Terrified Shelter Puppy Travels 3,000 Miles to Meet Her New Mom

At just six months old, a little puppy named Bagel was so frightened inside her California shelter kennel that she could barely accept a treat or allow someone to touch her. She pressed herself against the back corner, keeping her distance from anyone who approached. But when animal rescuer Rocky Kanaka sat beside her and learned why she had been surrendered, he knew this little girl deserved another chance. What he couldn’t have predicted was that someone nearly 3,000 miles away would see Bagel’s story and recognize something deeply personal in her frightened face. Bagel had only been at the shelter for about 48 hours after her previous family could no longer afford to care for her. She was still adjusting to unfamiliar surroundings, and even the smallest movements seemed to make her nervous. Rocky decided to spend time with her without rushing the interaction, hoping she would eventually feel comfortable enough to show a little of her personality. Credit: YouTube A Frightened Puppy Who Needed Time to Feel Safe When Rocky first entered Bagel’s kennel, he immediately noticed how tense she appeared. Her nose moved as she sniffed the air, but she remained cautious about getting close...