Espy’s early life was far from ideal. She grew up without experiencing the love and care that dogs deserve.
Used primarily for breeding, it’s believed she had given birth to a litter just six months prior.
When her owner became overwhelmed and couldn’t provide adequate care, the situation escalated into a case of hoarding.
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Fortunately, Espy, along with 21 other dogs, was rescued and taken to the Austin Animal Shelter.
When she arrived, she was both terrified and malnourished.
However, once she sensed the genuine care and affection from the shelter staff, her innate loving nature emerged.
Morgan, who visited the shelter, was instantly smitten by Espy.
“She was willing to come up to me and she gave me a couple of kisses. I filled out adoption papers right away,” Morgan recalled.
On a whim, she decided to adopt Espy and sent a text to her husband, Allen, exclaiming, “Look what I did.”
To Morgan’s delight, Allen wasn’t upset. In fact, he was thrilled.
Morgan was confident that Espy would seamlessly integrate into their household, which already had a smaller dog.
True to her belief, Espy quickly made herself at home, snuggling up on the couch for a well-deserved nap.
In her new environment, Espy’s zest for life was evident. She would enthusiastically jump around, showering her new parents with affectionate licks.
While Morgan might not be a fan of the wet kisses, she adores Espy and indulges her.
In their loving home, Espy quickly became the center of attention, with some even dubbing her a “daddy’s girl.”
Allen fondly remarked, “I always call her my little baked potato.”
He continued, “Her ears are so funny they kind of stick out to the side and when she runs, they bounce. I can’t see a world without her.”
However, Morgan insists that Espy has a special bond with her. Espy has an uncanny ability to sense when Morgan is upset, often even before Morgan realizes it herself.
Espy’s comforting presence is undeniable. She’s always eager to snuggle up with Morgan, offering solace and warmth.
Moreover, Espy’s expressive nature makes it easy to gauge her emotions, whether it’s through her facial expressions or the playful movement of her ears.
One of Espy’s newfound joys is playing frisbee. As her Instagram page proclaims, “Frisbee is life.”
She also enjoys spending time with her sister and her canine boyfriend, Smoke.
While Espy is thriving in her new environment, there are still remnants of her past life.
Having never lived in a house before, she sometimes struggles with basic tasks like walking through doorways. On such occasions, her loving parents are always there to assist, carrying her if needed.
Espy’s journey from a challenging past to a loving forever home is truly heartwarming. What a sweet little girl.
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