When Bill Shaver met his new rescue dog, he went fishing without contemplating how this experience might alter his life. Bill chose to stop at a rest area while returning to his Missouri home after going fishing in Arkansas.
He made the decision to leave the car door open and the engine running since he knew it would only take a few minutes to rest, stretch, use the restroom, and swiftly remove the rubbish from his vehicle.
He went back to his vehicle and discovered an amazing surprise waiting for him in the front passenger seat. There was a dog that was abandoned.
When Bill took a good look at the small dog, he saw that she had been abandoned severely, was nothing more than skin and bones, and was obviously starving. Bill then offered her the one food item she was currently in possession of—a Rice Krispie bar.
The dog soon finished the food and curled up on the seat, making it obvious that the poor creature needed assistance right now.
Bill realized he had to act at that precise time because he couldn’t leave her there and remove her adorable tiny face. Without giving it much thought, Bill realized that it was best to bring her home with him because the dog had finally found the perfect assistance in her.
Bill and his wife frequently provide a hand by fostering homeless and underprivileged animals, so this circumstance was not unfamiliar to them.
Bill sent his wife a message along with a picture of their new traveling companion because it was obvious that the dog had no family and left no trace that she was gone.
When Bill’s wife, Angela, got the message, she indicated she supported his choice and was prepared to welcome him with love.
According to Angela Shaver, The Dodo:
“I enquired as to the name of our brand-new pet. After the location where he discovered her, we chose the name River for her.
River wouldn’t get out of the car when Bill arrived home, so Angela and her kid went to meet their new pet.
The fact that the automobile was one of the first locations River had gotten assistance may have contributed to her seeming sense of security there. River wasn’t terrified of her new family. Bill decided it was time to meet the entire family, including his dog brothers, after hanging out in the van for a bit.
In order to prevent her from feeling overawed, Bill helped her out of the car and escorted her to meet each of her new siblings separately. The family already had a cat, three dogs, and was pleased to welcome a fourth. All of the animals were street rescues.
