Sometimes, all it takes is a little faith to keep going.
Ladybird, a senior black Lab, found herself left in a park bathroom in Destrehan, Louisiana. Despite the circumstances, she held onto hope. Her owner, facing overwhelming challenges, had to make the heartbreaking decision to leave her there temporarily, accompanied by a poignant note.
It didn’t take long for this sweet girl to be discovered by kind-hearted rescuers. But what she received that day was far more than just a rescue—it was a second chance at life.
This is her incredible journey!
Ladybird’s Story
Source: Suzy Haas Swims
Ladybird’s journey to a public bathroom was rooted in heartbreak. For nine wonderful years, she and her owner were inseparable, traveling the country side by side since she was just six weeks old.
Whenever the road became too tiring, they would return to their home in North Carolina, spending cherished time with family before setting off on their next adventure.
But this time, their story took a devastating turn. Ladybird’s owner found themselves homeless in Louisiana, and the once joyful travels came to an abrupt and painful halt.
Source: Virginia Beach SPCA
Ladybird’s owner had been living in a shelter, tirelessly saving money in hopes of returning to North Carolina with her.
Stranded without a car or a proper place to stay, he made the heartbreaking decision to leave Ladybird in a park bathroom overnight. Along with her, he left a note pleading for kindness toward his beloved dog, promising he would return in the morning. To ensure she wasn’t without care, he even left a small bowl of water, a testament to the love and concern he had for her.
Journey Home
Source: Virginia Beach SPCA
The next morning, Ladybird’s owner returned to the spot where he had left her, only to find that she was no longer there. Panicked, he reached out to animal control, who informed him that Ladybird had been taken to the St. Charles Parish Animal Shelter.
When the compassionate team at the shelter heard the full story of Ladybird and her owner’s struggles, they knew they had to step in and help.
Though their situation was far from ordinary, the shelter team felt a deep calling to help this loyal pair who had shared an unbreakable bond for so many years.
Source: Virginia Beach SPCA
The shelter team reached out to the Virginia Beach SPCA, arranging for Ladybird to be transferred there. The incredible team at VBSPCA welcomed her with open arms, giving her a soothing bath and treating her to a luxurious day at a local spa.
After her pampering session, Ladybird was rewarded with a delicious pupachino for being such a good girl.
When her story spread, compassionate pet organizations came together to help. They raised funds to cover her flight home, provided her with medical care, and supplied her with everything she might need.
Finally, Ladybird made it back to her family’s home in North Carolina, where she shared the sweetest reunion with her beloved grandma—a heartwarming ending for this loyal and brave pup.
Source: Virginia Beach SPCA
The reunion between Ladybird and her grandma was pure joy—they were over the moon to be together again after such a long time apart.
Ladybird’s owner later reached out to the rescuers to share an update on their situation.
“Ladybird is doing wonderfully with her family in North Carolina! We had quite a few questions about her human in Louisiana, and we want everyone to know that he is doing well and is so happy that Ladybird is home,” the VBSPCA team shared on Facebook, celebrating the heartwarming conclusion to this incredible journey.
After all the challenges and heartache, Ladybird and her owner were finally able to return to their normal life together—thanks to the incredible kindness and dedication of a group of big-hearted individuals motivated by nothing but pure love for animals!