Dogs dream, that’s a known fact. They run, they howl, and they relive the day’s adventures. Now, an adopted Pitbull, on his first night in his new home, displays his sheer happiness while smiling in his sleep – enchanting the world in the process.
A picture is worth a thousand words, and in this photo, the sleeping Pitbull primarily conveys one thing – his utter joy. There’s a good reason for that: the dog comes from a shelter and has been adopted. The new owner posted the picture on the Reddit platform, quickly amassing 31,900 upvotes. “His smile melted my heart inside,” he wrote. “I knew I made the right choice!”
The Pitbull, too, seems almost overwhelmed by his happiness. For dogs like him, finding a new home in America is challenging. Research from Arizona State University reveals that Pitbulls stay in shelters for over three times as long as similar-looking dogs not classified as Pitbulls. Furthermore, studies suggest that American Pitbulls are the most common breed in U.S. shelters.
Pitbulls: Experts say their bad reputation is a mistake
Pitbulls face difficulties not only in the USA. In England, they are entirely banned due to being considered dangerous. Even in Germany, breed-restricted dogs in shelters have lower chances of adoption, as owners often have to meet strict requirements. Consequently, these dogs spend far too long “behind bars.” For instance, Pitbull-mix dog Gina waited for nine years before finally finding a new home.
First night home after being adopted
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The bad reputation of Pitbulls is unjustified, according to the “American Temperament Society.” They rank Pitbulls fourth out of 122 breeds for being the most affectionate and least aggressive dogs. The new owner wasn’t deterred; on the contrary, he had already owned two Pitbulls. “My neighborhood is very Pitbull-friendly,” he wrote. “And I live on a 100-acre property, so we take long walks on my property and rarely see anyone. My dogs have plenty of space to romp and explore.”
Smiling Pitbull warms hearts
The fact that the furry friend sleeps so happily is a good sign, commented a dog trainer on the picture: “Your dog sleeps so much because he finally can. Sleep deprivation is widespread in shelters. If he sleeps a lot now, he’s catching up because he feels secure!”
Above all, the picture spreads joy worldwide. “I had a sad day, and this picture warmed my heart,” wrote one user. Another commented, “Smiling and sleeping at the same time! You changed his life. Thanks for the rescue!”
