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Gaining Attention
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
However, the shelter never gave up hope and continued to document their special relationship on their site in the hopes of catching someone’s attention.
As they continued to wait, a wonderful volunteer named Jodi saw their posts and decided she wanted to foster the pair while they waited for a forever home. It was just the beginning.
Melting Hearts
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
Their foster mom, Jodi, continued to post about their adorable relationship and often sent their pictures to the shelter, which would upload them to their site.
Their heartwarming story quickly gained attention, and their loyalty toward each other wowed other dog lovers. It wasn’t long before the perfect opportunity came along and knocked at the door.
Homed Together
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
A family from San Jose fell in love with Merrill and Taco’s story when they saw the listing on the shelter’s website. They arranged a visit with Jodi to meet the two dogs and then decided that they wanted to make them a part of their family.
When it came time for Taco and Merrill to go to their new home, they were thrilled to be going together. But it was not a happy ending… yet.
Health Issues
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
Taco suffered from asthma and dental disease, as most senior dogs do, and he had only 4 teeth. These health issues appeared at first to be minor problems until his new family took him to the vet a month after he and Merrill were adopted.
Then the family got the news, and the outlook did not look good.
In Danger
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
Unless something were done soon, Taco would suffer impending heart failure. The medical evaluation found that Taco’s heart was enlarged, and fluid surrounded his lungs.
A specialist visit was scheduled, and he was immediately put on medication. The family braced for the worst but tried to hope for the best.
Hoping For The Best
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
Despite being on medication, Taco’s owners knew that his advanced age meant he might not recover. The family gave him a fighting chance anyway and gave him lots of love and attention. Merrill also rallied to Taco’s side and didn’t leave her best friend for a minute.
Then, incredibly, Taco’s condition seemed to begin to improve.
Little Fighter
Facebook _ Merrill and Taco
Taco’s condition has since stabilized, and his heart is no longer at risk. He has to take several medications for life, including anti-seizure drugs and steroids for his lungs.
He still has respiratory issues, but that doesn’t seem to stop the little Chihuahua from having fun with his human siblings and his best friend, Merrill.
