This Border Collie has a story to tell 

"Pet Of The Day" and giveaway winners were not included in this video so the focus could remain on Happy's Place Rescue.

“But she didn’t last very long.” WHAT!? “Right after her groom…” Oh, no… “She was adopted by her new family.” Oh… well, good!

Hi, we're Kayla's forever family and want to say thank you very much to Happy's Place and to you for all you do. We are very experienced dog owners (Norwegian Elkhound, Australian Shepherd and Rhodesian Ridgeback/Mastiff X) who have been missing a dog in the house since our last pet passed away in Feb 2020. This video made me cry and cry even after already knowing Kayla's story. Once again thank you to everyone involved in her rescue. We promise to make her senior years her best!!

I love the much-deserved passive aggression towards the previous owners. I'm glad she got adopted so quickly thanks to the rescue and the breeder - rightfully retiring with a better family!

Will never understand how people can just be done with a loving pet. They are yours for life. You can see years of happy energy left in this girl

The message about pets not being "objects" really speaks to me. I work at a cat rescue, and seeing people return cats after they realize the work required to care for them really infuriates me. Keep doing your awesome work! This collie is so beautiful and I love that she got adopted after her groom!

I'm 56yrs old and have had several dogs throughout my life. I cannot comprehend "getting rid" of one of my dogs just because they're getting old. In my experience, that's when I loved them even more. Dogs do change when they get older; they rely on you more, they follow you around more, and they definitely need more of your time and attention. I hurts my heart trying to imagine how traumatic it must be for these dogs whose owners abandon them after they have shown nothing but trust, loyalty and love.

"A pet is not an item. You don't throw them away when they're no longer of use to you." As someone who had a pet of their own, this is _very_ true. You get attached to your fur-brothers and fur-sisters as you live with them! Saying goodbye for the last time is _hard,_ and I'm speaking from personal experience.

"She's full of energy and zip; she enjoys hiking and walks" sounds like the opening to a Tinder profile. And who can resist Kayla? She's so adorable! I love her already, and I don't know her.

My Uncle passed away last year and he had a Border Collie named Mira. While he was in the hospital, I spent the best 3 weeks of my life going over to his house 4 times a day taking care of her. My brother found her a new home at one of his neighbors house. They absolutely adore her and she is so well taken care of. That's all he wanted when he was dying, to make sure his beloved Mira was going to be well taken care. No worries Unc, she is and we miss you.

Love the fact the breeder is just a good person who cares about every dog they bring into the world. Send our thanks to them!

"she didn't last very long." Right as I about to cry "She was adopted ☺️" Still cries, but joyfully

I have a gorgeous Border Collie. She was dumped on the street, by one of my neighbours, because she was pregnant. She, (Cassie) turned up on our doorstep, and decided never to leave. She's so intelligent, loving, and loyal, and I'm so glad that 7 years ago, Cassie chose us. ❤

The “pets are not objects to be thrown away when you no longer want them” made me cry my heart out. My cat Finn was literally thrown away in a garbage bag by his previous family. Now I have a sweet, cuddly boy who is terrified of weather and plastic bags who would do anything for my love and approval. He will be with our family until his very last breath, and hopefully if one day we must make the hardest choice for him, he will die happy in my arms knowing he’s loved.

despite her physique being an old lady, her energy is damn high n she runs like a puppy! glad she is happy n adopted

My dog is 16 years old. It has NEVER crossed my mind to leave her. Some people truly don't deserve their dogs. Look at her face. She's just so innocent. She deserves a loving family. This stories make me sick.

as owner of a border collie...this breaks my heart mine just turned 7 yrs old. I've never seen a senior border collie not be fun to have. They have so much energy and drive until their very las day :( I'm glad she found some good people that deserved having her for the rest of her life. Thank you to that responsible breeder and rescue and you as well!

Watching her bounce across the yard there, I'm thinking, "THIS is an 11 year old dog?!" :D I'm glad she has a new home now! Dogs are Loving FAMILY, and you don't abandon loving family!

>senior dog >runs like she’s a youngen She’s gonna last a looooong time with her new home 😍

As an owner of a senior Border Collie This really hurts my feelings. I’m glad you have a loving family now ❤️ Love from your ancestral home, Cumbria.

"Pets are not items". Facts! Thank you for all you do!

I will never understand how people can just throw their animals away. They didn't deserve them in the first place. Thank you for doing this!

Shes 11 years old?! She is so energetic and her fur is stunning! What a beauty, no wonder she got adopted immediately! I hope the new family treats her well :D

I am pleasantly pleased to just find out that our area has a program called seniors for seniors. It's well known that elderly and disabled live longer and have overall better physical and emotional health when owning a pet. However many seniors/disabled do not have the financial resources to own a pet. This program works to match a senior dog or cat with a low income senior/disabled human. They become thier forever foster. The shelter still owns the pet and provides all expenses for vets, food, litter, grooming etc... It's a win win for both senior pet and senior human. So glad this beautiful border collie found a forever home!😊

She reminds me of “our” old dog-she wasn’t ours, the was the owner of the house we were renting’s dog, but was living out at the house because her owners moved to a city where she was miserable (like legitimately depressed). She was an old border collie mix. She was so sweet. Even though she was old she was full of energy. She LOVED being outdoors. The property had a decently large yard and we let her go out on a very long lead tied to a tree so that she could run around and play but not go off the property. She took care of our cat and kittens. We moved out because the house owner’s son wanted to buy the house and the dog stayed with them. She passed away a short time later. I miss her, even if she wasn’t technically “our” dog. Wow, that was 5 or 6 years ago too…

" A pet isn't an item. You don't throw it away when it's no longer of use to you." Damn, that is so true. I think many people refuse to acknowledge that animals have feelings too, and they are not there just to gratify the owner. This is especially important for people who are getting pandemic pets to listen to understand, and reflect on the responsibility they are taking up. That being said, she looks absolutely beautiful, and you did such a good job on her! It's always such a pleasure to watch you work! I am so happy that she got a forever family! Hope she has a great life😊

an 11 year old collie might be the perfect dog… all the collie intelligence, but you just might be able to keep up with them!

I was both sad and angry to hear she was surrendered just because she was old. My immediate family has loved and lost at least 7 beloved dogs and cats, helping them live their best lives until the end, and it's going to be just as sad when their current pets die as when the pets I grew up with died. I'm glad for this sweetie that she'll have a great life with her new family.

I'm so happy she was adopted! 😍🥰 Shame on people treating senior animals and other "un-adoptable" animals like garbage. 😡 I prefer animals to most people. 😅

My boy is a senior himself and I can't imagine giving him up for anything in the world. He requires more medical care because of his age but I'd lose my home or go into debt before I surrendered him to a shelter. We're each other's forever family.

I have a 9 years old border collie and i couldn't imagine my life without her. Senior dogs are just as loving as puppies and deserve the world

11 years old and give the dog up for adoption! shame on them!

She worked her whole life they should have taken care of her

THIS is what we need more from content creators. Not too long, not misleading, and straight to the point videos. Respect to you

The way she was running around the yard, you would never believe how old she is. What a great cause! Thank you for sharing!

That dog looks fucking great for 11 years old. That’s before the grooming to. Goddamn, adorable.

Border collies are one of the most intelligent dogs there are....what a sweetie....

Girl with the Dogs sang the song of my people: “dogs are not an item or accessory and we should treat them with love and respect”! Thank you @ Girl With The Dogs

Literally brings tear’s to my eyes realizing someone disposed of such a beautiful gift without a second thought.

Nothing makes me more angry then when a senior pup is abandoned, they are family not disposable objects. Thank you and this rescue for helping these babies

Dogs are your mates FOR LIFE. 👍

My doggo is current 19 years old - I could never imagine letting her go to another home just because of her age She has dementia and arthritis and some days are really tough with her but she gave me 19 years of unconditional love and companionship The least I can do for her is make sure she has everything she could ever need in her last few years I don’t know that she will make 20 but I am grateful everyday that I had the privilege to have her longer than most people will ever have a dog/pet 💕

The idea of giving up on a dog or any animal just because they couldn't "show" her anymore really makes me mad. Thank you for grooming her and to the breeder and rescue that stepped in when she needed help.

My dog growing up was half border collie, half borzoi. He was an old soul and passed away at the grand old age of 16. Miss you, Jasper. ❤️

Thank you for pointing out that rescues and responsible breeders can and DO work together. Kayla is a lovely old lady.

Ahw poor girl. What a sweetheart. Look at her go! I hate it when people do this to oldies :( Thank you for making people aware of ethical breeders xx

I could never understand how someone could let go of their fur baby. I still miss my doggie and it's been 13 years since he left us. Thank you for the hard work and attention you are bringing to this cause.

I have a senior dog. 17 yo with a ton of comorbidities. How can you abandon them? She’s my heart.

Help the bordervollie and the lady people. Save the dog in name of GOd and donate

I could never imagine my pet becoming of no more use to me and just giving them away. And after 11 YEARS. That poor creature is bonded to you. The familiar smells, the routines, all of it. Once you take in a pet, it's for life.

This video was surprisingly difficult to get through without crying as I recently lost my 16 year old border collie mix. This dogs face was almost identical to my boy's. I adopted him when he was 9 and had him for 7 wonderful squirrel chasing years. Thank you so much for caring about the older puppies. They deserve a happy home to enjoy the rest of their lives in. 💙💙💙💙

Because of all those terrible stories of shelters overfilled with abandoned pets I once decided to check out my local animal shelter in a city of about 2.5k people and they had like three dogs with problematic behaviour/past that they were not giving away to first-time owners or families. I guess that's a good thing, not many pets who were just "thrown away" for no good reason. The animal shelter in my current city has more dogs but they list reasons why their previous owner gave them up, usually biting the owner or not doing well with kids or some previous trauma, making the dog extremely high-maintenance. I'm glad these dogs are at least not just given away for no reason at all.

It just hurts me to think of someone giving up their senior dog because they don’t have time for them. I couldn’t have even imagined giving up our 15 yr old Bichon poodle mix who died a little over a year ago.

Aww her little tongue peeking out so cute. I can’t ever imagine giving up one of my pets. When we adopted them that meant for all their lives. Glad she found a home sweet what a sweet girl.

I was crying in under a minute. People can be such jerks.

I just heard someone saying in a video that ‘dogs are people’ . I like that view . Dogs are in fact sentient beings , roughly meaning that they think , and feel , and experience sensations as we do . That is what the man meant when he said dogs are people . If we treat animals as things we are incredibly cruel . Dogs require most of what we do in order to happily thrive . The foremost of these things is love , closely followed by such things as security , food , shelter , and so on. They feel as people do when they are deprived of these things , maybe worse actually , because they have no idea why this happened , or what to do .

I've never understood how older animals are "harder" to find homes for-- older animals have settled personalities; you know what you're getting when you adopt or foster a senior animal, they know their needs and can communicate them to you just because they've been around the sun a bit longer than a young animal. I've never once given up a pet because they were old or unhealthy. Good on the breeder and the shelter for doing the right thing, especially since (as far as I've noticed) a lot of people who want purebreds want them because they can say "I was able to afford it" --and then when the shine wears off the animal is treated like any other disposable status symbol. I hope the shelter gets a nice influx of donations from this video!

"This show dog" says VOLUMES. The original owners wanted a show dog in its prime; they were not interested in looking after a pet from day one, they wanted to MONETISE the dog, and when that monetisation started to fade, they binned the dog. I find that utterly reprehensible >:( Well done on helping her find a furever family - she deserves it!

I just can't imagine having a dog for this long and just tossing it aside. Plus you can see that she's such a happy and energetic doggo. POS these people...

All of our dogs have been rescued including a pure bred border collie who was born deaf. He lived till the age of 17. We now have a Shepard husky mix who adores my husband and has become his service dog( my husband suffers from ptsd) will continue to rescue as long as we are able..the love rescues give is total..thank you for your service regarding rescues

I love her how she sticks out her tongue just a wee bit.

So glad she found a happy forever home for her senior years. She seems like such a precious girl.

We adopted a senior BC (they say she was 13). Mandy adapted immediately to our other 2 dogs and they to her. She was always well mannered. Mandy was with us for a little over 2 years and played frisbee every day until the day before she passed. We could have played to the idea that she was just a visitor, living out her life in a little more comfort than a shelter, but we always had a trio of dogs and Mandy restored that. There's a saying, "hold on tightly, let go lightly." We can only spoil them while they're here. And wish them well when they're gone.

Kayla's an intelligent, beautiful dog! Some border collies don't live long, but Kayla is an exceptional example of her breed! You did such a selfless service! She behaved so well! She was a show dog and it showed in this groom. Kayla appreciated what you did! Best of luck to Happy, who also was involved in Kayla's case and to you, who made Kayla beautiful and comfy!

Stories about unloved senior pets hit me the most. Thankfully she has found a real family in no time flat. Thanks for a free groom.

The way she’s zooming around the yard, how exactly was she “too old” for her original family?

She is a beautiful dog. Thank you

I hate when people treat animals like this. Thank goodness for those who open their hearts arms and homes to them.

Collies are extremely intelligent. It pains me to see people do this to a living human being. Good on that breeder, and good on the shelter for making sure this beautiful little friend is in a good and happy home. Take care of your pets, unconditionally. That, is Worm Knowledge. Edit: Didnt mean human beings there, but hey thats funny as hell so im keepin it

Ugh. I also did not have time for my senior cat. So I dropped obligations so I could sit at home with her. Y'all...stuff happens...deaths, homes burn, I get it....but please, surrendering, it is a last resort. PLEASE be willing to give up what you can when you adopt an animal for their entire life.

How anyone can do that.... Smfh. Breaks my heart into a million pieces. Awwwwww, and you did the groom outta sweetness. I love you so much.

During the recent lockdowns, a *lot* of people bought a dog. Some of these people were responsible owners who recognised that a dog is for life & are prepared to invest the time & money in giving the animal a loving, caring home. Others, once they (or the child?) got bored with the responsibility of dog ownership or found that they couldn't afford the costs involved have cast the dog aside. The fortunate dogs have finished up in the rescue centre & these centres are struggling to cope with the sheer number of animals. The unfortunate ones can finish up roaming the streets, abandoned, unloved & uncared for. Thank you for highlighting the importance of being a good & caring pet owner.

I am disgusted with owners who don't take proper care of their pets once they turn a senior age. Thank you to the foster family, and the new owners for giving Kayla a second chance. Thanks also to Happy's Place for giving senior and palliative pets the dignity and respect they deserve. You're all awesome :-)

I burst out in tears at that first sentence. No being should ever be abandoned. She seems like such a sweetheart. I’m so glad she found a true forever home.

The reason you have one million subscribers is you are a kind soul who deeply cares about the welfare of animals.

How could some scumbag just get rid of their dog like that ?? Even worse, after 11 years. Absolutely disgusting.

I've never understood how people could adopt a dog, have it be part of their family for years, and then abandon it when it's old.

I will never understand how people can just get rid of a pet like that, it breaks my heart and I am very glad she has found a new forever home, she deserves it as she is a beautiful dog

Getting a pet is a huge responsibility which should not b failed..💪💪 Would such irresponsible owners appreciate being surrendered into an old age home whn they hit the so called surrender age.... Tons n loads of respect to such groups catering to senior pets..👌👏👏.also kudos to families who reach out for senior dogs..👏👏...

I didn't know breeders, reputable or not, did that kind of thing. Thanks to the breeder (and HUGE kudos to them, as well) for saving Kayla after her family decided they didn't want her, anymore.

This angers me to no end. I adopted my first border collie, "Hazel The Razel-Dazzel" a 3 year old, from a shelter were she was dumped by her owners because her hips were ruined from them training her for competition too early. I found out they actually tied her to a tree in the park and someone found her. I spent 14 beautiful years with her. She had to be trained to play. They crated her all the time and she had no spark. I did a great job teaching her to hike, run, play, swim and sit on the couch. I miss her a lot. I now have another 3yr old border collie aussie shepard mix, I raised as a puppy, who is a super intelligent energetic goof ball, Panda Bear. ❤

I am so glad she was adopted and the breeder was an ethical one, her previous owners were jerks and didn’t deserve her. I have a border collie myself and although she doesn’t do shows, she’s with me til the end, mine or hers, if it’s mine, my husband or children will keep her, we love her.

damn what a pretty dog especially for being 11

Vanessa we have a lot of respect for you, you’re witty, selfless and kind - with pure intentions always at heart. We are so lucky to have this channel ❤️

I rescued a almost 10 year old corgi. She is my life and I couldn't imagine my life without her. She's 13, almost 14 and is still like a puppy most days.

She is beautiful. Border collies are intelligent... more so than an irresponsible owner. Thankful a rescue and you are here.

Thank for this video, twice. First, for the very lovely groom you provided this beautiful dog, and second for your voiceover. I have over 20 years rescuing and rehabilitating unwanted Border Collies. My most recent rescue, Buster, was 10yo when I adopted him, and he recently passed at 14. Senior dogs are so awesome, and shouldn't be passed over. Seeing Kayla running in your yard reminded my Of Buster and brought a smile to my face. You'll have to excuse me, I have some dirt in my eye . . .

What a gorgeous dog, those people were insane to give her up

What a beautiful old lady. I just love her little tongue sticking out during the massage. I am glad Kayla found a good home. I have a senior pup myself, and the idea of giving her up after 12 1/2 years is absurd to me. She's been sick lately and it's cost me a lot of money, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

Your comment about dogs not being items and not to be thrown away when no longer useful, really got to me My first dog was a Greyhound called Lady (Technically not first since my Grandma had a border terrier called Tugger) She was a Ex-racing dog. Once she was no longer able to race (For Greyhounds if not taken care of properly this can happen early) her owner kicked her out onto the streets of Manchester Where for months she had to fend for herself. Lady was a difficult dog , We could never really get her to trust anything on 4 legs except for our two cats Chippy and Angel (After Angel asserted dominance by swiping at ladies nose lol) We had to take her for walks late at night in really really out of the way areas. For all the challenges she brought we still loved her and cherished her , I was at school when she was put down, She went for a check-up at the vets since we felt like something was wrong and that same day she left this world. I never got to say goodbye to her, she was there in the morning before school and gone by the time I got back. We buried her in our Garden with all of our family pets so she will never be alone (Shes being accompanied in the afterlife , by several chickens , Hamsters , rats , dogs and cats ) I just cant for the life of me understand why people would treat there pets like this.

We adopted a 2 year old Golden Shepherd (AKA Retriever GSD Mix) in January 2021. She was sweet, perfectly trained and we were told she was abandoned in SC. She fit in perfectly with our existing GSD & Collie/Husky Mix. We loved her from the moment we adopted her. Unfortunately, five weeks later she suffered serial seizures and passed in just 18 hours. The seizures were most likely why she was abandoned. If we had known would would have put her on anti-seizure medication and she would have lived a long and happy life. Shame that some "people" have no respect for life. We miss you Koda :(

The same thing recently happened at my kennel too. One of our clients is an old wife and husband who are both deaf. They have been clients for a couple of years and their wonderful dog is named Penny, and she is 15 years old. She lived with the family since she was a puppy. However, 2 weeks ago, the old couple was put into assisted living due to their growing age, and they are being relocated to an area which doesn't allow animals. So, Penny is left under our care, away from the people who had been with her for her entire life. I find it really sad. Fortunately, we are taking great care of her and hoping to find her another family where she can live out the last of her days being loved again.

I’ve never understood committing to a pet, and then just up and deciding one day, “nah”. Now, saying that. I *did* adopt a 4 yr. old Bassett hound from a a breed specific rescue as I was under the distinct impression that he was good with with kids. I had a mellow 10 year old (no, really- artistic,sensitive, quiet, voracious reader, and she still is at 22) at the time. It became obvious in the first 3 days that we weren’t a good fit for him due to bouts of luring one of us into a state of calm only to change his mind and snap at our hand or my child’s face. We returned him to the rescue via one of their certified fosters, but I really felt like I failed him. I know he found his forever home with that foster and lived his time almost exclusively on the clean laundry pile there. But I was upset for weeks. I’ve had the privilege to know many pets in my lifetime, and I’ve never made a solid “you now live here forever, this is your permanent home, we love you” and not meant it. I can’t imagine discarding a pet because of age, new family circumstances, or age. However, I cannot say I’ve never surrendered one of mine, and it still hurts my heart and produces guilt to this day.

She’s the goodest girl and very beautiful glad to see she went to a good family who’ll love here A pox on her family who abandoned this gorgeous girl

YOU ARE an Angel!!!!!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😎😎😎😎😎😚😚😙😗😘

My favorite quote is “Pets Are Forever…and forever does not mean as long as it’s convenient for you.” We just adopted or 6th rescue dog Monday before Thanksgiving. He is 6 years old and had a very hard first three years. We hope we make the rest of his years the best.

Such a beautiful dog! She so tolerant for her first groom! So irresponsible for those abusers to do this to her. So glad she nice and safe now! 😁😻🐕 (Sorry guys I forgot she was a show dog so Yh she would’ve definitely been groomed constantly!😅)

Thank you for helping Kyla!

I have a Sheltie and I'm sobbing

Who could ever get rid of such a sweet dog? She’s an absolute beauty. I’m glad she got a real home and family that sees her for who she is, instead of seeing her show dog status. 😍