A month ago, Senior Maintenance Technician Nelson Jandres brought home an unexpected Valentine’s Day surprise—his new furry friend, Valentin. Once a cold, shivering pup seeking shelter, Valentin has since found a loving family and a warm home.
Nelson had been hoping to adopt another pet after the loss of his family’s beloved dog of 15 years. The timing was perfect—on the day he introduced Valentin to his home, his wife had already planned Valentine’s surprises for their three children. The kids were overjoyed by the best surprise of all—their new puppy!
It didn’t take long for Valentin to settle in. Just a week after arriving at his new home, he had his first trip to the veterinarian, where he received a clean bill of health and his first set of vaccinations. With a warm, loving family and plenty of care, Valentin has been thriving—he’s growing fast, becoming more playful, and exploring more of his surroundings.
Nelson’s mother, who stays home during the day, loves caring for Valentin, and the entire extended family welcomed him with open arms during a Valentine’s weekend gathering. He’s also making great progress with training, learning to signal when he needs to go outside and responding to commands.
Valentin has blossomed into a beloved member of the Jandres family. His story is a paw-sitive reminder that sometimes, love finds us when we least expect it.
Senior Maintenance Technician Nelson Jandres and Valentin
