Nibbles: The Resilient Pup Who Captured Hearts

Nibbles

Last week, just after the heartwarming story of Tom & Jerry had been published, a message arrived in Volunteer Greg's inbox. In it, an animal control officer had sent what appeared to be a distorted image along with the statement, "Look what just arrived?" Intrigued, Greg looked closely at what appeared to be a young GSP struck by the image's odd distortion, making the pup appear unnaturally tall. He couldn't help but wonder, "Stray? How old?" The photo hinted at a puppy, but the notion of another lost pup ending up at an animal shelter was almost unbelievable. A swift response came: "Four to six months."

For a moment, Greg couldn't quite grasp the significance of this news. Over the years, they had encountered the occasional litter of 2-3 pups at the shelter, often brought in by well-intentioned individuals who claimed to have "found" them. However, an unprecedented trend had recently emerged – a continuous influx of puppies and young German Shorthaired Pointers. In addition, other breeds follow the same trend. Greg's recent visits to the shelter had revealed not just one or two pups but entire litters.

As hours ticked by, a message from the animal control officer finally arrived – they were willing to release the pup under a medical waiver, recognizing the puppy would need veterinary care. It was getting late in the day, and the onset of Friday afternoon traffic loomed, presenting a logistical challenge. However, Greg knew Volunteer David lived closer to the animal shelter, and if David wasn't preoccupied with work, he'd undoubtedly lend a helping hand. Fortunately, David was working from home that day, and without hesitation, he cleared his schedule and agreed to go to the shelter and meet Greg later.

You might be wondering why two grown men would abruptly abandon their plans to rush to the rescue of a stray puppy. Well, David was about to discover the reason as he stood amidst the bustling kennels of the shelter, a scene replicated in countless shelters across California and beyond. It was far from an ideal place for a puppy needing medical attention, and regrettably, many other animals shared the same predicament. This particular shelter was tasked with caring for over three hundred animals – a staggering number. Just contemplating it was overwhelming. If one were to visit daily, dedicating time to pet each animal, it would take most of the year to show them all some love. Sadly, shelters only need to hold strays a week before their fate can be sealed. But Nibbles – the name given to the new girl GSP – was an exception. Nibbles was safe.

Undoubtedly, Nibbles was adorable. Only a puppy had the power to provoke uncontrollable giggles from two grown men as they met for the transfer. They couldn't resist offering her treats, watching her sit and follow them around, all the while savoring her youthful exuberance and the simple joy of being in each other's company. Afterward, they climbed back into their respective vehicles, ready to resume their separate journeys. Nibbles was soon scheduled to see Dr. Kang, and if all went well, she'd be on her way to a forever home. Today's mission had been unquestionably worth shelving their plans for the day.

Thanks to the unwavering dedication of the Rescue Heroes who support the mission of California GSP Rescue and the tireless efforts of their volunteers, Nibbles will receive the medical attention she needs. If Nibbles' story has tugged at your heartstrings and you're considering offering her a forever home, California GSP Rescue warmly invites you to submit an adoption application. Your likes and shares of Nibbles' video and post mean the world to the volunteers as they continue their mission of rescuing and caring for these remarkable animals.