When Brie first met the pregnant Pit Bull, she immediately felt the dog’s fear. The dog, later named Valentine, is crazy and clearly traumatized by his past experiences. Brie knew she had to help this scared, expectant mother, so she brought him home and began the slow process of building trust between them. It took time and patience for Valentine to learn to trust again, but with each passing day, she became more comfortable in her new surroundings. Brie and Valentine gradually formed a strong bond, and after about three weeks, the pregnant Pit Bull finally felt secure enough to venture outside with her new friend.
Brie named the dog Valentine because he arrived on Valentine’s Day. Over the days, Brie spends hours just watching Valentine’s belly, marveling at the ‘ripples’ and movements of the unborn puppies. They eagerly await the arrival of the little ones, not sure when the labor will begin.
One morning, Valentine seems to be giving birth, but it turns out to be a false alarm. However, the next day, the nesting behavior began, and Brie knew it was time to give birth to the puppies. Valentine gave birth to six healthy puppies, and despite being a first-time mother, her maternal instincts kicked in immediately. She took care of her babies with love and dedication, and Brie could not be more proud of her.
Over the next eight weeks, Brie watched the puppies grow and develop their own unique personalities. They experience many things, such as playing outside and exploring the world around them. When it came time for the puppies to go to their new homes, it was hard for Brie to let them go. She knew, however, that they were destined for wonderful families who would love and care for them as she did.
At first, Brie planned to take care of Valentine until he found a permanent home, but soon realized that she couldn’t bear to part with the brave and loving Pit Bull. He decides to adopt Valentine and make him a permanent part of his family. Inspired by Valentine’s incredible journey and the bond they formed, Brie is now looking to open her own rescue in honor of her beloved Pit Bull. Together, they will continue to change the lives of dogs in need, spreading love and hope to animals who have been dealt a rough hand in life.