t the sharpest knife in the drawer as well as being afraid of kids, but it was obvious that he thought he was already at his forever home when he was with us, so we kept him, and that was over 5 years ago now, and he is a wonderful pet. congratulations on adding a new member to the pack, loni seriously hit the jackpot with you guys

[@kristimas13]

I've got to say, when I saw your instagram story months ago saying, "This little one has my whole heart," it became unimaginable to me that Loni would be adopted anywhere better than into your family. You've got a wonderful family and pack, Julien, and we are all in awe of your endless kindness and love for the people, creatures, and things you care about. Wishing Loni a wonderful long, long life journey with your family.

[@hithereiam4878]

Julien was like Daddy Warbucks in Annie. He saved Loni from a sad place & gave her the life she deserves. Welcome to a whole lot of love & an amazing family Loni/Inol I know you and Jenna will give her so much love. Happy for Peach to have a pal & Marbles to have a soft new place to not know where he is. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@unicornbones]

This made me cry. May the Universe continue to shine on you and Jenna. Keeping doing what you do. Thank you.

[@astrog5258]

I think this was meant to be. She fits in so well with her family I couldn’t visualize her anywhere else. You fought so hard for her and I’m glad you pulled her out of the failed adoption cycle.

[@leademi1387]

Now that you've decided to make Loni and official member of the family, have you considered also getting her certified as a therapy dog? In addition to being a greyhound ambassador, she can bring comfort to those with special needs, or even programs where kids practice their reading skills by reading aloud to dogs.

[@travelswithblindcane]

Yeah, she definitely seems to have the personality type for it!

[@noodleboodle7038]

I was just about to comment this

[@cutiemama2913]

Do y'all have enough pasture for so many horses?? 😅 Sending all the love to you guys. What a family you've made!

[@khonkala665]

Black dogs are often overlooked and adopted last. That’s one reason I love them so much.

[@MovieTrollop]

I love this so much. Congratulations on the fam upgrade! 💜💜💜 “Foster fail” is fiction. It’s propaganda. Finding a forever home is always the goal. Always.

[@snickeysnack5000]

omg Julien getting emotional immediately brought tears to my eyes too. I'm so happy for yall and the pack and shes precious, love u guys

[@TheLaetaPuella]

"they meet the one who was meant to not leave" 💗🐾 love that. you guys are amazing for caring for these babies and giving them a new life. thank you for what you do!

[@ems4456]

Our own rescue lived on a rescue farm for six months, touring adoption shows but apparently "No one wanted him". We couldn't have been luckier in finding him. He's the best thing to ever happen to us. Your hearts are much bigger than mine because if I ever fostered a dog that's just me adopting with extra steps. Congrats on the furever home Loni!

[@Bmoore295]

"Foster fails" are really just a family members that were meant to be. I am so happy for you and the whole pack.

[@virgofairy88]

Congratulations Loni! She’s going to have the best life with you, Jenna and the dogs. We rescued a schnauzer eight years ago and he bounced around several foster homes before we decided to take him (he really liked my dad and my dad wanted him)-he’s a great dog and once you get past the hyper behavior and the barking-he’s actually very sweet and loving. Rescue dogs are truly so special and make amazing dogs when the right person gives them a chance. I hope to rescue dogs one day too.

[@kabby5454]

Just went through the same exact process with my foster kitten. He got overlooked day in and day out and I couldn’t stand the stress of him growing up in a shelter. He’s part of the family now and fits in better than I ever could have expected. Congrats on adopting Loni, everything happens for a reason! ❤️

[@jennamilleryall]

The way you talk about Loni reminds me of my dog Sheriff. He was the most amazing boy because not only did he love people but he loved other dogs to the point where he almost was like a therapy dog to other dogs. She sounds like such a unique spirit and I’m so glad you get to go with her on her amazing life journey xoxo

[@ktnana1]

Julien! I'm an older millennial, I haven't jumped on the twitch bandwagon yet and I've also just had a baby 8 months ago so I'm extremely out of the Julien loop. This video made my heart burst- Loni is gorgeous, congrats to the whole family! Can you do a dog update video for KZbin for us old mom millennials 🤣 love you guys, so happy for you!

[@simply_symira]

this just made me cry. hearing about loni's adoption process broke my heart but she found her forever home with you and jenna and it feels like it was meant to be that way from the start. it's where she belongs!! i'm so happy for her and y'all. the best dog parents in the world

[@mackenziedesire7515]

I had a feeling this might happen since they had her so long, but it's still nice to see (possible negatives asides). They're gonna have SO many dogs eventually, and I'm so happy the greyhound/rescue community has them and other people like them. Definitely a big inspiration, especially since I adore dogs and really hope to foster some in the future when I have the space. eta: julie is such a sweetheart and loni is such a big baby, just sitting in his lap. so cute!

[@coffeegirl18]

Aww she's a sweetheart. Love that Bunny has a bestie and she even gets along with the Littles 💜