In the midst of his golden years, Ace, an older dog, found himself surrendered to the Sonoma shelter just before the start of the devastating California wildfires. Fate had other plans for him as he ended up at the SPCA, 150 miles from where his journey began.

 

 

Meeting adoptive mother Bonnie became the turning point for Ace. Despite her age, the first thing Bonnie noticed was his lively spirit: Ace jumped and embraced life like any happy dog ​​would. Recognizing the need to remove the 19-year-old dog from the shelter, Bonnie made a heartfelt promise to take him in until she could find a forever home.

 

 

Upon meeting Bonnie’s other foster dogs, Ace gradually emerged from his shell and formed friendships with his new companions. Each day he passed revealed more of Ace’s endearing and resilient personality.

 

 

As the time approached for Ace to embark on his journey to a forever home, adoption requests came flooding in. Bonnie, however, found herself dealing with a deep emotional bond and Ace’s impending farewell. In a twist of fate, Ace “failed” as a foster child and found a permanent place in Bonnie’s loving home.

 

 

Ace’s story is a testament to the power of compassion and second chances. Abandoned in his final years, he not only found a dedicated foster home, but also a forever family where he could experience the love, warmth and joy of companionship. In Bonnie’s care, Ace couldn’t have ended up in a better environment, proving that sometimes the most unexpected failures lead to the most heartwarming successes.