When a dog is abandoned, the most fortunate outcome is for them to be discovered by a kind-hearted person who takes them to safety. It is rare to hear stories of abandoned dogs forming friendships with other abandoned dogs. Therefore, when a woman allowed her beloved pets to roam and play in their rural neighborhood, she never could have anticipated that they would return home with an unexpected companion.

That's exactly what unfolded. Sara Nisevic, the owner, decided to check on her furry companions only to be greeted by a delightful surprise. Her dogs were frolicking with a brown puppy, exhibiting a camaraderie that suggested a long-lasting friendship. However, Sara was clueless about the identity of this newfound companion.

The charming little dog was incredibly affable, and his newfound bond with Sara's dogs compelled him to make a genuine effort to win her over. Recounting the experience to The Dodo, Sara shared, "When we approached the dog, he eagerly ran towards us, seeking affection and showering us with requests for pets and kisses. In that moment, I felt an immediate connection and knew deep down that this dog belonged with us."

As Sara lives in such a rural area, she knew that the chances of the dog just wandering off and getting lost were very slim. It was more likely that he had been abandoned. Sara said:

“We live in the middle of nowhere, and we know all the dogs in the valley,” Nisevic said. “The area is unfortunately known for dumping dogs.” Although Sara already had such a bond with the dog, she knew that the right thing to do was to be one hundred percent sure that he didn’t have an owner. First off she checked for a microchip before she began posting online to see if an owner would come forward.

But no owner ever came forward, so Sara took the dog in for herself. She named him Strudel and he seemed to settle into her home quickly. It’s like he chose Sara to be his new owner, as he knew that she would give him the love and care that he hadn’t been given in the past.

“Strudel is very polite and was polite from the second we met him,” Nisevic said. “When called to come inside, he was hesitant at first, but as soon as he was in, he made himself right at home.”

Sara noticed a remarkable bond forming between Strudel and her older rescue dog, Srna. In order to ensure Strudel's comfort in his new home, she decided to create a spacious dog bed that could accommodate both of them. Instantly, the two buddies snuggled up together, finding solace in each other's presence. Sara joyfully shared, "Since then, they have slept together in that bed every single night." The family couldn't be happier to have Strudel as a cherished member, and it appears that the feeling is reciprocated.

"He adores curling up with you in bed and relishing in cuddles," Sara expressed to The Dodo. "Outdoors, he exudes playful energy. He constantly pokes his big sister Srna, urging her to engage in playtime, and being so small, he playfully nibbles on her legs—it's the only part he can reach!"