'I love him and am considering keeping him': A hungry pup’s brave little visit turns into the chance at a warm, safe, and love-filled future with his chosen hooman

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Sarah Brown • Writer and Editor
Nov 20, 2025 3:00 PM EST

When a friendly, scruffy stranger just strolls into the house like he pays rent, you know the Cat Distribution System has competition because this time, a dog pulled the move. Dirty, starving, and collar-less, this sweet boy walked right off the street and into someone's heart. A quick vet visit revealed no clear owner, just a confusing phone call and then radio silence. With no one claiming him and with how hungry he was, it's hard not to suspect he was abandoned.

For now he's being fostered, fed, loved, and evaluated and he's fitting in well. Yes, he's gassy enough to clear a room. Yes, he's a little too enthusiastic about the resident pets. And yes, he might have allergies. But he's also gentle, social, and clearly thrilled to be somewhere safe.

If no owner comes forward, keeping him is definitely on the table. The hope is that with time, training, and slow introductions, he'll coexist happily with the resident pug and cats. It already feels like he chose this home long before anyone realized it.

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    Bro walked straight into my house today off the street. No collar, dirty, starving, but very friendly. I took him to the vet to see if they could find his owner via microchip. They got ahold of a woman who claimed not to be
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    the owner and said she'd called the real one. Then her phone was turned off and nobody came to claim him. They have my contact info in case someone looks for him at the vet tomorrow.
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    I am fostering him until I can figure this out but based on how dirty and hungry he was, I think he was abandoned. The vet mentioned he may also have allergies based on the red on his face?
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    I love him and am considering keeping him if the owner can't be found. He farts so much though, god damn. He is neutered but has already tried to mount my (spayed) pug a few times. He seems very interested in my cats as well. Friendly, but I still wouldn't leave them alone together at this point.
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    I'm hoping we can all coexist if it comes down to it. But I could use any and all advice for this good boy.
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    AlexsCereal Please keep him he's so precious
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  • He definitely looks like an absolute cutie pie. That sweet face, those soft eyes, and the way he instantly trusted you say everything. Hard not to fall for a little guy like that.

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    Fair-Ad1186 That's definitely not a bully.... that's 100% a certified angel baby
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    scottyownsyou We all know about the cat distribution system...but you have to be super lucky to be chosen in the DDS Congrats.
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    MundaneFlower2... He looks like such a sweet baby who just wants to be the goodest boy for you!!
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    AccidentalBlackW... Yeah you're not fostering him. Congratulations on your newest edition!
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  • This doggo is definitely here to stay. He walked right in, made himself comfy, and clearly decided this is home now. Honestly looks like he’s already fallen for everyone in the house.

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    Gogobunny2500 You're so lucky! What a baby!
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    JackelopesRReal What a doll! Hope it all works out, he'd be a great addition
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    Puzzleheaded_P... Correction. The pocket bully adopted YOU. Lol
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  • He has definitely picked you as his hooman. The way he walked in, made himself comfortable, and refuses to leave your side says it all. Some pups just know exactly where they belong.

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    VoodooDuck614 Snack Pack sized hippos are the best. They love with every fiber of their being. I hope your little family gels.
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    audio_addict Definitely looks like a pup abandoned by a backyard breeder for have health issues due to bad breeding. Still a perfect pup worthy of love. The original "owner" is a piece of shit wherever they are.
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