At 96, Luis had settled into a peaceful rhythm — a quiet life at home, surrounded by family and familiar comforts.
While he remained in good health, his days had grown routine, filled mostly with rest and watching television. New adventures, it seemed, were behind him.
But then came Capito.
Luis’ granddaughter, Javiera Paz, knew that her grandfather had always loved animals, though it had been decades since he’d had a pet.
When she asked if he’d ever considered adopting a dog, Luis admitted he had — but had been talked out of it by family members who worried it might be too much responsibility at his age.
“He was excited about the idea, but others weren’t,” Paz said. “So I decided to go ahead and bring him a dog.”
Capito, a playful pup with a sweet spirit, entered Luis’ life — and everything changed.
“Everyone was surprised,” Paz said. “But they welcomed Capito right away. He settled in perfectly.”
Here’s a video Paz made showing Capito and her grandfather’s first days together:
From the moment the pair met, something in Luis began to shift. Gone were the passive days spent indoors. Instead, Luis was up early, eager to take Capito outside.
The two began exploring the garden together, sharing walks along the beach, and building a daily routine full of joy and movement.
“My grandfather is happy and much more active,” Paz shared. “He used to refuse to go out, but now Capito motivates him. He steals Luis’ shoes, begs for attention, and gets him moving. It’s beautiful to see.”
It’s been more than three months since Capito joined the family, and in that time, Luis has come alive in ways no one expected.
The bond between man and dog has only grown deeper, filled with affection, laughter, and companionship.
Though adopting a pet later in life comes with challenges — and requires strong support from loved ones — Paz has no doubt that bringing Capito home was the right decision.
“Watching the connection between my grandfather and Capito, and seeing the joy he’s brought to their lives, confirms it every single day,” she said.
In Capito, Luis didn’t just find a pet. He found a reason to embrace life again.
