Thom had been a foster dad to many dogs, but when he came across a tiny, sickly puppy in desperate need of help, something felt different. The pup was scrawny, exhausted, and battling more than just malnourishment—he was also deaf. But none of that mattered to Thom. Without hesitation, he scooped up the frail little dog and brought him home, determined to give him the second chance he deserved.
The moment they arrived, the puppy—now named Moz—collapsed into a deep sleep. For the next day and a half, he barely moved, his small body finally able to rest after what must have been a rough start to life. Despite all the uncertainty, Moz showed something incredible: trust. Even in his exhausted state, he seemed to know he was safe.
As Moz regained his strength, he quickly bonded with Thom’s other dogs. They became his guides, helping him navigate the world despite his deafness. Every day, they went on walks together, soaking in the fresh air and new experiences. And every day, they passed the same house—the one with a little girl watching from the window, her eyes lighting up as they walked by.
At first, it was just a simple exchange: a wave, a smile, a moment of curiosity. But it became a daily ritual, something both Moz and the little girl, Lillian, looked forward to. One day, she stepped outside to meet them. The moment her tiny hands reached out to pet him, Moz leaned in, tail wagging with excitement. There was an instant connection, an unspoken understanding between them.
Thom saw it happen and had a thought—maybe Moz had already found where he truly belonged. To test it out, he let Lillian “dog-sit” Moz for a short time, and the results were undeniable. They were meant to be together. The little girl adored him, and Moz—who had once been a fragile, unsure pup—found comfort and joy in her presence.
Lillian did everything she could to convince her mom to let Moz stay, and it didn’t take long for her wish to come true. As soon as Moz received his final vaccination, Thom clipped on his leash, and together, they took the familiar two-block walk—this time, to his forever home.
What started as a foster journey ended in a perfect match. A once-lonely puppy had found his place, not just in a house, but in the heart of a little girl who saw him for who he truly was.
