A Worried Puppy in a Shopping Cart
While on their way to a doctor’s appointment, Dyesa and her friend encountered a small puppy alone in a shopping cart outside a grocery store in Phoenix, Arizona. The puppy’s worried expression prompted them to stop and investigate. After speaking with store employees, they learned the puppy had been there since early morning, with no sign of an owner.
A Rescue Effort Begins
Concerned for the puppy’s well-being, Dyesa and her friend provided him with food and a jacket to keep him warm. They then contacted Maricopa County Animal Care & Control, who took the puppy into their care. Dyesa shared the puppy’s story on TikTok, hoping to find him a home. Many viewers expressed concern and anger at the perceived abandonment.
The Truth Revealed
Five days after her initial post, Dyesa shared an update: the puppy hadn’t been abandoned at all. He had escaped from his home, and his owner had been frantically searching for him, contacting local shelters. Due to a three-day stray hold, the puppy hadn’t yet been entered into the shelter system, hindering the owner’s search.
A Joyful Reunion
A friend of the owner saw Dyesa’s TikTok video and immediately alerted him. Overjoyed, the owner rushed to the shelter to reclaim his beloved pet, whose real name was Roy. Dyesa, who happened to be visiting Roy at the shelter that day, witnessed the emotional reunion. Roy’s excitement was palpable as he jumped and smiled upon seeing his owner. Roy was happily reunited with his family, including his doggy brother, bringing a happy ending to a stressful ordeal. The owner expressed immense gratitude to Dyesa for her compassion and for sharing Roy’s story, which ultimately led to their reunion.
