Many senior dogs are cruelly abandoned during their golden years, deemed “too much to handle” by their families.

With age often comes health struggles, and sadly, many owners decide it’s easier to give up their pets rather than provide the care they need. This leaves countless elderly pups heartbroken and confused.

One of those dogs was Link, a 16-year-old sweetheart who was left at a shelter by his family. His cries of sadness touched many hearts—but for one woman, they sparked immediate action.

A New Beginning For Link

When Carlie Cahill, from Oklahoma, saw Link’s photo online, she was instantly drawn to him. Despite the long list of medical issues he faced, she didn’t hesitate—she filled out an adoption application and soon brought him home.

When they first met, Link was in rough

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