A heart-wrenching note attached to an abandoned dog named Lilo led to a touching reunion with her owner, sparking a wave of compassion and support from the community.

The McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, received a call from a concerned neighbor who spotted Lilo running with a leash still attached. Upon rescuing her, staff discovered a poignant message affixed to her collar: “Please love me. My mom can’t keep me and is homeless with two kids. She tried her best but can’t get help. I cost too much for her. She really loves me and I’m a great dog.”

For Lauren Mann, the center’s director of advancement, reading the note was one of the saddest moments she had experienced. The staff at the center were deeply moved by Lilo’s story and empathized with her owner’s difficult circumstances.

The plea “Please don’t abuse me” resonated deeply with the staff, who could see that Lilo had been well-cared for and loved. Determined to honor the woman’s wish to keep Lilo’s name, the center shared her story on TikTok in hopes of reuniting her with her family.

In a heartwarming turn of events, just days after the video went viral, Lilo’s owner reached out to the shelter. Their emotional reunion brought tears to everyone present, as it became clear that Lilo belonged with her family.

While details of their situation remain private, the shelter is actively assisting the family, providing them with support and resources to stay together. They expressed gratitude to the community for their outpouring of support and encouraged others to donate to local shelters and consider adopting a pet in need.

Lilo’s story serves as a reminder of the power of compassion and community, showcasing how a collective effort can make a meaningful difference in the lives of both pets and their owners.A heart-wrenching note attached to an abandoned dog named Lilo led to a touching reunion with her owner, sparking a wave of compassion and support from the community.

The McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, received a call from a concerned neighbor who spotted Lilo running with a leash still attached. Upon rescuing her, staff discovered a poignant message affixed to her collar: “Please love me. My mom can’t keep me and is homeless with two kids. She tried her best but can’t get help. I cost too much for her. She really loves me and I’m a great dog.”

For Lauren Mann, the center’s director of advancement, reading the note was one of the saddest moments she had experienced. The staff at the center were deeply moved by Lilo’s story and empathized with her owner’s difficult circumstances.

The plea “Please don’t abuse me” resonated deeply with the staff, who could see that Lilo had been well-cared for and loved. Determined to honor the woman’s wish to keep Lilo’s name, the center shared her story on TikTok in hopes of reuniting her with her family.

In a heartwarming turn of events, just days after the video went viral, Lilo’s owner reached out to the shelter. Their emotional reunion brought tears to everyone present, as it became clear that Lilo belonged with her family.

While details of their situation remain private, the shelter is actively assisting the family, providing them with support and resources to stay together. They expressed gratitude to the community for their outpouring of support and encouraged others to donate to local shelters and consider adopting a pet in need.

Lilo’s story serves as a reminder of the power of compassion and community, showcasing how a collective effort can make a meaningful difference in the lives of both pets and their owners.