Bailey is a sweet-natured senior dog who understands that giving love to others is its own reward.
And it’s obvious.
Bailey was just a few years old when she was rescued by her owners, Arthur and his family, in 2007. Prior to that, she’d been used as a breeding dog — likely giving birth to litter after litter of babies whom she was forced to part with.
Recently, at age 17, Bailey proved that she’s still a mother at heart. And now her loyalty’s allowed to shine.
It all began a few months ago, after she and her family moved to a home out in the countryside.
Bailey’s family suspected a wild cat was living in a gully behind the property not long after they moved in. They put food out but never saw anyone. Meanwhile, their dog appeared to be doing some outreach as well.
“Bailey was checking up on them in the backyard,” Arthur told The Dodo.
It was unclear what Bailey was up to. But then her family noticed something through the window one day:
There, nestled on the porch, was Bailey.
But she was not alone.
The wild kitten was secure in the presence of her unexpected new buddy, resting against Bailey’s warm body.
“Bailey has never befriended a wild animal,” Arthur explained. “It just proves how caring she is.” She’s always been a sweetheart.”
Seeing that their dog had managed to earn the skittish kitten’s trust, Bailey’s family decided to follow her lead. They, too, welcomed the little cat into their hearts.
The family named her Kitten-Kitten.
“Kitten-Kitten is loving being inside and interacting with everyone, but especially Bailey,” Arthur said.
At 17 years old, Bailey was finally able to fulfill her calling as a mom. And, in the end, her love for the feral cat turned out to be a lifesaver.
Kitten-adoptive Kitten’s family feels she might have battled to survive much longer if Bailey had not intervened to save her. But, because to that act of charity, they were given a second opportunity.
Their hearts were also mended.
“They couldn’t be happier,” Also said.
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