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It’s always devastating when a pet goes missing but sometimes hope brings them back in the most unexpected ways. One family experienced this firsthand when they decided to adopt a new dog, only to be reunited with their lost pet in the most unbelievable fashion. The family, from Queens, New York, had been heartbroken ever since their dog, Mocha, vanished in January. They had entrusted her to a dog sitter while they went on a week-long vacation.
But during their absence, Mocha disappeared without a trace. After months of searching with no success, they reluctantly accepted that their beloved companion might be gone forever. Hoping to move forward, they decided to adopt a new pet and give another dog a chance at a loving home.
The family made their way to an adoption event at Union Square Park, organized by the Animal Care Centers of New York City (ACC). While browsing through the adoptable dogs, the family couldn’t believe their eyes—they were looking at a face they knew all too well. Standing right in front of them was Mocha.
The ACC shared that Mocha had been found tied to a post near the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and was later brought to the Brooklyn ACC by the NYPD. During her time at the shelter, Mocha—who was given the name “Sandy” by staff—quickly became a favorite among the volunteers. With her friendly personality, she seemed destined to find a new family at the adoption event. Fortunately, fate had other plans, and her original family showed up just in time.
In a heartwarming moment caught on video by the ACC, the father can be heard exclaiming, “I’m telling you, that’s my dog!” as the family joyfully greeted Mocha. The pup’s excitement was clear—she jumped with joy, overjoyed to see her long-lost family. After verifying the family’s claim, the shelter officially reunited Mocha with her rightful owners, saying they were “overjoyed” to see the sweet dog back where she belonged.
Now safely back home, Mocha is receiving all the love and care she missed during her time away. The father expressed suspicion about the dog sitter, hinting that the sitter had been avoiding contact after Mocha’s disappearance. He speculated that Mocha might have escaped and was later found by someone who tied her to the post.
Doctor Left Her Dog In a Storage Bin
A children’s doctor had been evicted and had left items behind when she left. Among them was something alarming: a plastic storage bin, where a dog had been locked inside. If someone is this cruel to a small, defenseless dog, how can they continue to treat children as a doctor?
Regardless of what happened during those lost months, Mocha is now back where she belongs—with the family that loves her. Their reunion is a beautiful reminder that, even when all hope seems lost, happy endings are still possible.
To experience the heartwarming reunion, click ‘play’ below
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