The feeling of being alone is never pleasant, and it’s a common experience when we find ourselves in a new and unfamiliar environment. Animals can feel the same way, especially when they’re suddenly brought to a place that’s completely foreign to them. This particular story is about a small puppy who was rescued from a puppy mill.
Ruggles, a cute little Shih-Tzu pup, was saved from a puppy mill where he had a very tough life. Despite being small, he was still bigger than an average human hand. Living in such a bad place must have left him feeling anxious and scared. Fortunately, the Cherokee County Animal Shelter rescued him and gave him lots of love and care. However, what Ruggles really needs is a furry friend to keep him company.
Getting used to a new surrounding is not an easy task, whether you’re a person or even a small puppy like Ruggles. It’s quite possible that at some point, the thought of experiencing a completely new world outside of the puppy mill might have made him feel scared or uneasy.
Fortunately, the shelter had a solution to Ruggles’ predicament – a furry companion. They brought out a cute little kitten named Chompers, who was discovered all by herself under a porch at just two days old, and introduced her to Ruggles. The heartwarming video captures their initial encounter.
Similar to other young animals, they are full of energy and love to play. From the moment they met, they seemed to click right away. They happily romped around together, frolicking with the toys scattered about the room, without any signs of unease in each other’s presence.
In no time, the toys were forgotten as the two of them started bonding and enjoying each other’s company effortlessly. Their friendship was so strong that one would assume they had already moved on from the trauma they had experienced before. They both found happiness in their lives and lived it to the fullest.
In a matter of months, these once pitiful pets were unrecognizable. Ruggles, who had once suffered from severe health problems, transformed into a handsome pup and was adopted by a loving family. In fact, he even became the official ambassador for the Cherokee County Animal Shelter.
He assists by going to schools and teaching children about puppy mills and the importance of adopting shelter dogs, accompanied by his pet parent. Chompers, his feline sibling, was also adopted but by a different person, nevertheless, they are certain that she is content with her new family. According to the uploader, the shelter initially planned for both Ruggles and Chompers to be adopted together, but since Chompers played too roughly with Ruggles and he had health issues, it was decided that it was best for them to be adopted separately. Despite being apart, they are both content and loved by their respective families.