Henry marked the beginning of Cynthia's and Andre's adoption journey, and it turned out to be their best decision yet. At an adoption event in CO, they initially intended to meet another puppy, but he had already found a home. Fortunately, this led them to encounter Henry, who captured their hearts instantly. When Cynthia entered Henry's pen, he eagerly approached her, climbed into her lap, and exposed his belly. Both Cynthia and Andre knew right away that Henry was the one for them. "Little did I know then that whenever we’d go look at a pet to adopt, we’d come home with the one that went belly up in my lap," Cynthia shares.

Then came Baloo. Feeling that Henry needed a companion, Cynthia and Andre considered adding a kitty to the family, especially an adventurous one. When Cynthia met little Baloo at a sanctuary in Evergreen, CO, he embodied everything they had hoped for in a pet: playful, sweet, and confident. Eventually, Baloo also melted into Cynthia's arms, showcasing the same belly-up behavior that won their hearts before. When Cynthia went to complete Baloo's adoption paperwork, he eagerly awaited her, pressing against the glass door of his room. "I think we chose each other at that moment, it’s a memory I’ll never forget. Right away, Henry and Baloo became inseparable, literally within a couple of hours of meeting each other. It was beyond a perfect match!"

A few years back, Henry received a devastating diagnosis of cancer and sadly didn't make it, leaving Cynthia and Andre heartbroken, a pain that still lingers. Baloo, understandably, struggled with Henry's absence, showing signs of distress like refusing to eat and seeming depressed. In hopes of helping Baloo heal, they began searching for a new furry companion and came across Pan.

When they introduced Baloo to Pan, Pan immediately displayed the same endearing belly-up gesture that won their hearts before, followed by a loving kiss to Baloo. It was a clear sign for Cynthia and Andre that Pan was meant to join their family. "We knew right away and the same night we adopted Pancake, Baloo started eating again. Adopting Pan saved our family and he’s been healing us ever since."

If you're thinking about getting a pet, check out the "Adopt a Pet" Instagram page. You'll find lots of cute animals looking for homes. It's a great way to find your new furry friend and give a shelter pet a loving home.