The Story Of Buttercup: Dog Files Success Story

When we first got Buttercup.
When we first got Buttercup.

On June 13th, a special 2 month old mangey puppy came into my life. Covered in scabs, bloody with open wounds, swollen from secondary skin infections, eye infections, and urinary tract infections. This little girl was a complete mess. The question was, how did a young puppy end up in a such a pitiful state? Well, this puppy was a pure example and image of what we call neglect.

Introducing Buttercup…regardless of the obvious discomfort, this little girl would wag her tail every time my eyes met hers. For a young puppy who merely entered the world 2 month ago, her happy-go-lucky personality easily disguised the horrors of her past.

Buttercup was taken from a guy who acquired her from his neighbors, they were planning on killing her with a rock, due to her “conditions”! You would think this guy’s intentions were to save her life, however, that was far from the case. The truth was, he wanted to breed her instead! After escaping a near death experience, Buttercup was found in the backyard deteriorating slowly waiting for help to arrive.

I could never grasp the thought of being so defenseless with no one to care for you…Just the thought of her sitting alone broke my heart, it was a reality I didn’t want to believe in. Sadly, I knew this kind of neglect happens all too often. Regardless, I wanted things to be different for her. On the day I picked her up, I promised her a second chance.

Buttercup Before And After
Buttercup Before And After

In a short three month period time, Buttercup had fought off all her medical issues and even learned how to jump onto the bed. Even better, she also mastered the art of manipulation, charming her way out of trouble easily. Looking at Butters now, I no longer see the traces of her past. She now sleeps on a comfy bed, plays with toys, and most importantly, has someone to care for her. In short, she came a long way and in that short period of time became one of the strongest and happiest dogs I’ve ever met. There was no more sadness, no more pain. She was ready to move on and I knew her home was out there waiting for her.

I’ve always believed that everything happens for a reason, maybe that’s why I was so overjoyed with excitement when Buttercup’s time came and the perfect home came around. It was love at first sight for Keri and Nate when they first met Buttercup. I knew from that moment this was her family, but needless to say…the moment was still a bittersweet one for me. I remembered that little 2 month old helpless puppy that I worked with everyday and couldn’t help but feel empty at the thought of her leaving. However, seeing her smiling up at me was all the confirmation I needed.

Buttercup has a family now, and when such an amazing dog like Buttercup finally finds a home to call her own, that ’empty’ feeling never felt so good. Butters was a fighter, she fought to survive and she never gave up. Now she is finally home with two loving parents Keri and Nate, a fur-sister Jemma and two human sisters! What a happy ending for this once helpless pup. Enjoy your life Butters!

— Melody Chen

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Buttercuo and her new family!
Buttercuo and her new family!
A very happy Buttercup!
A very happy Buttercup!
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givintolovin
givintolovin
12 years ago

The story say’s it all ! I need say nothing else.

BrianneVillano
12 years ago

She is beautiful and so are you. Thank you.

Teri Thorsteinson
12 years ago

Thank you for being there to get this pup from sad to happy…made me smile, big time!

Teri Thorsteinson
12 years ago

Thank you for being there to get this pup from sad to happy…made me smile, big time!

Guest
Guest
12 years ago

I really hope this is a happy ending for Buttercup…but I have concerns that she may used for breeding with her new owners . Take a close look at Buttercup’s fursister next to her dad… it apears that this pit has had a litter not that long ago. It would be great if Buttercup is just expected to be a great companion and not a means to make some extra cash. Bless you Buttercup

Jesse Thompson
12 years ago
Reply to  Guest

i dont think concerns are needed look at her now with her family so what if she passed on her line and her pupps are out there 2 good homes IF that is the case she looks happy connected and has a loving family of humans and furry friends xx

Melody
Melody
12 years ago
Reply to  Guest

Hi, I wanted to address your concerns. Buttercup is in a great family who loves and adores her, Buttercup is fixed so there is no chance of her being used as breeding nor would I EVER let her go to a home that wouldn’t not have her best interest in mind. Prior to them going to their forever home the potential homes are screened with an adoption application, a meet and greet, home check then a 2 week trial adoption. Her fur sister was also a rescue her forever home adopted who also had a bad case of mange. These people are good people and will never hurt their dogs. Their other dog is also fixed, they got her at a young age and fixed her right when she was old enough so to address your concern, no, they are not breeders. I just wanted to get it out there that as a rescuer I have the dogs best interest in mind and will not let her go anywhere unless I feel they are the perfect fit. 

-Melody

Judy Devine-Geuther
12 years ago

I love happy endings like this!

Jessygirl999
Jessygirl999
12 years ago

god bless u both buttie cup u are canine candy thank god that u were both collided into eachothers world! xxxx

Gourmet Dog Treats
12 years ago

Oh my god, They are true humans. People who abandon their dogs into the public when they are old must see what is real animal love. Anybody can love a cute looking healthy dog, but something in such a horrible situation, I would say you guys did a great job. Humanity still exists.

Iheartdogs
Iheartdogs
11 years ago

13 years ago, we found a little one that looked very much like Buttercup – so sick because of neglect, but also with such spunk and love in her heart. Our little “Yoda” grew healthy as a cherished part of our family, and just passed away a few weeks ago. RIP Yoda…

Kenn at Dog Files
11 years ago
Reply to  Iheartdogs

Sorry for your loss. : (

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