Our pets are our family. When something happens to our pets, whether they get sick or run away from home, our hearts shatter. After the special bond we develop with our beloved animals, the last thing we want is for them to exit our life without notice. Even with notice, our hearts are not prepared.
However, sometimes inevitable circumstances occur that separate our pets from us—sometimes temporarily, sometimes permanently.
For one woman in Ukraine, she was almost 100 percent certain that her dog, who disappeared from her yard in 2017, was never going to return. As any loving owner would do, the woman searched long and hard for her furry friend. However, many months went by, and she had no luck.
Miraculously, the woman came across a photo on Facebook of a thin, weak, dirty canine posted by a shelter, which was reposted over a hundred times. Although he was in bad shape, she knew right away by looking into the pup’s blue eyes that he was hers! Quickly, the woman called the shelter. She explained to them that the dog that they posted, whose name was Lord, was stolen from her yard back in 2017 and that she desperately wanted him back.
According to shelter worker, Galina Lekunova, “She’d been looking for her dog for two years.” Although two years is a long time to search for a missing animal, the woman certainly received a happy outcome.
The very next day, the woman visited the shelter to reunite with Lord. In video footage of their reunion, both the woman and the dog seem a little perplexed and nervous. However, after letting Lord sniff her hand, the dog started to get emotional, even jumping up to give his previous owner a hug and kisses. The woman was so delighted with the interaction that she began to cry. What a heartwarming moment!
After Lord was brought back to his forever home, the shelter posted the following on their Facebook page, which was translated into English: “Fantastic Monday! Tears of joy in the morning! All this time, the owners were looking for him, posted photos in groups. And here it is–a miracle. Thanks to your repost the dog was seen by a family friend living in Australia as well!!! I called the owners and they rushed for their treasure!”
We’re so happy to see Lord right back where he belongs! It’s always upsetting when a pet disappears, and to have them back, you know you’ll never take them for granted again.
The video footage below of the owner reuniting with her canine is too beautiful for words. Be sure to watch it, and share it on social media!
