Despite being returned by her previous adopters due to the challenges of caring for her, Fiona, the furry girl, finally found a family who would give her the love she deserved. The Humane Rescue Alliance, a dedicated organization in America, remained committed to finding Fiona a forever home. Her condition, known as Cushing’s syndrome, caused hair loss, frequent urination, the need for expensive medication, and a distended stomach that nearly touched the ground.
Having been adopted in January, Fiona returned to the shelter in August. The volunteers knew that finding a suitable adopter for her would be a difficult task, but they refused to give up on her. Meanwhile, Monica Whitaker and her 5-year-old daughter, Myanni, were looking to adopt a kitten. However, when they came across Fiona, Monica asked if she was pregnant. Learning about Fiona’s unique condition and the challenges she faced, Monica realized why she had been overlooked by others.
In a heartwarming encounter, Myanni reached out to pet Fiona, and the volunteer handed her a piece of cheese to offer the dog. But instead of breaking it into small pieces, Myanni wholeheartedly gave Fiona the entire slice, hoping to see her pleased. It was in that moment that Myanni knew she wanted to adopt Fiona, and Monica couldn’t help but shed tears of joy. Understanding the struggles of rejection and challenges faced by others, Monica made the decision to adopt the beautiful dog instead of a cat.
The next morning, with tearful farewells from the rescue group, Fiona left the shelter after spending 120 days there. In no time, she started feeling at home with her new family. Monica’s eldest son took her for daily walks and allowed her on the couch, while Myanni shared her bed with Fiona. Fiona quickly became the beloved queen of the household, surrounded by love and care.
Fiona’s story is a testament to the power of empathy and the importance of giving animals a chance, no matter their unique circumstances. With her new family, Fiona found the love and understanding she had been waiting for, forever leaving behind the days of being overlooked and unloved.
If balm for your soul is what you need to read right now, I humbly present a balding peeing potbellied pit bull named Princess Fiona, and a 5 year old named Myanni who asked the animal shelter, “Do you take Cash App or card?” https://t.co/spvI1JQVPl pic.twitter.com/c1BJjpPNoj
— Jessica Contrera (@mjcontrera) December 19, 2022
