Couple Rescues Pregnant Dog Who Gives Birth to 12 Puppies Just Hours Later

Chris and Mariesa are no strangers to a house full of wagging tails. Already proud parents to 12 dogs, their passion for rescue work led them to the county shelter once again—where fate introduced them to Storie, a heavily pregnant terrier in desperate need of comfort.

Shelter staff had noticed that despite her condition, Storie refused to go into labor. She was stressed, uncomfortable, and unable to relax in the noisy kennel environment. When Chris and Mariesa laid eyes on her, they immediately felt a pull. They had come searching for a dog who needed them right away, and Storie, with her swollen belly and soulful eyes, was clearly waiting for the right family to help her through the biggest moment of her life.

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The couple took her to the vet for an ultrasound, where they received a shock—Storie wasn’t carrying just a few puppies. She was carrying 12. The news left them stunned but also even more determined to provide the safety and love she needed. They quickly prepared a space in their home, assuming they had a few days to get ready.

But Storie had other plans. Only 18 hours after leaving the shelter, she went into labor in her new home, finally comfortable enough to bring her puppies into the world. It became clear that all she had been waiting for was a safe place and a family who cared. Chris and Mariesa stayed by her side as she delivered all 12 puppies, each tiny life a miracle.

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Over the following weeks, the couple worked closely with Pibbles and More Animal Rescue to ensure every pup received the best care and, eventually, a forever home. While Chris and Mariesa planned to keep one puppy each for themselves, the rest were joyfully adopted by loving families. Storie, too, found her happy ending after her brave journey.

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The story touched countless hearts online, not only because of the sheer number of puppies but also because of the compassion Chris and Mariesa showed in opening their home yet again. Their dedication to rescue work highlights the difference love can make—not just for one dog, but for an entire new generation of lives.

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From a frightened shelter dog who refused to give birth in an uncomfortable kennel to a proud mom surrounded by love, Storie’s journey is a shining example of how kindness and rescue can completely transform a life. For Chris and Mariesa, it was one more reminder of why they continue to open their hearts and home to dogs in need.