She gave up her dog to find a home — then strangers raised $18,000 so they could reunite

After her divorce, Lisa Wilson of Spruce Pine, North Carolina couldn't find an affordable pet-friendly rental — so she made the hardest call and surrendered Eddie, her dog of 11 years, to Mitchell County Animal Rescue. She kept visiting him for walks. The rescue's director shared their story; Best Friends Animal Society and strangers around the world raised about $18,000 for housing and moving costs. On moving day, Lisa went straight from her new front door to the shelter. 'A new house isn't home without Eddie.'