Only days before she was expected to welcome her puppies, a pregnant dog was brought to Dickenson County Shelter in Virginia by the owners she had known. In a matter of moments, everything familiar was gone.
The shelter staff could see how much she needed gentleness, so they quickly wrapped her in comfort and affection, making sure she knew she was finally somewhere safe.
Soon named Yuki, the sweet mama appeared to feel that safety too. She released a deep, lingering sigh, almost as though the fear and weariness she had been carrying could finally leave her body. Knowing her puppies would arrive soon, the staff set up a warm whelping box where she could deliver them quietly and peacefully…