What great illustrations - love the dog's expressions and characterisations

Rizzo (aka Rizzy fo Shizzy) approves this message. He has been with us for 2 months and is still in the early stages of what Black Dog went through, but he is getting better every day and loves "his" couch. Rizzo-5ba8...786c47.jpg

This is our dog Shilo that we rescued 4 years ago. It was just after we lost another beloved dog and he just came into our lives at the right time. He a beautiful Border Collie cross and he is so playful friendly smart and loving and will do all kinds of tricks most of which he taught himself, to get attention. He is a wonderful example of how adopting an animal is a great idea and I would recommend that anybody do it. This is a picture of him playing in our garden. Shilos-fir...3d5597.jpg

That made me smile. And the dog's eyes in the photo at the end....what a cutie.

My husband and I were just discussing how our rescue, who we have now had about a year and a half, is a totally different dog from the one we adopted. She's happy, spoiled, and loved beyond belief. I sometimes wonder if she even remembers where she started (I almost hope she doesn't). It's true what the author says, we CAN'T fix everything. But bringing joy to just one creature who was neglected/unloved really IS something!

The last thing I wanted or needed was a dog; especially one that had been starved and abused. Or so I thought. Once I witnessed how pitiful she looked, I picked her up and carried her home, cradled in my arms and promising she would never be hungry or harmed again. Now, six years on, she is a treasured member of the family and happily spoiled by the entire household; and my constant shadow and companion. Her quiet presence has changed my world for the better. Please, if you have the opportunity to save a suffering animal, put the possible "buts" and "what ifs" aside and take the chance. You never know, in doing so you just may be saving yourself in the process. 15193485_1...470046.jpg

A fantastic story, beautifully told. Some of the drawings remind me of my current rescue. An older, badly treated dog who has taken a longer time to come out of his shell than our previous rescues did. He is improving though and it is heartening to see each brave step he takes. The day he let us tickle his belly for the first time was so special. He was bouncing and jumping across our kitchen recently - even though he has dodgy knees! A beautiful, glossy coated boy who will always be much loved.

I am all for Adopt, don't shop! My senior dog was a rescue, a product of a very horrid puppy mill - she was one of the dogs they used as a breeder. She came from an awful situation to the rescue group, but was the best dog ever!

Oh this is just to sweet! Such a pretty baby!

Wonderfully illustrated and absolutely true. In every one of my 80 years, every pet who came into our household was a rescue. Some were rather difficult at first, but all turned out to be utterly wonderful companions.

Black dogs are gorgeous!!

I "spontaneously" adopted 8 cats during the years. All worked out well. A little love goes a long way. As long as I'm able I will continue to care for my loves at home and also on the street.

Thank you for not only giving her a new home, but, a new life! ADOPT Don't Shop!

Love.

All my pets have been rescues. I didn't rescue them with any higher purpose than to give an unwanted animal a home and even though a couple of them have proven to be huge challenges, I could not love them any less. Time, patience and tons of love have proven that it is never too late to adopt. I've loved all my furry friends as if they were of my blood and they, in turn, have given me more than 100% back.

I love this. The narrative is so heart warming and appealing, I just kept reading and reading and smiling. Thank you for making this sweet black dog's life a heaven. May every animal have a home, food, warmth and love. Oчень хорошо!

Thank you for sharing your story of your black dog! I've always adopted my dogs and cats from shelters, or from people who didn't want them anymore. I've never regretted any of my fur babies.

Great story and even greater illustrations. There may be hope for humans after all - our hearts get a little bit bigger with every furry addition to the family.

What a beautiful idea, adopt an animal from a shelter&give them buckets of love...They will give it all back in spade...

... and thats how i found the best pal in the world ... Fonzie Bulldog. :) x 1000

This is so true. Hapyy for you everything worked out so fine.

I want to cry ! (Always when I read this kind of stories haha) really beautifull.

this is adorable

I'm not purposefully trying to be funny but... lol. Did you "take" the dog or adopt the dog. Either way; all good. No skin off my tits but you keep saying the word take. Also the "don't spend money" comment when shelters usually charge a fee. Lol. Lastly, and this made me belly laugh after thinking you had stolen a dog from an animal shelter, the illustration of a literal cage cut open. Just being me. Nosy. So... nice chatting with ya :)

Darn onions.

Beautiful

I fully agree with getting a pet from a shelter. However, it's not usually free. They ask for money to cover shots and meds they needed to give. I would certainly do that, just keep in mind that it isn't usually free.

Eyes not wet. Eyes not wet.

I have a tear in my eye...

My beautiful mix's mother was dumped when pregnant with her and her pack. I don't think my life would be the same without her, she's the best beast I've had ❣️

And my three fur babies agree with you, lol! One Walmart dog (you know,someone in the parking lot with free puppies), one Craigslist "please take this dog", and one stray my daughter brought over who is a work in progress for now.

OMG THAT WAS SO CUTE that deserves more likes anyone who reads this comment plz like this story that was ADORABLE

fantastic and oh so real I have 2 shelter dogs one is deaf and had been in a puppy mill then dumped after a batch of puppies, we ended up freeing her and the puppies. no I got her after the weaning she was going to be put down as no one wanted a deaf dog, and yes it has been a work of art with her, as we do not look at mum when we do wrong as the hand signals are mean to me.the other is a mosnter of a dog standing up taller than me , ok so I am not quite 5ft. but loving and they are just a joy as my Hubby passed away and they fill a small gap well a large gap really

Totally adorable. Sure hope it invites someone to try to adopt a critter.

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Great story.

I love the comic, love the story, am moved and really enjoyed the last real pic - she looks so happy! Bless you, good people!

LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is so sweet that I'm gonna cry

Awww this warms my heart very much! Thank you very much for being such a loving person to animals.... I'm glad that this dog is finally home and loved! <3

Lovely story

makes me cry.

Really nice , but the main is the "message given in the last illustration" , so don't spend money for buying pets , adopt from shelters , thumbs up!

Wow this story is amazing and so real. I have a princess like in your story and their story it was exactly how you draw <3 Here it is a picture from my little love ;) https://imgur.com/a/xuDTcKN

Awwww! I'm Not cryin you are!!!!*sniffs*