Watching dogs endure shelter life is always difficult, but witnessing a surrender as it happens can be almost unbearable.

Macaroni, a one year old Pug mix, faced that heartbreaking moment when her family brought her to a Los Angeles shelter and walked away. The instant she sensed this was the final goodbye to those she loved most, her world turned upside down.

A video of Macaroni’s surrender spread quickly online, moving thousands of viewers who hoped a new family would step forward.

An Unbearable Farewell

Volunteers with The HIT Living Foundation in Los Angeles saw Macaroni clutched in her family’s arms at the shelter. She was shaking uncontrollably, frozen by fear and confusion.

The team had originally come to rescue another dog and her puppies. When they saw what was unfolding,

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