Chris and Mariesa are the epitome of dog lovers. Already proud parents to 12 dogs, they couldn’t resist opening their hearts and home to even more.
Their love for animals has no limits, and their story of meeting their 12th dog, Jackson, highlights just how dedicated they are to giving dogs a better life.
Their visit to the local shelter was nothing short of fate for one dog in particular—a pregnant terrier named Storie. At the shelter, Storie was on the verge of giving birth, but something was holding her back.
She was uncomfortable, anxious, and refused to go into labor while in the cold, stressful conditions of the kennel.
Chris and Mariesa, always on the lookout to help dogs in need, were visiting the shelter with the hope of adopting a dog who needed immediate care.
When they saw Storie with her swollen belly, they knew she was the one. They sensed that all she needed was a loving home to feel safe enough to bring her puppies into the world.
A Surprising Discovery
After adopting Storie, they took her to the vet for an ultrasound. The news they received was astonishing—Storie wasn’t carrying just a few puppies; she was expecting 12!
Chris and Mariesa quickly began preparing their home, setting up a cozy kennel for the soon-to-be mama dog. They expected to have a couple of days before Storie would go into labor.
But Storie had other plans. Just 18 hours after being picked up from the shelter, she went into labor. It was clear—Storie had been waiting for the comfort and safety of a real home to welcome her babies into the world.
A Happy Ending for Storie and Her Puppies
That night, Storie gave birth to 12 healthy puppies, and Chris and Mariesa were right by her side, ensuring she had everything she needed.
The couple was thrilled to be part of such a miraculous moment, and they had already decided to keep one puppy each before the rest were put up for adoption.
With the help of Pibbles and More Animal Rescue, the organization Chris and Mariesa fostered Storie through, all 12 puppies were soon placed in loving homes.
Storie, too, found her forever family and was able to start a new, joyful chapter of her life.
This heartwarming story is a testament to the love and dedication Chris and Mariesa have for animals. Their compassion for dogs in need, like Storie, highlights how far they’re willing to go to provide safety and love.
We are grateful for people like them who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of dogs. The world certainly needs more dog lovers like Chris and Mariesa!