When kind-hearted locals heard about a dog wandering their town with an unusually swollen belly, they were curious and concerned. The dog, a friendly and sociable pup, had earned the affection of the neighborhood dogs and was believed by many to be a pregnant female. As a result, the locals often fed him, assuming he was in need of extra nourishment. Despite their kindness, no one knew the dog’s true story—just that he had no owner and roamed the streets aimlessly.
Little did they know, this dog had a secret waiting to be uncovered.
The curious residents decided to investigate further and met a woman who regularly fed the dog. From her, they learned that the dog’s name was Bangwool. She shared that she and her husband had first met Bangwool two years earlier, when he was healthy and had a normal belly. Bangwool had even formed a bond with the couple’s own dog, Ming-gu. Despite their friendship and the woman’s daily care, Bangwool always seemed distant and melancholic. Each time he finished eating, he would quickly leave, never lingering long. No one knew where he went.
Determined to find out more, the locals followed Bangwool one day as he wandered through the area. It soon became clear that he knew exactly where he was going. After some time, Bangwool arrived at an abandoned house.
It was then that the people learned the heartbreaking truth—Bangwool had once lived in this house with his owner, who had since passed away. Every day, Bangwool returned to his old home, hoping to find his beloved human still there, waiting for him. The grief-stricken pup couldn’t let go of the memory of his former life, and this daily ritual of returning to the empty house had become his routine.
With this new understanding, the locals were deeply moved and contacted rescuers to help Bangwool. The woman who had been feeding him played a crucial role in the rescue, managing to guide him into the crate that the team had set up. Although Bangwool was initially confused and distressed, he didn’t yet realize that his life was about to change for the better.
The townspeople were overwhelmed with emotion, many shedding tears as Bangwool was finally rescued. They hoped he would receive the help he needed to live a happier life. At the vet, Bangwool underwent a full medical examination. To everyone’s relief, the vet revealed that Bangwool didn’t have a tumor as they had feared. Instead, he was diagnosed with inherited heart disease and a severe heartworm infection. The heart issues had caused a buildup of fluid in his abdomen, giving the appearance of a swollen belly.
The veterinary team drained the fluid, and Bangwool immediately began to feel better. His transformation was almost instant—he smiled brightly, and his energy returned. After spending a week in the clinic receiving treatment, Bangwool was finally ready to go home. His belly was no longer swollen, and he looked like a new dog.
The couple who had cared for him before came to pick him up, and they were astonished at how much he had changed. Bangwool was now full of life, his face beaming with joy, and he couldn’t stop smiling. Seeing this transformation, the couple realized that Bangwool was meant to be a part of their family. Without hesitation, they decided to officially adopt him and give him a loving, permanent home.
As Bangwool soaked up the love from his new parents, his once-sad eyes now sparkled with happiness. The days of wandering alone were behind him—he had found his forever family, and his future was filled with love and hope. Bangwool was ready to start his new life, embraced by the warmth and care of the family that he had long deserved.
