It is possible that some animals are born with disabilities or deformities that make them look a little different. These animals deserve love just like anyone else, but the way they look can make finding them a challenge.
Luckily, one dog born with a crooked smile recently found a family so in love with him that they drove nearly 3,000 miles across the country to adopt him!
In Carlsbad, California, the San Diego Department of Animal Services was caring for Harvey, a year-and-a-half-old husky.
Harvey’s crooked smile is part of his facial deformity, but it does not bother him, according to a social media post from humane officer Joy Ollinger.
“I think it makes him even more endearing,” wrote Joy, who described the husky’s temperament as “quiet and mellow.” “He walks like a dream on leash too!”
Despite Harvey’s happiness and the fact that he appears to be healthy, it can sometimes be difficult to find homes for dogs of different looks.
One family went the extra mile to adopt Harvey after he quickly won their hearts.
CBS 8 reported that Seattle resident Sherry Lankston fell in love with Joy’s post about Harvey. Even though Harvey was 2,600 miles away, she decided it would be worth the trip.
“I saw that silly grin and knew we had to meet him. It’s been a few years since we could visit our friends and favorite places in San Diego, so why not? Roadtrip,” she told CBS 8.
Sherry and her family traveled while a winter storm hit southern California, and knew Harvey might not still be up for adoption by the time they arrived in San Diego.
Harvey was still available after their days-long trek from Seattle to San Diego, so they adopted him.
We’re so glad Harvey has been adopted! After this family drove so far to adopt Harvey, it’s clear that they love him a lot.
