There is nothing more heartwarming than seeing a rescued dog realize they are safe at last. Recently, Kelly Williams, who runs Kelaroo’s Ruff Ranch — a non-profit sanctuary in Texas for abused and abandoned dogs — went above and beyond to secure the safety of a lonely puppy, who had the sweetest way of showing her gratitude.
Kelly learned about a 6-month-old puppy surviving on her own after being abandoned. Locals had spotted the dog but couldn’t catch her. The dog accepted food but kept her distance. Determined to help, Kelly arrived with food, hoping to win the puppy’s trust.
We heard about a hungry puppy who had likely been dumped. Locals had been leaving food, but the pup wouldn’t let anybody close. She was on land where the coyotes would surely get her if we didn’t find a way to rescue her. We have a dog sanctuary so we drove out with food to see if we could catch her. Part 2 will follow! #dog#puppy#rescue#stray#pets#dogmom#kindness#fyp#kelaroosruffranch#wishlist
Time was of the essence because the puppy was at great risk: “We knew we had to catch her before the coyotes did,” Kelly explained on TikTok.
Not wanting to scare the dog off, Kelly initially left the food and returned later that evening with a trap. Using a cooked steak to lure her in, they successfully secured the dog.
Part 2: we went back with a trap and our rescue friend brought a cooked steak. We need to get her before the coyotes do! Video sped up for you. #rescue #stray #puppy #dog #pets #dogmom #kindness #fyp #kelaroosruffranch #wishlistinbio #kelaroosruffranch #animals
The puppy, understandably skittish after weeks alone, needed time to adjust. “She was terrified,” Kelly recounted. “We got her home and set her up in a quiet, safe space.”
Though dehydrated and still scared, the puppy began warming up, relishing belly rubs and hand-fed meals.
Pt4. Phew! We got her home and we are both filthy and itchy. She’s a scared little thing, with lots of fleas, old scars and fresh bite marks. Shes about 5 months old and has been out there for weeks. She loved the belly rubs and got some Daddy love in the morning. We are getting her into our vet for full exam, shots and will get her spayed and healthy. We have had 11 unplanned dogs join our sanctuary since moving here (we had 14!) and the expenses are crazy. We have ways to help support the dogs in Linktree (amazon wishlist etc.). Welcome Sissy, we got you baby girl. #pets #dog #puppy #stray #rescue #kindness #fyp #kelaroosruffranch #animals #love #nonprofit #sissy
Less than 24 hours later, the puppy showed she felt at home. An update video reveals Kelly holding the dog, who clings to her, finally feeling secure.
“She is hanging on so tightly which means she sees us as her safe place now and not a threat,” Kelly shared on TikTok.
Pt.5 Dumped hungry puppy less than 24 hours after we had to trap her because she wouldn’t let humans near her. I can describe the feeling when they know they are safe and latch on to you. Pure love. We said no more but what do you do?? #dog #rescue #stray #puppy #pets #fyp #kindness #safe #babygirl #sanctuary #nonprofit #wishlist2022
Follow-up updates show Sissy, now the puppy’s name, bonding with the other dogs and going for a vet check-up. Kelly confirmed that Sissy would not be put up for adoption; instead, she has found her forever home at the ranch.
“She deserves some heaven after living in such hell,” Kelly wrote.
Just a few days ago, this abandoned puppy was scared and distant. Now, learning from the other dogs, she’s discovering how to play and enjoy life. Though unplanned, sometimes the universe has its own plans. Welcome home, Sissy.#dog #rescue #stray #puppy #kindness #safe #fyp #sanctuary #welcomehome #pets #pleasesupport #nonprofit
Look at that face ❤️🥹 It’s the face of a dog who knows she’s finally home. Thank you to Kelly for rescuing Sissy and giving her a forever home.
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