Original Article: https://blog.theanimalrescuesite.greatergood.com/tuggy-dog/

Life on the streets can be hard for a dog, but so can life in a shelter. Many dogs aren’t cut out for life in a cement cage, with little socialization or exercise. When dogs don’t adjust well to life in a shelter, it can be even harder for them to find adoptive homes because they may exhibit poor behaviors.

That was the case for a stray bully named Tuggy. The poor pup had been picked up by police and had so much energy, he couldn’t contain himself in a kennel.

When Tuggy was found, he had red, prolapsed glands in both of his eyes. His eyes, paired with his inability to sit still, made people think he was crazy. No one wanted to adopt him, and he desperately needed to be out of the kennel.

While that could’ve been the end of the road for Tuggy, since many bull breeds who aren’t adopted end up euthanized, Tuggy was given a second chance when a woman named Melissa hesitantly agreed to foster him.

Speaking with The Dodo, Melissa explained that a friend begged her to foster Tuggy, even if just for a weekend. She finally agreed and went to meet the “crazy” dog that no one wanted.

Melissa’s first impression of Tuggy was that he was “ridiculous,” as he bounced around with his pudgy face and bright red eyes. He had so much energy to get out but also enjoyed flopping down and taking a snooze.

Tuggy quickly made himself at home in Melissa’s house and even got along with her other dogs and husband. It wasn’t long before Melissa realized that she wouldn’t be able to let him go. No one else may have wanted him, but he was the perfect dog for her and her family.

He even went on to become a therapy dog and now helps Melissa and her husband welcome foster dogs into their home!

Watch the video below:

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You can follow Tuggy on Instagram, @tuggy_tugboat.

Source: The Animal Rescue Site Blog