Illinois Dog’s “Human Eyes” Stopped One Woman Cold After Three Months In A Kennel
After being found wandering the streets of Illinois, Sybie waited quietly in a shelter for three months. When Erica saw her hopeful eyes, she knew this sweet dog had found her forever home.
Wandering the Streets of Chicago
Before she found the warmth of a loving home, a dog named Sybie had a difficult start. She was discovered wandering the streets on the south side of Chicago, entirely alone.
To the shelter staff who took her in, her past seemed unfortunately clear. It looked as though she had been used for backyard breeding.
Like many dogs in her situation, she was likely dumped after having a litter. She found herself in a shelter, waiting for a second chance that seemed elusive.
Even though she was still relatively young, Sybie spent about three months waiting in her kennel. Older dogs often have a harder time finding homes when many adopters are looking for puppies.
A Quiet Plea for Love
When Erica visited the shelter, she was met with a cacophony of barking from dogs desperate for attention. But one dog stood out by being completely silent.
Sybie wasn’t barking or jumping; she was just waiting. When Erica walked up to her kennel, Sybie simply stared at her with big, hopeful eyes.
“She just stared at me with these big hopeful eyes, basically saying, ‘please take me home,'” Erica recalled.
As Erica approached, Sybie gently licked her hand up and down. In that quiet, tender moment, Erica made a life-changing decision: “I think this is the dog for me.”
Settling In Quickly
Erica brought Sybie home, unsure of how the rescue dog would adjust to her new surroundings. To her surprise, Sybie warmed up incredibly fast.
It became clear to Erica that Sybie had likely lived in a home before her time on the streets. She knew the ropes early on and quickly sought out the most comfortable spots.
Her main goal was simple: she just wanted to curl up on the couch.
Having a whole family and a variety of cozy places to snuggle in seemed to be exactly what Sybie had been waiting for all along.
The Celebration Rolls
Once she realized she was safe, Sybie’s playful personality began to shine through. She found a unique and adorable way to express her joy.
Her go-to play move is rolling around on the floor or the grass. Erica noted that Sybie has been celebrating her adoption with “nonstop rolls.”
This simple act of pure happiness showed just how much Sybie appreciated her new life.
She was no longer the quiet, shut-down dog in the shelter; she was a vibrant, joyful companion.
A Special Bond
While Sybie is incredibly snuggly with everyone she meets, she has formed a particularly strong attachment to one person in the house.
She is absolutely in love with Erica’s boyfriend. “She thinks he’s her boyfriend,” Erica joked.
The bond they share is unique, different even from how Sybie interacts with Erica. Whether it’s his energy or just a special connection, Sybie simply cannot get enough of him.
It’s a heartwarming sight to see the once-lonely dog so deeply devoted to her new family members.
Bowling Ball Energy and Floppy Ears
Despite her sweet and snuggly nature, Sybie is also a strong, muscular dog. Erica affectionately compares her to a “bowling ball” when she runs into you.
One of Sybie’s most endearing physical traits is her ears. Erica is incredibly grateful that Sybie’s ears weren’t cropped by her previous owners.
She has the cutest little floppy ears that bounce up and down when she goes for walks.
It’s a charming detail that adds to her expressive personality and overall cuteness.
Human Eyes and a Surprising DNA Test
Sybie’s expressive face often draws comments from people who meet her. Erica’s friends frequently point out that Sybie has “human eyes,” a sentiment Erica definitely agrees with.
Curious about her exact background, Erica decided to do an Embark DNA test on Sybie.
The results came back showing that Sybie is a hundred percent American Pit Bull Terrier.
While Erica believes there might be a few other breed mixes hiding in her ancestry, there is no denying that Sybie is a beautiful, loving dog.
A Life Saved Just in Time
Reflecting on their journey, Erica realizes just how crucial her timing was. If she hadn’t adopted Sybie when she did, the sweet dog might not have made it.
Erica noted that some of the other dogs she had looked at online were put down around the same time she adopted Sybie.
It’s a sobering thought that makes their bond even more precious.
Sybie didn’t give up when she was scared in the shelter. She kept those hopeful eyes looking forward, knowing something better was on the horizon, and now she is genuinely just happy to be alive.
