The bond between a family and their pet is strong and one you can’t mess with no matter what you throw at them. Their bonds are astounding and inspiring. One such story is the couple who went to an adoption event at their local shelter. They fell in love with a dog there, but their lease prohibited them from adopting him.

A month passed and they still couldn’t forget the animal so they went back and he was still there. He had been adopted and returned by another family. Thinking it was fate, the family adopted him but quickly discovered he was not an indoor pet.

Watch the video below and tune into the third story, which details what happens next.

It’s a huge move to love and protect their family pet.