As Yolanda, a teacher at San Marcos High School in Texas, was making her way to work, she had no idea a heartwarming surprise was waiting for her.
Just as she was about to enter the building, five little fur babies appeared out of nowhere, running straight toward her.
The malnourished puppies gazed up at Yolanda with pleading eyes, desperately seeking the help and compassion they so badly needed.
Feeling an immediate sense of responsibility, Yolanda rushed inside the school to find assistance. She turned to her coworker, Belinda Peña, a senior assistant at the school, to help care for the puppies.
Helping the Abandoned Furballs
When Peña went outside to check on the pups, she noticed a nearby cardboard box. That’s when it hit her—the puppies had been abandoned. These poor, hungry babies had escaped from the box in search of help.
After picking up the box, they discovered a heartbreaking note left behind by whoever had abandoned the puppies.
The note read: “Dog shelter didn’t want them. We can’t take care of them. The original owner wanted to throw them. I’m sure you can do something. I’m sorry.”
Moved by the situation, the school staff quickly jumped in to help. Since it was a hot day, they gave the puppies some water to cool them down and made sure they were comfortable.
The staff, who were working limited hours due to the summer schedule, felt grateful they happened to be there to help. Peña later reflected, “If not, who knows what would have happened?”
A Temporary Safe Haven
While waiting for animal control to arrive, the staff spent time playing with the sweet little pups. Peña recalled fondly, “They were the cutest things. They had big old ears … just happy little puppies.”
One teacher even fell in love with one of the pups and decided to take him home.
Searching for Forever Homes
As the animal control officer arrived, school counselor Kay Lynn Dodd found herself captivated by the remaining four puppies.
The officer mentioned it was the end of the day and wasn’t sure if anyone at the shelter could take them in immediately. That was all Dodd needed to hear.
“I couldn’t have that on my conscience,” Dodd told. Without hesitation, she decided to foster the pups herself, showering them with the love and care they desperately needed.
Under her care, the puppies thrived, enjoying playtime and affection in their foster home. Dodd lovingly named them Rotund, Buttercup, Bandit, and Snickers, each showing their gratitude by being incredibly affectionate.
A Bright Future Ahead
Though they’ve found joy in Dodd’s care, these furballs are eagerly waiting to meet their forever families—humans who will love them unconditionally.
With Dodd’s love and attention, these once-abandoned pups are now ready to take on the world, one wagging tail at a time.
Here’s hoping their greatest dream—a loving forever home—comes true soon!