This Dog Wouldn't Eat After His Return To The Shelter — Then An Old Friend Saw Him On TikTok

July 17, 2024

Today's good news story comes from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

A dog named Max has found his forever home after a viral TikTok video led him to a familiar face.

The Pennsylvania SPCA shared the journey of Max, who was adopted as a puppy eight years ago but recently found himself back at the shelter due to unforeseen circumstances.

Max / Pennsylvania SPCA

Max's return to the shelter was heartbreaking. Terrified and heartbroken, he refused to eat, showing signs of deep distress. The Pennsylvania SPCA shared photos of Max's initial return.

Then, a TikTok video of Max's story went viral, capturing the attention of thousands. Among those viewers was someone from Max's past life who recognized him immediately.

@sarahbrown701 This job breaks my heart daily.💔 Max will be looking for a new home shortly at @The Pennsylvania SPCA. #adoptdontshop #adoptolddogs #fyp #pspca #spca ♬ Think Of Me Once In A While, Take Care - Take Care

Eager to provide him with a safe and loving environment, she stepped forward to bring Max back to a place where he felt cherished and secure.

"Max's new owner had seen the original TikTok and emailed our adoptions team," Sarah Brown, a worker at the Pennsylvania SPCA, told McClatchy News. "She had known him from his old life and we were excited to reunite him with a familiar face."

The SPCA shared photos of Max's life post-adoption, showcasing a remarkable transformation.

Pennsylvania SPCA

"Thank you to everyone who rallied for Max and to his old friends who have turned into his new family," the organization wrote in a social media update.