Raven was ” oldest resident » from the shelter Cobb County Animal Service located in Georgia (UNITED STATES) and was on the “ list of emergencies “. Collected on January 27, 2026 by this establishment in the city of Mariettashe had spent 97 days there without any potential adopter being interested in her. Yet this cross breed female dog Pitbull aged 2 years old had it all, as the shelter indicated: “ Baked Beans, affectionately nicknamed Raven, is a true gem of a dog who lights up the room as soon as you meet him. She wears a beautiful, joyful smile, and exudes a warm, affectionate presence that makes her unforgettable. This adorable dog loves people and is always looking to please »
A spotlight that bore fruit
Unfortunately, the weeks passed and no request was made for her. One of the shelter volunteers then decided to broadcast a video to highlight it. Known on TikTok under the pseudonym @ Sharing Lov3the young woman thus spoke of the difficulties of Raven to find a home, and, through her story, it was that of all the shelter dogs that she told. “ Raven is waiting for her chance. All it takes is one person to change his life forever. » The video, relayed by many people on social networks, attracted the attention of a family ofAlabama. And she didn't hesitate for a second before meeting her, despite the 3 hour drive that separated them from the dog.
“It’s because every day led her towards them”
On May 6, the good news was announced: Raven had been officially adopted by the family. Thanks to a new video broadcast by the volunteer and relayed by the media Pet Paradewe could discover the moving meeting between the dog and her new parents. In the first place, Ravenrenamed Beryl by his new family, met his potential future canine companion before meeting his future mother. A crucial step which was decisive and confirmed the family's crush on the Pitbull.
In the images we can also see the joy of the doggie at the moment of her departure, when, comfortably seated on her mother's lap, she sticks her head out of the car window. “ POV: You are the dog who has spent the most time at the shelter and you have just been adopted “, said the caption of the video. It's a new departure towards freedom for this dog who, “for three months” jumped in her enclosure to attract the attention of visitors. If ” Every day she begged someone to choose her », she finally found her happiness. For the volunteer, this long wait was not insignificant and was undoubtedly predestined: “ We didn't understand why she waited 97 days, but now we do! It's because every day led her towards them. »
Woopets info: why are Pitbulls often ignored in shelters?
The breed, not recognized by the LOF, is officially considered dangerous and prohibited in France since 1999 (purchase, sale, donation and import). However, we find them in shelters and they are very often ignored by potential adopters. THE Pitbulls are victims of prejudice because they are associated with violence and aggression. This fact alone causes visitors to ignore them, even before making the effort to meet them. However, these dogs are gentle, affectionate and sociable and are ideal for families with children, if adoption takes place at a young age.