Emaciated Dog Shows Up On Tennessee Porch, Desperate For Help And A Second Chance
One day, Jordyn and Derek Slack were met with an unexpected surprise when they opened the door to their Tennessee home.
There, standing on their porch, was a small Boxer puppy, looking lost and broken. As soon as he looked up at them, they knew they had to act. With no one else around, it seemed as though he instinctively trusted them.
The sight was heart-wrenching – the puppy was thin, weak, and vulnerable, his big eyes silently begging for help.
Without hesitation, Jordyn crouched down to comfort him, offering what little she could. They gave him food and water, then called the local shelter to get him the help he so desperately needed.
Soon, rescuers arrived and took the pup to the vet, where it was discovered that he wasn’t microchipped, and no one appeared to be searching for him.
The Slacks posted about him on social media, hoping to find his original owners, but no one came forward.
Jack, as they named him, didn’t appear to have been on the streets long. He wasn’t dirty, nor did he have any ticks or fleas. It seemed he had been cared for at some point, which gave them hope that his story could still have a happy ending.
When the shelter asked if they could foster Jack for the weekend, the Slacks eagerly welcomed him into their home. They did everything they could to help him feel safe, loved, and cared for.
It didn’t take long for Jack to adjust, though he spent much of his time resting and recovering from his rough start.
From the very beginning, it was clear that Jack had formed a special bond with the family’s daughter, Baylor. The two became inseparable, cuddling together as though they had known each other forever.
It was beautiful to watch as Jack followed Baylor everywhere she went, and she loved him just as much in return, as Jordyn shared in a TikTok video:
“He has really taken up with our ten-year-old daughter Baylor. They are the best of friends. I think he has found his person. He follows her everywhere she goes… He loves and she really loves him…”
As much as the family wanted to keep Jack, there was a problem: their French Bulldog didn’t get along with him.
The two dogs couldn’t be in the same room without fighting, making it impossible for the family to keep Jack. It was a heartbreaking decision, but they knew it was the right one for Jack’s well-being.
They couldn’t return him to the shelter, though. The Slacks were determined to find him the loving home he so richly deserved.
Soon after, a wonderful couple reached out, eager to adopt Jack. They were experienced with Boxers, having recently lost their own, and with their retirement, they had the time and love to give Jack the life he truly deserved.
When Jack met his new family, it was clear he had found his people. Jordyn knew it was the perfect fit for him, sharing on TikTok:
“As soon as the lady sat down, he jumped up in her lap and was licking her on the face. It was really sweet and they were so excited.”
Though the Slacks miss Jack, they take comfort in knowing he’s now in a home where he’ll be loved and cherished.
The best part? Jack still lives in Athens, Tennessee, meaning Baylor can visit him whenever she likes, keeping their special bond alive.
Letting go was difficult, but the Slacks are confident it was the right decision for Jack’s future.
