When we met, the dog pulled so hard toward me that the handler let go of the leash
Fate Intervened When a Rescue Dog and Cat Refused to Be Overlooked February 11, 2026 Guest Contributor Julie Delesdernier This story was originally shared on The Animal Rescue Site. Submit your own rescue story here . Your story just might be the next to be featured on our blog ! My first rescue came from Sarge’s Rescue, a no-kill shelter in Waynesville, in December 2021. I was on their website looking for a cat to help someone else cope with a recent loss. Instead, I saw a picture of an adorable mixed-breed dog who looked like he was smiling. I immediately requested to meet him. Julie Delesdernier When we met, he pulled so hard toward me that the handler let go of the leash. The dog — named Crosby — ran straight into my arms as if we had always known each other. It was a perfect match. To make it even sweeter, his foster family sponsored the adoption as a Christmas gift, wishing us a “Merry Christmas.” Julie Delesdernier My second rescue is my six-year-old cat, Mowgl...
