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  • čas přidán 16. 06. 2024
  • What happened to Jenny the Chocolate lab puppy?! 🐶 Did Dawn the senior bull terrier get adopted? 🤫 And why wasn't Casper the Dodo Argentino shown on the shelter's adoption website, is he safe? 😳 These stories and more happy adoption announcements on this special Sitting with Dogs PUPDATE edition. ❤️
    🐶JOIN to support and be a part of what I am doing: / @rockykanaka
    00:00:00 Introduction
    00:05:06 Poppy the Boxer Pupdate
    00:17:47 Dawn the Bull Terrier Pupdate
    00:36:36 Casper the Dogo Argentino Pupdate
    00:56:20 Mila the Boxer Pupdate
    01:40:40 Jenny the Chocolate Labrador Retriever Pupdate
    02:18:31 Star the Pit Bull Pupdate
    🐶 Say hello to me:
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  • @rockykanaka
    @rockykanaka  Před 3 měsíci +1298

    Let me know if you love these Pupdates as much as I do and I'll keep them coming. Thank you for being a part of saving these dogs with me ❤ I'm so proud to be a part of this awesome community of Animal Lovers 🤙

    • @susanwitkowski5802
      @susanwitkowski5802 Před 3 měsíci +79

      Keep them coming Rocky!!! ❤❤❤

    • @Briannamerson
      @Briannamerson Před 3 měsíci +72

      I love these pup dates! Keep it up! Love the amazing work you do for dogs!

    • @jc2385
      @jc2385 Před 3 měsíci +48

      My fave videos! Love the updates.

    • @ljjackson7106
      @ljjackson7106 Před 3 měsíci +41

      Love them! Thanks Rocky!! ❤🦴🌹🦴

    • @tbella5186
      @tbella5186 Před 3 měsíci +40

      Pupdates are the best part of the channel!

  • @Moerocha62
    @Moerocha62 Před 3 měsíci +580

    Anyone who refers to their elderly dog as “gross” doesn’t deserve the privilege of owning a dog. It may not be glamorous caring for a sick, elderly dog, but compared to the love & devotion they gave you all their lives, it’s nothing and we OWE them.

    • @cheetahcreep
      @cheetahcreep Před 3 měsíci +54

      It's not glamorous but I don't care how much animal fluids and solids I get on me. Made a promise and that was forever. Also senior dogs are such great snuggle buddies. what's not to love?

    • @DamePiglet
      @DamePiglet Před 3 měsíci +33

      My senior dog is still housetrained but I've just ordered some undies to be ready for if/when she needs them.
      I love her so much & always will. She makes me a better person.

    • @tammywooley2635
      @tammywooley2635 Před 3 měsíci +11

      Regardless if animal or human old ones get thrown away, we are a disposable commodity.

    • @natsinthebelfry
      @natsinthebelfry Před 3 měsíci +20

      I love senior dogs so much! They have a gentle dignity to them and they respond to kindness with such incredible love and thankfulness. THEY don't want to have more medical issues, go slower, or potty where they shouldn't any more than you want them to. They can't help it! It comes with age, and time comes for us all.

    • @sunnymoon8161
      @sunnymoon8161 Před 3 měsíci +21

      To me, there's only puppies. Big puppy, small puppy, old puppy. Every single one of them has a heart of gold.

  • @KCnLex
    @KCnLex Před 3 měsíci +123

    Do YOU get tired of all of us "commenters" giving you positive affirmations? Because you are a good man, yes you are and you don't have to worry because you have a huge audience sending you virtual hugs! (Last sentence was attempt to be funny, but perhaps should leave that for the purr fessionals!)

  • @promisejrhodes
    @promisejrhodes Před 3 měsíci +66

    What do you mean you WISH you could sing, Rocky? You absolutely CAN sing! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 That part of the video was so touching.

    • @vbarriage
      @vbarriage Před měsícem +1

      I really want to live him, pet him... Tell him he never has to see that OLD family, not ever!! 8 would take him home in a heartbeat... But I work 7p to 7a. SO I
      sleep 8a to 6pm...
      My hours are not Fair to me, certainly not 'fair' to any animal! That's 5 days a week, Sat and Sun?. I sleep!!!. And, I am 80... Not sure how much more I can take. But I would love that 'Ghost' dog forever, walks, ocean visits... Lots of love!!! I am sorry!!!

  • @Sunset_is_my_dog
    @Sunset_is_my_dog Před 3 měsíci +435

    The senior (second) doggies story left me in tears. How can anyone just dump their senior dog after so many years together??? And how many senior dogs don't ever get to have a new family, and end up sitting in a shelter forever or even get put down? This is so sad. Thank you Rocky for what you are doing for these dogs!!!❤

    • @tbella5186
      @tbella5186 Před 3 měsíci +39

      I don't understand it either. Most of us would do ANYTHING for more time!
      We have an older Corgi/Dutch Shepherd mix and we will continue to do absolutely anything we can until the end of his days.

    • @tommacdonald1982
      @tommacdonald1982 Před 3 měsíci +13

      People choose animals like they do children. Mostly babies get adopted

    • @Sunset_is_my_dog
      @Sunset_is_my_dog Před 3 měsíci +6

      @@tbella5186 yes absolutely!

    • @junelew3744
      @junelew3744 Před 3 měsíci +13

      sometimes people die or get ill and their families don't want a dog to look after

    • @maryshaffer5675
      @maryshaffer5675 Před 3 měsíci +14

      I live in senior citizens building. They do try to find placement for left behind animals if owners die or go into nursing homes for rest of life.

  • @deborahhowell6883
    @deborahhowell6883 Před 3 měsíci +376

    The pupdates are my favorite. My heart melts each time. Rarely do I not break down and cry. Thank you for all you and your beautiful wife do.

    • @rockykanaka
      @rockykanaka  Před 3 měsíci +19

      Thank you thank you! Appreciate you Deborah

    • @buckybuckybeaver
      @buckybuckybeaver Před 3 měsíci +8

      You're telling me! I should start having a box of Kleenex near me every time I watch one.

    • @carolinechew2432
      @carolinechew2432 Před 3 měsíci +4

      Nice comment. Sweet. ❤😊

  • @Khunai.
    @Khunai. Před 3 měsíci +76

    Oh my gosh the end of Caspers story had me in TEARS. What an incredible family for such an incredible boy. The fact his new dad went to sit by his kennel every day made me sob. He's gonna have the BEST life!

    • @louisemanwaring4374
      @louisemanwaring4374 Před 2 měsíci +6

      Touched by this beautiful caring family

    • @k.e.M_
      @k.e.M_ Před 2 měsíci +2

    • @user-kp4zm5cp4w
      @user-kp4zm5cp4w Před měsícem +4

      Same! My heart was aching so badly for Jasper and was in tears and angry that his family could even think it's okay for them to throw him away like they did. 😢 💔 He's such a beautiful boy!! Then my heart did a happy dance and cried happy tears when I saw the new family loving on him and wanting him to be apart of their family. 💙🐾💙🐾💙

    • @joannagodfrey5111
      @joannagodfrey5111 Před měsícem

      @@user-kp4zm5cp4w that poor baby's story made me furious, how can anyone simply dump their dog? It seem inconcevable to do such a thing. he simply wanted to be loved

  • @user-qj8uc4tb8n
    @user-qj8uc4tb8n Před 3 měsíci +63

    You've got something a little wrong, Rocky. A new dog isn't a replacement for a dog you loved, it's a successor--its own dog, with its own needs and ways to be happy. You will love Flip forever, the way I love Bug. But another dog will find its own place in your heart.

    • @joannagodfrey5111
      @joannagodfrey5111 Před měsícem +4

      I agree with you completely, the heart expands to allow you to extend your love. they are not a replacement, they are a continuation, love is an ever growing circle and simply continues to expand

    • @meminor3111
      @meminor3111 Před 18 dny

      How true ... They are "the one who comes after" "they may not be the dog you want but they are the dog you need". I know I have one I love and wouldn't change for another dog.
      😊❤😊

  • @kaliskid
    @kaliskid Před 3 měsíci +157

    People who mistakenly think, "Well, they're just dogs" (or "just animals") really need to watch videos like these to see the full gamut of emotions these creatures experience. With some of them you can almost read their thoughts as they transition from fear to openness. Thank you, Rocky. I was afraid to watch your videos in the past because all of these sad histories really do a number on me, but the happy endings and seeing the work people like you do make me so hopeful.

    • @MyPremoLife
      @MyPremoLife Před 3 měsíci +9

      I came here to say this! I am learning so much from you, Rocky and a big part of it is managing my emotions in these situations. But I’m growing more confident about being emotionally able to volunteer.

    • @lucycarbajal9979
      @lucycarbajal9979 Před 2 měsíci +1

      ​@@MyPremoLife
      Please do volunteer in whatever capacity you're able to, it's awesome, one ends up thanking those beautiful creatures for their love. 🙏

    • @lucycarbajal9979
      @lucycarbajal9979 Před 2 měsíci +2

      @kaliskid...What those "humans" need is to learn that we are also part of the animal kingdom!
      If any creature should be mistreated it is the human who has the gifts to speak, reason and protect but decides to harm the defenseless beings. 😢 🙏

    • @kaliskid
      @kaliskid Před 2 měsíci +1

      ​@@lucycarbajal9979 Yes, agreed! 👏

  • @Sophiathewigglebut
    @Sophiathewigglebut Před 3 měsíci +171

    SO VERY HAPPY to see Casper in his new FOREVER home! Seeing him standing in the shelter absolutely broke my heart💔😢 BUT what a WONDERFUL turn around!! THANK YOU & the lovely family that gave this gorgeous boy a chance!!! 🥹😍🥰❤️🤗

    • @barbaragottko2698
      @barbaragottko2698 Před 3 měsíci +8

      Seeing how tired and sad he was absolutely broke my heart, but then the happiness in his home with his family was so beautiful! He’s where he belongs! I know they say animals don’t hold on to the bad things and I pray he only knows/remembers the love of his family, not the ones (sorry, the kindest words I can find) who returned him to the shelter.

    • @psmamere
      @psmamere Před 2 měsíci +2

      I love you people who open your hearts and love and care for these poor dogs. Casper has a loving
      Family of humans and a special family of dogs who know what love they give her is a rainbow of their doggie friend ship. Thank you all who have also given him their doggies love and friendship. Thanks to those human heartstrings ❤.

  • @margiekarcheski3580
    @margiekarcheski3580 Před 3 měsíci +151

    My 5 year old daughter and I have been watching your videos for a few months now. We absolutely love what you do for these beautiful, amazing doggies. We decided that we wanted to become a member to help you on your journey sitting with dogs. I lost my boxer baby 3 years ago and have not been able to think about another boxer in my home until this video with Mila! I am going to my local shelter to see if there is any boxers that I could adopt. I have a Siberian Husky who's a little over a year, and she needs a sister to love and play with. If it wasn't for what you do, I wouldn't have realized I was ready to love another boxer again.... Thank you from Wilkes-Barre PA

    • @t-bonena3609
      @t-bonena3609 Před 3 měsíci +4

      Awesome pawsome.

    • @geetallygee5089
      @geetallygee5089 Před 2 měsíci +2

      💜🥹

    • @lucycarbajal9979
      @lucycarbajal9979 Před 2 měsíci +2

      @margiekark...
      You're an awesome mommy, we love parents like you who teach their little ones to love and care for the innocent, defenseless, more loving than so many wrongly born humans, beautiful animals. 💕🙏

    • @margiekarcheski3580
      @margiekarcheski3580 Před 2 měsíci +2

      @lucycarbajal9979 You are so right on every point.. I have four children total, and every one of them are animal lovers. From a young age they learned that animals feel just like we humans do. So if you don't take care of them, it hurts them physically and emotionally. All of us do what we can to help animals of abuse and neglect. And I mean all animals, even Rats. We have 8 of them that we have rescued from abuse. We have rabbits and our dog Namuq, they are all a part of our family and they are protected and loved. Thank you, for your kind words. It strengthens by values and beliefs on the subject.

    • @joannebell3405
      @joannebell3405 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Feeling the love from your comment, so awesome 💗💗💗

  • @carilee49
    @carilee49 Před 3 měsíci +36

    Rocky, I'm a 74 year old disabled lady in Oregon and my days are long with all my pain. So I love watching you calm these dogs and bring them back to life. That stinky but sweet chocolate lab was one I just wanted to hug through the tv. Talking about feeling her heart beat caused me to think about when my mom was passing. The hospital sent a young man in to play his harp for mom and our family. The man was watching mom's readings on the machines and I told him I knew he was monitoring the numbers. He watched mom's heart rate just slow down to a peaceful rate. If you could play gentle soft music while talking to the dogs you might see them get mellow even faster. You do an awesome job. Keep up the great work!

  • @rescuepetsrock9880
    @rescuepetsrock9880 Před 3 měsíci +134

    Almost 2 and a half hours of Rocky pupdates?! Hallelujah!!! ❤️

  • @1Hope4All
    @1Hope4All Před 3 měsíci +161

    It's amazing how dogs can show emotion in their faces.

    • @susanwitkowski5802
      @susanwitkowski5802 Před 3 měsíci +11

      Yes. especially in their eyes.

    • @rockykanaka
      @rockykanaka  Před 3 měsíci +25

      Their eyes tell so much of their story 🥹

    • @annettematisz46
      @annettematisz46 Před 3 měsíci +7

      Beautiful puppers that just wants to be loved! ‘Can I trust you!’ Keep cooing 👌

    • @annettematisz46
      @annettematisz46 Před 3 měsíci +3

      Love Poppy!!

    • @a_little_demon
      @a_little_demon Před 3 měsíci +1

      and there's people out there that says that animals doesn't have emotions. smh.

  • @crazycanuckmick
    @crazycanuckmick Před 3 měsíci +27

    I can't believe they never even spayed Dawn. (Let alone dumping her and calling her gross. 🤬)
    Some people don't deserve animals.

    • @FukaiKokoro
      @FukaiKokoro Před měsícem +3

      Just so you know some areas it's nearly impossible to get started with a vet. In my area. Vet wait lists are sometimes years long because there isn't enough vets. So I wouldn't judge someone just for not getting their dog fixed. As long as they are responsible and don't let the dog get pregnant.

    • @nm9412
      @nm9412 Před 5 dny

      Yes they (the previous owners) are gross to me.

  • @risa0659
    @risa0659 Před 3 měsíci +36

    I am not a dog owner, but I feel the need to watch your videos any way. I have, however, rescued three cats from our local animal shelter. My dad was a veterinarian and a greyhound rescuer. I remember each of these dogs from watching their individual stories/videos, and am grateful to each of the families for taking the time and making the effort to support each of these dogs.

  • @SuperDenise128
    @SuperDenise128 Před 3 měsíci +62

    It breaks my heart to see dogs shake like they do when they are so scared and shut down. I brings tears to my eyes. Thank you for all that you do.

  • @justinbowser5050
    @justinbowser5050 Před 3 měsíci +62

    I have 15 dogs of different ages and 3 different breeds. They all have their own personality and feelings. Yes I said feelings. Some people don't think that animals have feelings but they do. When they feel that you are a good person they can and will always be your best friend.

  • @susied.3376
    @susied.3376 Před 2 měsíci +4

    The “Scoop”,,I waited a few days with my rescue from Detroit. The Humane Society TATTOED HER BELLY!!
    I still had her microchiped.
    I’m so glad you’re teaching us. Thank you.
    My Scoop turned into a two hour nap for Her. I didn’t dare move,,I showed her nothing but love❤.
    10 years have passed and I Not Once had to scold her❤ Were still loving each other.

  • @falictyelliott8752
    @falictyelliott8752 Před 3 měsíci +34

    Oh dear sweet Casper, he looks SO tired, i'm crying, oh - he just relaxed and licked your face oh that is JUST ESPECIALLY BEAUTIFUL. OH, it's tears of joy now

    • @wfs000
      @wfs000 Před 3 měsíci +4

      He looks traumatized. So sad😢

  • @sharonhirschhorn1636
    @sharonhirschhorn1636 Před 3 měsíci +68

    I had a senior dog and did not have the money to pay for a surgery( always had yearly checkups, vaccinations and took her when she was sick) was told that either we had to put her down or give her to a shelter. We were told that we would not be able to readopt her and they would not give us any information. If she had the surgery she would be fine . We had to give her up and leave her with the vet . We were all heartbroken, including Sammi . So sometimes this is what happens. It’s maybe taking to the shelter is from love

    • @sharontahir9694
      @sharontahir9694 Před 3 měsíci +27

      Thank you for loving your dog so much you knew you had to give her up to help her. It doesn't hurt any less but you did the right thing.

    • @MarnieSchalla
      @MarnieSchalla Před 3 měsíci +36

      For future reference reach out to rescues to see if they can help with expenses. Some Humane Societies has low income programs too. Too many animals find themselves in this situation….not because they are not loved and wanted but because of money. I wish more shelters would just work with owners instead of separating families.

    • @nicoledarling9646
      @nicoledarling9646 Před 3 měsíci +4

      Geez, I would beg borrow or steal to fix my dog. Obviously you can't get a credit card?

    • @donnabaardsen5372
      @donnabaardsen5372 Před 3 měsíci +2

      ​@@nicoledarling9646 I'd rather die myself than lose my precious cat-daughter.

    • @lovespurpleflowers
      @lovespurpleflowers Před 3 měsíci +1

      Did you explore other possibilities, your “old” dog was most likely euthanized, without your comforting presence?!

  • @SeeLionsInTX
    @SeeLionsInTX Před 3 měsíci +43

    THANK YOU, EMILY FOR ADOPTING DAWN!!! ITS SO OBVIOUS YOU ARE AN AMAZING PET OWNER! 💝

  • @SuperDenise128
    @SuperDenise128 Před 3 měsíci +18

    I donate to The animal care Sanctuary in East Smithfield, PA. It is a no kill shelter and we adopted a Black Lab mix from there. He was abused. It takes time. He has become the best dog.

  • @AtomicAnarchyShop
    @AtomicAnarchyShop Před 3 měsíci +13

    it's been year and a half since my pup died from cancer and I still can't talk about her without crying... dogs are the most beautiful creatures I can't imagine living without dog

  • @HueyThatMutt
    @HueyThatMutt Před 3 měsíci +86

    Hey Rocky! You are the most incredible person I’ve ever seen.
    After five years of watching you, you’ve inspired me to rescue my dog, Huey, and I couldn’t have made a better decision. I continue to watch you as I try to grow a dog channel and hope the best for you in the future!

    • @rockykanaka
      @rockykanaka  Před 3 měsíci +12

      Yay! Hi Huey 👋

    • @kateparent366
      @kateparent366 Před 3 měsíci +5

      @@rockykanaka How is Forrest doing? Hope you can do a pupdate on him soon.

    • @SharonNaegele-zp7yb
      @SharonNaegele-zp7yb Před měsícem

      @@rockykanaka Hi Rocky . I just found you last week and now I watch obsessively on
      CZcams , your web etc. My husband and I got our first dog soon after we married 55 years ago and had dogs every single day since then. Our daughters have followed suit with dogs and cats. We have 3 rescues now and fear our time is too limited to take another, but our hearts are with you. Several year ago our rescue, Millie ( from a puppy mill ) ended her fairly long life after abuse that would make anyone cry. She was my heart dog and looked almost exactly like Bailey. Will you do an update,Please? Just know that this family will work to pass along your information here in Ga and across the nation in my daughter’s corporation. We pray for your journey’s success and for all support you may need to continue . If I can ever be helpful , ask. I;ll be here!

  • @rebeccaritchie3315
    @rebeccaritchie3315 Před 3 měsíci +35

    I just can’t even with Poppy’s pittie/boxer face!!! So cute!

  • @TLAR24
    @TLAR24 Před 3 měsíci +32

    I had to put my 17 year old baby down on Monday. Just got his ashes back today.
    ❤️🇨🇦

    • @mirandap3522
      @mirandap3522 Před 3 měsíci +5

      Aw, I'm so sorry😢 So hard to lose a fur baby. Hugs n Love, ❤❤❤

    • @booklassygarrahan3929
      @booklassygarrahan3929 Před 3 měsíci +5

      Hugs, hon. That's rough.

    • @piperpearson7454
      @piperpearson7454 Před 3 měsíci +4

      I'm so sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you ❤

    • @pammillerhoward7785
      @pammillerhoward7785 Před 3 měsíci +3

      So sorry- you gave your dog a good life.

    • @TLAR24
      @TLAR24 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Thanks for all the caring comments. It helps. He is missed dearly.

  • @barbarabrady1267
    @barbarabrady1267 Před 3 měsíci +16

    My dog now and my dog before where shelter dogs. When my last dog died I was devastated, I went two days later to saved another life in his honor, March 22 will be two years since he died and my heart still breaks for him. My dog now helped me through it and still does. I would never say I would take any dog in a heartbeat and then not take it. Maybe if you didn’t say that people wouldn’t try pushing you when you’re not ready. There’s no time limit on grief I know that firsthand, but I also know my dog probably wouldn’t have survived the shelter because of her breed. She watches the videos and I could tell from her expression she remembers being there

    • @tandiparent1906
      @tandiparent1906 Před 2 měsíci

      ❤ I had to send my almost 19 year old rescued ❤Rhodesian Ridgeback/Carolina on the 1st of last month; I still have my rescued almost 4 year old catahoula & have been debating on getting her a new running buddy from the shelter.❤

  • @debbiewebb6751
    @debbiewebb6751 Před 3 měsíci +55

    I’m in the UK but I love seeing you bringing such comfort into these poor little pooches lives. You’re such a great advocate for them. By the way you have the best chuckle I’ve ever heard 😊

  • @davidpoynter6546
    @davidpoynter6546 Před 3 měsíci +26

    Rocky, I wish that I could do your job, I am now a disabled man and can hardly walk. You can see the souls of these animals scared and needing to help.

    • @TJ-bn2cn
      @TJ-bn2cn Před 3 měsíci +3

      You are not alone, I too have become disabled and I know that I couldn’t give a dog what it needs. It’s difficult because I know people with disabilities would gain as much as the dog for companionship but I couldn’t fulfil all of their needs. So don’t ever think you’re alone in this situation ❤

    • @user-yr7vs5bs2d
      @user-yr7vs5bs2d Před 3 měsíci +3

      I hope you can find something with dogs while you are disabled. I am too and I have 2 dogs and 3 cats.

    • @sarapierce4086
      @sarapierce4086 Před 3 měsíci +4

      There are some rescues or shelters that would let you come and just sit with the dogs and read/pet or just love on them! Just spending time with the dogs is so important!!

  • @SeeLionsInTX
    @SeeLionsInTX Před 3 měsíci +30

    THANK YOU, JOHN & FAMILY FOR ADOPTING CASPER! HIS EYES ARE SO HAPPY NOW!!! 🤩

  • @SuperDenise128
    @SuperDenise128 Před 3 měsíci +6

    It is encouraging to know that people are coming around and realizing Pitties are not the vicious dogs they have been portrayed to be. Just a few years ago a close childhood friend's daughter told me they were vicious and not to be trusted. The woman was so mean to me that I just didn't argue with her. I just chalked it up to ignorance about the breed. They are a beautiful breed.

    • @GuyWithTheDogs
      @GuyWithTheDogs Před 3 měsíci +1

      I've fostered well over 100 pit bull puppies, and I agree! 🐾

  • @RobsHandMonkey
    @RobsHandMonkey Před 3 měsíci +21

    Here is the thing alot of senior dogs were also owned by seniors and when the family comes in and puts their parent in a home, and the dog is left behind. Or the parent died and the dog left behind. I've witnessed this more than I can count. It is very important that people who own animals make sure they find someone to take them if anything happens. My dog is taken care of. I have 2 people that will take mine if any thing happens to me.
    The best thing people can do is take senior dogs in. Their deserve it.

    • @tbella5186
      @tbella5186 Před 3 měsíci +9

      We had a family friend who passed in 2019 and left an 11 year old chihuahua mix.
      We took her in. She's fully deaf and not all there mentally, but she'll have a home until she joins her first human.

    • @dawnreneegmail
      @dawnreneegmail Před 3 měsíci +5

      Frosted Faces Ramona California is such a wonderful shelter for senior dogs, they also take on pets left behind due to owner passing if they can (have room, see Dawn's story here.)

    • @sarapierce4086
      @sarapierce4086 Před 3 měsíci +6

      Yes!! This!! When my grandma passed, we drove to Tennessee & took home some of her cats. If my parents were to pass, I'd take their dogs, even though I have 2 of my own already.

    • @jennybarrett2365
      @jennybarrett2365 Před 3 měsíci +3

      I hadn't thought about what happens to my pets when I die til I saw an attorney mention to put them in the will

    • @patriciacercone2226
      @patriciacercone2226 Před 2 měsíci

  • @Hpy2BNana
    @Hpy2BNana Před 3 měsíci +15

    So happy when I saw Casper with his new family! 😂❤

  • @LivvyAlexW
    @LivvyAlexW Před 3 měsíci +6

    Dawn having her puppiccino! Sweetest thing ever!!!🩷☀️🪻

  • @jebbiekanfer8843
    @jebbiekanfer8843 Před 3 měsíci +17

    How can a person just not want their dog anymore? People like that should never be allowed to have another dog.

  • @susanwoodcarver
    @susanwoodcarver Před 3 měsíci +28

    All my dogs have been adopted. I can love any dog. I’ve always gone to a shelter, saying give me your least adoptable, male, black dog. Because I’m a senior it can’t be a dog that is large. So any dog under 50 pounds, any age. A senior with health issues is fine.
    My current adopted sweetheart is half Doberman half German shepherd. I got him when he was four years old. He is nine years old now, and I felt he needed a friend.
    Went to the adoption agency only to be told that I was too old to adopt a dog. Any dog. They wouldn’t even take my application. I’m strong, healthy, drove myself to the agency, in my SUV. It actually broke my heart. I love taking these scared dogs and giving them a home and giving them love.
    So I went to a breeder. Something I said I would never EVER do. I’ve had this pup for a year. He’s wonderful I love him, and my current adopted dog has never been happier to have a friend. OMG they are best buddies. But, I still watch “sitting with dogs“ and I feel badly that I wasn’t allowed to save a dog from a shelter. Such is life.
    Hugs to all dog lovers in chat. ❤

    • @sarapierce4086
      @sarapierce4086 Před 3 měsíci +11

      I'm so sorry they wouldn't let you adopt. That is absurd. My parents are 65 and 80 and they have adopted dogs! .....I bet if you went to different shelters, they would have different rules

    • @MaggieHarriss01
      @MaggieHarriss01 Před 3 měsíci +6

      The grief is the price we pay for their unconditional love. Shorter lives on earth, more time in heaven!

    • @TheBaumcm
      @TheBaumcm Před 3 měsíci +5

      That seems stupid. People don’t hit a certain age and instantly become decrepit. For anyone else, maybe check with the actual rescue groups? Or fostering? Either could be another way to help, even with age limits.

    • @luzcaicedo5362
      @luzcaicedo5362 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Thanks for your good heart. Maybe you should look in another shelter or group but don't let them make you feel bad. You will give them a wonderful live. Blessings

    • @susanwoodcarver
      @susanwoodcarver Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@luzcaicedo5362 thank you for your kind words.

  • @rosemaryabbott1020
    @rosemaryabbott1020 Před 3 měsíci +21

    You have gotten 4.21 million views in a little over 4 hours. You KNOW that someone is going to adopt all these beautiful doggies! I wish we had someone like you in the Houston Texas area.

  • @trishallain6503
    @trishallain6503 Před 3 měsíci +11

    I have a boxer granddog that belong to my daughter and son-in-law. There is nothing like an excited boxer happy to see you. His whole backend wiggles. And I get my whole face washed each time I see him.

  • @jeanhargis7333
    @jeanhargis7333 Před 3 měsíci +17

    Poppy is the name of my little yorkiepoo that I adopted from a picture on Petfnder. We have had our little girl for 8 years and we are in love with our Poppy. All the neighbors love her as well!

  • @lisacruz5185
    @lisacruz5185 Před 3 měsíci +15

    Are you kidding i wait for these pupdatrs....well i look for any of your videos. You are so inspiring ❤️ and i love all the pups 🐶

    • @rockykanaka
      @rockykanaka  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Yay! Thanks so much Lisa and appreciate you being a member 🤙

    • @lisacruz5185
      @lisacruz5185 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@rockykanaka you have no idea how much I love what you do. I am a lift driver and talk about your channel and what you do with everyone.. not only that but you have inspired me to go around here to the shelters and do what I can. I'm in the San Fernando Valley and we love all that you do

  • @TheKatarinaGiselle
    @TheKatarinaGiselle Před 3 měsíci +8

    Man, I thought Dawn's story got to me- but Casper did me in! I was in tears and overjoyed to see that transformation in him..and to see that he truly got the perfect family! It seems like they are all getting their perfect people tbh! Now onto the next one..a sweet girl boxer! And omg..she is so skinny! I can't wait to see Mila transform into a happy, healthy dog with a loving family! These videos really give me the entire scale of emotions! Overwhelmed and decided again on volunteering or working with animals! Edit: now I'm watching sweet Jenny shaking..such a tiny, sweet puppy who looks so scared and it's making my heard ache!

  • @timwatterson3275
    @timwatterson3275 Před 3 měsíci +3

    I love coming here to get my daily dose of love, kindness and humanity. Oh...and cry!😢

  • @royhi1809
    @royhi1809 Před 3 měsíci +18

    I've never seen a human with so much love or life in their eyes as a dog...
    I LOVE DOGS!

    • @donnabaardsen5372
      @donnabaardsen5372 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Cats are exactly the same. I went on a trip for a number of days, had a cat sitter. She hid the entire time. When I came home and walked in, she went wild. Wouldn't let me out of her sight for weeks after.

  • @buriedinbooks3847
    @buriedinbooks3847 Před 3 měsíci +16

    I just wanted to say thank you because your videos gave me the understanding and courage to go to my local shelter last week and adopt a new cat! We love her so much and are so happy to be able to provide her a forever home!

  • @judithferraris
    @judithferraris Před 3 měsíci +7

    I lost the dog of my heart 3 years ago and I still miss her every day 💔. It took a year before I was ready for another dog.
    I fostered one for a while, which helped.

    • @kathymcmc
      @kathymcmc Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you for fostering. I bet it helped you both.

    • @HelsinkiVampire
      @HelsinkiVampire Před 2 měsíci

      I'm sorry i know how hard it to lose your dog❤

  • @gladysbinion8029
    @gladysbinion8029 Před 3 měsíci +6

    I’ve cried my eyes out today, I took on a horse that’s really sick, and it is so hard to see them broken. You made me smile, you give me faith that there is folks out there that loves them as much as me. I got the Vet doing a farm call Monday, please pray for Tulsa, he’s got to get through this. Y’all are in my prayers.

    • @tandiparent1906
      @tandiparent1906 Před 2 měsíci +1

      ❤❤Thank U for being a rescuer; I grew up with horses here in SW Oklahoma & love Tulsa's name.
      Do you have a channel by chance so I can watch Tulsa's rehab??❤

    • @tandiparent1906
      @tandiparent1906 Před 2 měsíci +1

      ❤🙏❤Prayers for you & Tulsa n thank U soo much for being a rescuer❤
      Am curious if you might have a channel so I can watch Tulsa's rehab?
      Being from Oklahoma, I love Tulsa's name❤🙂❤

  • @akgobears
    @akgobears Před 3 měsíci +18

    FINALLY !!! The Dawn update ive been waiting for ....Was so touched by her story of being abandoned i donated to her fundraiser twice...Ive been hoping so hard her story to end up a happy one....DOUBLE EXTRA YAY !!!!! Thank you ""EVERYONE"" for giving Dawn her life back and comfort moving forward....A major league tip of the hat to you folks all involved !!!!

  • @maggiepacific
    @maggiepacific Před 3 měsíci +18

    I love these pup dates...i lost my dog and cat (both aged 16) 2 monthd ago and your wonderful videos cheer me up. I'm going on to 84 and feel it wouldn't be fair to adopt again. Love to you and the shelter team from France. ❤❤❤❤

    • @bonitaberger3597
      @bonitaberger3597 Před 3 měsíci +3

      You can still foster!

    • @sarapierce4086
      @sarapierce4086 Před 3 měsíci +1

      My parents are 80 and 65 and still adopt!

    • @goatkidmom
      @goatkidmom Před 3 měsíci +2

      Perhaps a senior dog?

    • @freedombeckoing
      @freedombeckoing Před 2 měsíci +3

      I am a 70 year old widow and have had and worked with dogs all my life, Mainly rescues and one bought pup. I am a dog behaviourist. When my last dog died I too, for several reasons, have reached the very hard decision that I cannot have a dog any more. I do still have one very loving older cat and I am so thankful for her. We can reach the stage where we know we cannot give a dog the life they need anymore and that to take on another dog would be selfish and very unfair on a dog. Others can give you very many reasons why you should have another dog but they do not know all the reasons that lead to one knowing it would be wrong for ones circumstances. So my best wishes go out to you.

  • @peggytravels793
    @peggytravels793 Před 3 měsíci +8

    A “Soul Dog” is like loosing your life partner…You just don’t get to replace them until you’re ready and it could take months or years. I was married for 49 years and it’s been 7 years and I’m far from wanting another life partner. I have found a new passion…I foster dogs with medical needs from my local rescue. My first one was a 10 year old Miniature Pinscher (Minnie) who had heart worms and she was with me 5 months during her treatment and recovery. She had lived in a wire crate and had litter of puppies or litter until the breeder no longer wanted her. When I got her, she didn’t even know how to sit down or was house trained. She was unbelievably smart and food motivated and took a week to learn both.

  • @1Hope4All
    @1Hope4All Před 3 měsíci +14

    31:26 I love how he knew what your lap pats meant! He was so starving for some love!

  • @neil-nx3ei
    @neil-nx3ei Před 3 měsíci +6

    Thank you , vet John and wife .
    You are angels.
    Caspar is the luckiest dog in the world

  • @KasualKulture
    @KasualKulture Před 3 měsíci +15

    I joined today because I love the way you love dogs ❤. My dogs crossed the rainbow bridge in 2017 and 2018. I’m close to reaching out to adopt more dogs but you’ve been the only person to say it’s okay to not be ready yet. I miss my soul dog, Mustafa, more than I can express 😢. Through you I’m able to feel closer to dogs until I’m ready to rescue again. Thank you for all you and your team do 😘

  • @arlieangel8301
    @arlieangel8301 Před 3 měsíci +9

    When you started singing This Little Light of Mine... the tears were flowing 🥹🥹🥹

  • @shirleyroberts5279
    @shirleyroberts5279 Před 3 měsíci +16

    My first dog ever, was boxer when I was about 5yrs old. I'm in my sixtys now. I absolutely love them.

  • @peterharper420
    @peterharper420 Před 3 měsíci +25

    I’m so proud of you and your team for everything you do for dogs Rocky, for taking them under your wing and helping them get new homes and families, I’d have the great pleasure to shake your hand and everyone else’s bless you and your team Rocky.

    • @rockykanaka
      @rockykanaka  Před 3 měsíci +5

      Thanks Peter! Appreciate you always watching and commenting. Great to have folks like you as a part of this.

  • @kantapunwanibali5477
    @kantapunwanibali5477 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Bernadette thank you for giving Libby her loving home!🙏🏽

  • @BingBongFairy
    @BingBongFairy Před 3 měsíci +4

    I've never had a soul-dog. But a soul cat? Yes. He was my best and only true friend. Dogs have proven to be a bit too abrasive for me usually, but I love them to bits.. I think one day I'll find a dog for me.

  • @lorihill5873
    @lorihill5873 Před 3 měsíci +3

    so happy for casper to get a fantastic home!

  • @marymac130
    @marymac130 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Casper is such a sweet dog. So happy for this family to give a forever home ❤❤❤

  • @TheAkahai
    @TheAkahai Před 3 měsíci +5

    Aww got all teary when I saw Caspers outcome, awesome for him he is having his best life.

  • @tbella5186
    @tbella5186 Před 3 měsíci +9

    I watched Casper's video when it first popped, and his adoption story brought me to tears!

  • @jaaadeee938
    @jaaadeee938 Před 3 měsíci +7

    Oh my, the first little girl's worried forehead distressed brow lines immediately relaxed when you rubbed her head! So sweet!

  • @angellouise108
    @angellouise108 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Oh my goodness the story of Caspers is just amazing. I’m crying.

  • @emilysturgis364
    @emilysturgis364 Před 3 měsíci +5

    First dog is such a pretty bully breed (Poppy) I'm OBSESSED 🫶🥺💔

  • @kathymcmc
    @kathymcmc Před 3 měsíci +5

    Casper looks so happy!! What a wonderful ending.

  • @mayumikunii9073
    @mayumikunii9073 Před 3 měsíci +17

    ❤❤Love your puppyvideos! I am from Sao Paulo,Brazil and have lost our darling Milky (no specific breed), we adopted her in the way out the cemetary after visiting my father in law’s grave. All shelter’s dog are so lovely!🥰 Congratulations to you, to Kelly and thank you for your nice examples of love, and compassion towards everybody around you and spreading joy to us!❤

  • @nanchapman7047
    @nanchapman7047 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Yes yes yes please continue with the pup date. Since I can’t dog walk due to a stroke, they are my entertainment.

  • @kathy7022
    @kathy7022 Před 3 měsíci +4

    omg. the one about Dawn brought tears to my eyes,

  • @ScottishB0b
    @ScottishB0b Před 3 měsíci +4

    Watching Dawn bouncy walk shows just how much love has helped her - not just love but love was the key

  • @RM-ee9zk
    @RM-ee9zk Před 2 měsíci +3

    It's free to give love but to the recipient it's priceless ❤

  • @user-wl6yz6uc7g
    @user-wl6yz6uc7g Před 3 měsíci +6

    The first puppy looks like my Boxer Whippet mix. Can tell all she needed was love ,she even gave the little don't stop petting me paw.

  • @kantapunwanibali5477
    @kantapunwanibali5477 Před 3 měsíci +4

    All that these babies need is a lil love! Casper has a family that’s just right for him. Thank you John!❤️

  • @Cheere
    @Cheere Před 3 měsíci +18

    People ttake care and adopth all poor dogs, so lovely, kind and waiting for a family

  • @georginasalt8264
    @georginasalt8264 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Love the pupates to see how they have got homes ❤❤❤

  • @powellpatterson4928
    @powellpatterson4928 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Dogs are much more worthy of our love than we are of theirs.

  • @ryssabee7100
    @ryssabee7100 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Frosted Faces Foundation is absolutely AHmazing!

  • @TaraWilson1010
    @TaraWilson1010 Před 3 měsíci +24

    thanks so much for all you do, Rocky!! (and Kelly, and Animal Friends of the Valleys, Staff, Members, and EVERYBODY who loves and cares for animals!!) Sending love to everyone reading this - I'm so grateful for all of you animal lovers - from Baton Rouge!! 💙🐺💙

  • @user-mi9wg2gq7c
    @user-mi9wg2gq7c Před 3 měsíci +7

    These adopters make my heart smile ❤❤❤ Bless them with years of love 💕 🙏🇨🇦

  • @clubgrrl69m
    @clubgrrl69m Před 3 měsíci +4

    You should do a live 1 hr showcasing 6 dogs (10 min each). My point is to do SUPERCHATS on CZcams. THIS will drum up quick, decent donations. Pls look into that. And a tremendous thank you for all the work you do with these innocent souls.

  • @debbie4503
    @debbie4503 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Sometimes I think that the first time they hear Good Girl or Good Boy is after they get to the shelter. That's so sad, but it is wonderful for them to hear the truth. ❤

  • @rexterrier1
    @rexterrier1 Před 3 měsíci +5

    This is the best 2 hour & 20 minute video I’ve watched in awhile 😀

  • @pn1831
    @pn1831 Před 2 měsíci +1

    She's beautiful and those markings on her lower chest!...
    Living her best life thanks to you guys
    The older dog was so sad...

  • @hollywoodguy70
    @hollywoodguy70 Před 2 měsíci +3

    I swear... my ducts never fail to leak during Rocky Kanaka videos. He's an angel for our fur babies.

  • @carolinechew2432
    @carolinechew2432 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Casper filled my heart.

  • @Sunkim7298
    @Sunkim7298 Před 3 měsíci +5

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU DO!!!! THANK YOU!!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🦋💜💚🫶🏽

  • @jeannietrickett1465
    @jeannietrickett1465 Před 3 měsíci +9

    I love your pupdates! It warms my heart to hear a happy ending for these precious dogs.

  • @kawythowy867
    @kawythowy867 Před 3 měsíci +4

    You can see the sadness on Rocky’s face hearing that poor white pups story. And the pup is so sweet. Thank God for people like these amazing citizens. God bless you all. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @kantapunwanibali5477
    @kantapunwanibali5477 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Thank you Emily for taking Dawn home. You two are obviously made for each other!❤️

  • @heidim6468
    @heidim6468 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Love, love, love the pupdates because it tells us how they get saved to a home…..Love ya Rocky for all you do…

  • @susied.3376
    @susied.3376 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Kills my heart to see a dog shut down. My rescue was shut down and shaking a lot.
    I gave her space, talked out loud to myself. Three days later I scooped her up and she took a two hour nap in my lap. ❤❤❤

  • @ShiloRich
    @ShiloRich Před 3 měsíci +5

    Keep the pupdates coming! I❤them!

  • @cindyalam7490
    @cindyalam7490 Před 3 měsíci +4

    I love how Rocky get's so excited when he sees that Boxer's tail wag! That was so funny 😀

  • @buckybuckybeaver
    @buckybuckybeaver Před 3 měsíci +3

    Emily and Dawn, I love you! I'm overjoyed that you found each other.

  • @jenreckard6431
    @jenreckard6431 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Love hearing all the pup dates! Kelly should do more sitting with the dogs. She's a natural!

  • @user-yw8eg8tm3d
    @user-yw8eg8tm3d Před 2 měsíci +1

    I wait for pupdates and so far….
    All Good News. Bless all involved for caring so deeply for these precious beings.

  • @natinnz6134
    @natinnz6134 Před 3 měsíci +8

    The pupdates are so special. they allow us to have both sad and happy tears! I'm just in awe of how you can cope emotionally and keep on doing this. Adopting dogs is a wonderful thing to do, but not many of us could leave them behind after connecting with them, putting our own hearts aside and knowing that it's best for them, doing as much good as possible for as many as possible. Not all heroes wear capes!

  • @hyenatransmissions
    @hyenatransmissions Před 3 měsíci +3

    So happy Star got adopted! Bless you guys for your work!

  • @CellasChariot
    @CellasChariot Před 2 měsíci +2

    My heart So happy for Poppy (Libby), and Dawn with the Pup Cup was so damn sweet!! xoxo Cella & Sugar

  • @federicoalbertogonzalezvel9955
    @federicoalbertogonzalezvel9955 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Dogs are a superior species, they give us human beings the opportunity to improve and be better.