13-Year-Old Dog Sits Alone After Owner Vanishes In Tesla

A sad story out of Vancouver, Washington has captured hearts and sparked outrage online after a woman was caught abandoning her 13-year-old Labrador at a local park and driving off in her Tesla.

Captured on camera at Orchards Park, the heartbreaking footage shows the moment this loyal senior dog, named Henry, was betrayed by the only person he’d ever known. The woman calmly removed his collar and ID tags, led him to a trailhead as if for a walk, then turned around and sprinted back to her car—leaving Henry behind.

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The rescue organization I Paw’d It Forward shared the video online, writing, “This woman thought the best way to get rid of a dog was to take him to Orchards Park in Vancouver, WA tonight and leave him there to watch her drive off in her Tesla with Oregon plates.”

Henry, who had been with her since he was a puppy, didn’t run away. He just stayed put—waiting, perhaps believing she would come back. Tragically, she never did. Even more disturbing, she was reportedly telling friends in Portland that her dog had passed away.

Thankfully, alert parkgoers noticed the dog and called animal control. He was picked up, examined, and taken to safety. But the story didn’t end there.

Once the video went viral, tips began pouring in. Authorities were able to identify and locate the woman in Portland. Initially, she claimed she had “no other choice.” But the rescuers weren’t buying it.

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“She showed up in her Tesla and tried to spin a story,” the group posted. “Eventually, she admitted to it—but showed no real remorse.”

She could now face misdemeanor charges and civil penalties for animal cruelty.

One animal control officer summed it up perfectly: “Leaving your pet like this is considered cruelty.”

The woman’s excuse was that she couldn’t find a new home for Henry. But rescue workers emphasized there are always better options—like reaching out to shelters, nonprofits, and community aid programs that help with rehoming, food, and medical costs.

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Henry’s life may have started over in sorrow, but it didn’t end there. Today, he’s safe, cared for, and surrounded by people who see his worth. He’s getting the love he deserved all along.

As one rescuer put it:

“No dog, especially one who’s been loyal for 13 years, should ever have to feel what Henry felt.”

This content was created with AI assistance and edited by the iHeartDogs team.