That day appeared to be just a typical day for Leilani Slocumb. She dropped off her children at school and was headed back home.
Unbeknownst to her, her day would unfold quite differently than she had anticipated.
As she neared the entrance of her residence in Georgia, she was astonished to spot an enigmatic visitor awaiting her arrival. Curled up on the doormat, he gazed at her with eyes brimming with hope.
Requesting Assistance
When Slocumb drew closer, she realized it was a dog that had chosen her home and was asking her family for assistance. Her heart ached at the sight of him in such poor condition. The dog, later named Bo, was emaciated and frightened.
Noticing Slocumb approaching, he stood up and huddled in the grass, fearing she would shoo him away.
Recognizing that Bo was in desperate need of food, Slocumb offered him some. The moment he saw it, he began to devour the meal eagerly. After his first bite, he looked at his savior with gratitude in his eyes. He understood that he had chosen the right person.
Once the pup had eaten, he appeared content in his new environment.
Slocumb’s husband and stepdaughter gave him a bath. Slocumb contacted the veterinarian to schedule an appointment. She wanted Bo to undergo a medical examination at the earliest opportunity.
The fact that the family looked after him helped Bo feel reassured.
“He has truly warmed up to us and is doing great,” Slocumb posted on TikTok.
His Previous Owners Abandoned Him
When Bo arrived at the veterinarian, he underwent a comprehensive medical evaluation. The gentle dog was diagnosed with mange and required antibiotics, but aside from that, he was in good health.
Upon scanning him for a microchip and discovering one, the vet believed Bo would stay at the clinic while efforts were made to reach his previous owners.
The veterinarian assumed that Bo’s owners would be searching for their dog and would be delighted to learn he had been located. However, after contacting them, the vet felt saddened and disheartened.
Bo’s former owners stated they no longer wanted the dog. They had given him up six months prior and handed him over to someone else whose identity they were unaware of.
A Fresh Start
“After an exhausting day, we returned home and Bo rolled right into the dirt, the happiest he has been since joining us. He knows he is home now,” she shared on TikTok.
Slocumb and her family made the decision to adopt Bo. They believed he was destined to be a part of their lives and transform it forever.
Bo was euphoric. He couldn’t stop wagging his tail. The charming pup realized he was no longer alone in this world. He finally discovered someone who would nurture and love him.
I am delighted to hear that Bo has found a caring family and a permanent home in Georgia. His family has gained a lifelong best friend. They will shower him with the affection he has longed for throughout his life. He will never be alone again.