From Abandoned to Adored: Alfred’s Journey to a Forever Home
In early June 2025, Alfred and his three puppy siblings were discovered on a remote country road in Bosque County, Texas — malnourished, infested with fleas and worms, and completely alone. Their tiny bodies were weak, but their spirits remained unbroken. Despite everything, they wagged their tails, still eager for love and warmth.
It was a heartbreaking sight… but also the beginning of something beautiful.
Rescued by BARK (Bosque Animal Rescue Kennels) in Clifton, TX, the puppies received the urgent care they needed — nutritious food, medical treatment, vaccinations, and spay/neuter surgeries.
(Above: Alfred and his brother, Bartholomew, on their way to the Vet to be cleared for the Road Trip and receive needed vaccinations, etc)
Thanks to the incredible support of iHeartDogs customers, Alfred and his littermates were chosen for the very first iHeartDogs/BARK Rescue Roadtrip — a life-saving journey to bring 28 at-risk dogs from Texas to safety and hope in Colorado Springs, CO.
Then came the big day: Saturday, June 14, 2025. The BARK Rescue van set out on its 12-hour trip to Colorado, filled with wagging tails and dreams of new beginnings.
(Above: Alfred and Bartholomew on the Rescue Road Trip).
Waiting at the other end was Karl’s Canine Krew with foster families ready to open their hearts and homes.
(Above: Alfred in his foster home with fellow passenger, Kilmer).
And Alfred’s story only got better.
Just two weeks later, on June 28, Alfred and his fellow travelers attended the Denver Dog Fair — where, only 22 days after being found abandoned, Alfred was adopted into a loving forever home.
28 dogs saved. Dozens of futures rewritten. All because of YOU — our iHeartDogs customers.
Your generosity fuels the van. Your compassion drives the mission. And your belief in second chances transforms lives like Alfred’s every single day.
Thank you for making this first Rescue Roadtrip a huge success — and for being the reason Alfred now has the loving home he deserves. We can’t wait to share more success stories as we continue this life-saving journey together.
(Above: The Rescue Roadtrip Team and Van- BARK Rescue and Karl’s Canine Krew)
Stay tuned for future Rescue Roadtrip stories and chances to support dogs like Alfred!
