That day started out like any other for Leilani Slocumb. After dropping her kids off at school, she was heading home when she unexpectedly encountered a situation that would change everything. As she approached the front door of her house in Georgia, Leilani was surprised to find a mysterious visitor waiting for her. Curled up on the doormat was a dog, looking up at her with hopeful eyes.
As Leilani got closer, she realized this dog had chosen her family for help. Her heart ached at the sight of him—later named Bo—who appeared underweight and frightened. When Bo saw Leilani approaching, he instinctively huddled in the grass, fearing she might chase him away. Understanding that he was starving, she offered him some food. As soon as he caught sight of it, he eagerly started to eat. After his first bite, he looked up at her with gratitude, clearly sensing he had chosen the right person. CONTINUE BELOW
Once he finished eating, Bo began to feel more comfortable in his new surroundings. Leilani’s husband and stepdaughter gave him a bath, while Leilani called the vet to arrange a medical checkup for him. Seeing the family care for him helped Bo relax further. “He has really warmed up to us and is doing well,” Leilani shared on TikTok.
At the vet, Bo underwent a full medical examination. He was diagnosed with mange and prescribed antibiotics, but otherwise he was in good health. The vet also scanned him and found a microchip, which led to an attempt to contact his previous owners. The vet hoped Bo’s owners would be relieved to know he had been found, but their response was disheartening. They stated they no longer wanted Bo, having given him away six months earlier without providing a new owner’s name. CONTINUE BELOW
The next day, Leilani returned to visit Bo. Upon learning that the sweet pup had no one to care for him, she decided to adopt him and ensure he received the love he deserved. “After a long day, we went home, and Bo rolled straight in the dirt—he was the happiest he had been since joining us. He knows he is home now,” she wrote on TikTok.
Leilani and her family believed Bo was meant to be a part of their lives and were determined to give him a forever home. Bo was ecstatic, his tail wagging non-stop. He finally understood that he was no longer alone—he had found a family that would love and care for him. It warms my heart to know that Bo has found a loving family in Georgia. His new home will be filled with the affection he missed for so long, and he will never have to feel alone again. CONTINUE BELOW
