Cashmere is a pup who, sadly, didn’t have the happiest start in life.

He was discovered in a basement along with another dog, desperate for someone to show him care and remind him that he mattered.

Thankfully, that’s exactly what he got.

Adoption

After being rescued by animal control officers, Cashmere was taken to a vet for a full checkup.

Aside from a few bite wounds, he was healthy enough to move into foster care.

A couple of people initially came forward claiming to be his owners, but when that proved false, he was cleared for adoption.

Cashmere did find a family, but since he didn’t get along with their cat, he was returned to a Washington-based rescue.

At the Humane Rescue Alliance in Washington, D.C., he met Maya – and the connection was instant.

“As soon as I saw him, I

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