Shelter Pit Bull Mix Finally Gets Adopted After 726 Days - and Her Face Says Everything
Shelter dogs pine for a forever home, but many are passed over for longer periods of time than others. Reasons range from age and breed to size and health issues, but these precious pooches have so much to offer and just want a chance.
Sarabel the Pit Bull remained in the SPCA Florida shelter for almost two years. The pretty Pittie recently received the best news ever and her joy could not be contained.
@spcaflorida Happy Adoption Day Sarabel! Sarabel came to us in April of 2024. During the 726 days she was in our care, she made a lot of friends. No one can resist her big goofy smile. About a year ago Sarabel suddenly lost the ability to use her back legs. She managed to move on two and then conquered the doggy wheelchair. Thanks to the dedication of our canine and medical staff, Sarabel has regained use of her legs. It truly hasn't slowed her down. Happy Adoption Day Sarabel! We can't wait for you to experience this next chapter of your life. We love you forever, SPCA Florida Staff #rescuedogsoftiktok#adoption#bestdayever#dogadoption#animalrescue
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The TikTok from @spcaflorida told Sarabel's story as a celebration was being held in the precious pooch's honor.
"Our longest resident got adopted today," the onscreen text explained as Sarabel happily ran out to major applause. "Staff members gathered to say goodbye."
The canine cutie was literally smiling from ear to ear as she pranced with joy and cuddled with staff members. Her bright disposition showed no signs of the health issues she previously battled and overcame.
"Sarabel was in our care for 726 days," the story continued. "During that time she suffered from suspect IVDD (intervertebral disc disease), but nothing could hold our girl down."
Adopted just 4 days before her 2-year anniversary, Sarabel sat in her new father's lap and seemed to already feel at home.
Sarabel Temporarily Needed a Wheelchair
The caption shared some details on Sarabel's health battle. IVDD is a common back issue in dogs with long backs and short legs, and the Pit Bull's condition reached a point where she needed help to walk.
"About a year ago Sarabel suddenly lost the ability to use her back legs," the caption explained. "She managed to move on two and then conquered the doggy wheelchair."
The SPCA Florida team was committed to Sarabel's recovery and the fearless fur baby was determined to overcome her challenges.
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"Thanks to the dedication of our canine and medical staff, Sarabel has regained use of her legs," the TikTok reported. "It truly hasn't slowed her down."
The post concluded with loving wishes to Sarabel and her bright future ahead: "Happy Adoption Day, Sarabel! We can't wait for you to experience this next chapter of your life."
For more information on SPCA Florida, visit their website.
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This story was originally published May 24, 2026 at 8:10 AM.