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Newsweek
20-05-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Shelter Dog Finds New Home and Sibling After Heartbreaking Viral Clip
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A shelter dog who once broke hearts with his sad return to his kennel after an adventure with a volunteer has finally found his forever home, and the emotional moment has delighted social media users. In a newly released TikTok video shared on Sunday by @juliesaraceno2, Delano, a 2-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier/Boston terrier mix, can be seen wagging his tail as he walks out the shelter for the last time, with the people he now calls family. "[Three] days ago I posted bringing shelter dog Delano back from one of my adventures and how sad he was. After going viral, he got a lot of interest. Today he had his first meet and greet with a potential adopter," reads layover text in the clip. "To the surprise of no one... they loved him. And they made it official. He said his goodbyes to staff. And he left the shelter for the last time. He even gets a new sibling. Go live your best life Delano." From right, Delano is sitting in the back of a car with a leash on. He is also pictured saying his goodbyes to staff at the shelter after adoption. From right, Delano is sitting in the back of a car with a leash on. He is also pictured saying his goodbyes to staff at the shelter after adoption. @juliesaraceno2 and Benton-Franklin Humane Society, Kennewick Julie Saraceno told Newsweek that Delano originally arrived to the Benton-Franklin Humane Society, in Kennewick, Washington, in July of 2024, and was then adopted for seven months but sadly it didn't work out and they returned him in March. "A couple weeks ago, I asked one of the staff members who I should take out on an adventure (I do one per week), and they nominated Delano. He's been looking quite sad in his kennel, so I was more than happy to take him out to cheer him up," Saraceno said. "He literally skipped out of the shelter cause he was so happy for a break! But when we got back, he looked visibly sad. It is the reality of these adventures that they love the break, and it helps them to de-stress, but it's also sad when I have to take them back." The number of animals in shelters is slowly beginning to decline, thanks to an increase in owners choosing to adopt their fur-babies instead of buying them. The number of animals entering shelters in 2024 was around 5.8 million, down from 6.3 million the previous year, according to the American Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Euthanasia rates are also declining, with 607,000 animals euthanized in 2024, compared to 920,000 in 2023. The video quickly went viral on TikTok and it has so far received over 2.9 million views and 562,100 likes on the platform. One user, Kali, commented: "Wait I'm crying at how he was so happy to see a friend in the car his new sibling." Latrice2 said: "Why did I cry when he climbed up there to say good bye." AliceMckenzie wrote: "I'm SOBBING I have been thinking about him since the first video. Him wagging his tail the whole time." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Heartbreak at Face of Shelter Dog Realizing He's Going Back to His Kennel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A 1-year-old Australian cattle dog went viral after a shelter volunteer shared his reaction upon realizing his outdoor adventure was over and he was going back in his kennel. Little did he know that same clip would change his life. The viral TikTok video shared in April under the username @juliesaraceno2 shows Miso, who at the time was staying at the Benton-Franklin Humane Society in Kennewick, Washington, looking sad as he realizes he is not going home yet. "The moment shelter dog Miso realized the adventure was over and we were going back to his kennel" reads layover text in the clip. Saraceno told Newsweek that the "very smart and sweet" puppy was found as a stray and then transferred to the shelter where he was patiently waiting for someone willing to deal with how intelligent and high-energy he is. Screenshots of the viral clip show Miso smiling for the camera at the shelter. Screenshots of the viral clip show Miso smiling for the camera at the shelter. @juliesaraceno2 Thankfully, after the clip went viral, receiving over 667,000 views and more than 102,000 likes on the platform, it didn't take him long to find his very own human. Saraceno said: "He was adopted after someone saw his shelter dog adventure video. She drove four hours from Portland just to take him home." Adopting a pet is an incredibly rewarding experience that will give you the best friend you will ever have, but how should you go about choosing your pup? When selecting a dog for yourself or your family, size, activity level, temperament, and breed characteristics are all factors you should consider before making your final decision, according to MSD Veterinary Manual. Large dogs, such as golden retrievers, and active ones like Jack Russell terriers, need lots of room to run and play. Border collies must have something to do all the time or they will become bored. Many small dog breeds require a lot of exercise and attention, and may not be able to tolerate the rough play of young children. If you are undecided about which dog breed is best for your needs, you can speak to a veterinarian or a dog behavior expert to make a more-informed decision. Users in the comments also fell in love with the pup's cute little face and his playful demeanor. One user, Kel Anne, commented: "See this is why I couldn't take a dog for a day, my heart would SHATTER taking them back." Karla_Smm added: "My heart can't take this. Please someone adopt this precious baby." Mamastreets posted: "Aw he thought he found his forever. I am sobbing!" Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
