Completing Families: The Story of Tess and Ben

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Tess and Ben both made their way to HHDR from Texas via our rescue partners. Tess (formerly Tootie) arrived in February 2014 after being fostered by Debbie Rowe. She was rescued from life on the streets, a stray just trying to take care of her two pups (Candy and Connie who were also rescued and sent to HHDR).

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Ben arrived in February 2016 after being fostered by Alicia Gaye Allen. He had been living in a car with two other dogs and his original owner, (who fell on hard times), made the loving decision to let him go in search of a better life up north. Meanwhile in Central New York, the family had been looking for a second pup, but Tess was being very choosy and snubbed all the dogs that Mom and Dad had been considering. However, when she spotted Ben at HHDR on the coldest day of the year, her tailed started wagging and she immediately walked over to him. The family took a walk together outside to see how they got along, and it was apparent Tess had chosen Ben to be her new brother.

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We are happy to share a pupdate about these two cuties. Mom says Tess is kindest, sweetest dog ever.​ She is completely in tune with her Mom and Dad and has trained them well. Mom says Ben is precious and loved. He loves treats and his people. Both dogs love their walks. Tess and Ben are adored by their parents, who said nothing can compare to spending quality time with their fur babies.

Tess, Ben, Mom, and Dad are big supporters of HHDR and always come out to our events like Pumpkins and Pooches. Tess and Ben have also been featured in many of our HHDR calendars (January 2016, April 2017, February 2019). We appreciate their support and are so happy that Tess and Ben found their forever family together.

We appreciate your support in helping dogs like Tess and Ben find a “new leash on life!”