Zippy: The Puppy Who Wouldn’t Leave His Mother

Zippy doesn’t walk — he runs. Spins. Bounces. A little spark too quick to catch — that’s how he got his name.

But behind his whirlwind energy is a story of deep heartbreak… and extraordinary loyalty.

Two years ago, along the busy highway between Chișinău and Bălți, a volunteer spotted a devastating sight:

A dog lay lifeless by the roadside — yet another victim of the traffic.

But something made them stop.

Curled tightly against her side was a tiny puppy — no more than four weeks old. Frail. Still. Refusing to leave.

For over 24 hours, little Zippy had stood guard by his mother’s body — loyal beyond understanding. Thousands of cars had passed. No one had stopped. Until that moment.

Zippy was rescued — starving, grieving… but alive.

From the moment he was fed, warmed, and held, the transformation began. The quiet, broken puppy became a bundle of unstoppable energy.

Now two years old, Zippy is pure life:
💛 Playful.
💛 Smart.
💛 Overflowing with affection.

He’s been adopted twice — and returned. His boundless energy overwhelmed quieter homes. But beneath his mischief is a heart of pure gold — a dog whose loyalty runs deeper than words.

Now, we’re searching for a very special person — someone who understands his spark, and can give him the freedom, fun, and love he craves.

Could that person be you?

And even if you can’t adopt — will you help us save the next Zippy?

Because for every joyful rescue like him, there are many more still waiting.

  • £5 a month helps feed and care for puppies in crisis.
  • £25 helps fund emergency roadside rescues.
  • £50 helps provide the safe, loving shelter where transformations happen.

Be part of this hope. Be part of their story.

Donate today. Or contact us to ask about giving Zippy the home he’s waiting for.