Smiley Shelter Pup Burreaux Finds Forever Home After Melting Hearts Online
Burreaux, a black Labrador Retriever mix, captured hearts with his sweet personality and irresistible toothy grin. But his journey to a loving forever home was far from easy.
Found alongside his two siblings by animal control when they were just eight weeks old, Burreaux faced significant challenges early in life. Despite the odds, this brave little pup’s story became a heartwarming example of resilience and the power of love.
A Rough Start
The trio of puppies was brought to the Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana, where it was discovered that Burreaux, the runt of the litter, had contracted parvovirus—a potentially fatal illness for young dogs. The shelter staff worked tirelessly to save him, and Burreaux proved to be a fighter. After receiving intensive treatment, he made a full recovery.
From the moment he bounced back, Burreaux was a bundle of energy. His playful nature and love for everyone he met endeared him to the shelter staff, but it was his unique smile that truly stole the show.
The Smile That Won Hearts
Whenever the shelter staff spoke sweetly to Burreaux, he would flash a toothy grin that melted their hearts. It was as if he was saying, “Come pet me, come love me.”
Volunteer Sarrah Walton described it best: “It’s whenever you’re talking real sweet to him, he gets this smile like he wants something. It’s like he’s telling you, ‘Come pet me, come love me.’”
Unable to resist his charm, the shelter decided to share photos and videos of Burreaux’s smile on their Facebook page. It didn’t take long for his adorable grin to go viral. Animal lovers from all over the world fell in love with him, and soon, Burreaux became an Internet sensation.
A Happy Ending
The spotlight on Burreaux’s infectious smile helped him find his forever home. He was adopted by Hollie King, who renamed him Pappy, and now he’s living his best life.
Pappy’s days are filled with cuddles, adventures, and plenty of love. His new mom takes him on trips, and he continues to charm everyone he meets with his radiant smile.
From a tough beginning to a joyful ending, Burreaux’s story is a reminder of the incredible resilience of shelter animals and the joy they bring to the lives of those who adopt them.
