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Senior Dog Returned to Rescue After Owners Said He “Wanted to Sleep in Bed”
A heartbreaking—yet all-too-common—story has gone viral after a 10-year-old dog named Buddy was surrendered to a rescue because his adoptive family “couldn’t handle him wanting to sleep in their bed.”
🐾 What Happened?
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Buddy, a gentle senior terrier mix, was adopted from [Rescue Name] just two weeks ago.
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His new family returned him, claiming:
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“He kept jumping on our bed at night.”
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“We didn’t realize he’d want to be so close to us.”
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The rescue shared the story on Facebook, sparking outrage and sympathy.
😢 Why This Hits Hard
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Senior dogs are often overlooked in shelters—and returns like this make it harder for them to find homes.
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Sleeping with pets is normal! Studies show over 50% of dog owners share their beds with their pets.
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Buddy’s reaction? The rescue says he was confused and depressed when brought back.
💔 The Rescue’s Response
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“He just wanted love,” wrote the shelter. “Seniors deserve comfort in their golden years.”
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Buddy is now back up for adoption with the note: “Looking for a family who loves cuddles!”
🔥 Internet Backlash
Comments flooded in:
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“How do you adopt a dog and not expect this?!”
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“I’d give anything for my old dog to still be here hogging the bed.”
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“This is why rescues have strict applications.”
How to Help Buddy (and Dogs Like Him)
✅ Adopt, don’t shop—especially for seniors!
✅ Support local rescues that take in returned pets.
✅ Share his story—maybe the right family will see it.
Update: The rescue says Buddy has received multiple adoption inquiries since the post went viral.
Thoughts? Should people be allowed to adopt if they’re not prepared for basic pet behavior? 💬🐶
(Source: [Rescue’s Facebook Post])
