Dog fighting had cruelly ripped off most of his left ear.
The pup was then namedVan Gogh.
What Langley couldnt predict was that Van Gogh would actually go on to be a successful artist.
She urged people, yo come meet this special boy and reciprocate the limitless love he has to offer.
Jaclyn Gartner took it a step further.
She saw Van Gogh and immediately knew she needed to help.
Van Gogh was resilient, even after all hed been through…I had to rescue him.
While he was staying with several foster families, Not a single software came in, Gartner lamented.
I couldnt believe it.
He was the cutest dog ever.
After months of searching for a new owner, Gartner had an ingenious idea.
Why not take Van Goghs name literally?
Id seen TikTok videos of other dogs creating paintings, so why not Van Gogh?
He certainly had the name and the ear for it.
He has a fast and creative tongue, Gartner raved.
I had sparkling cider and pastries and I even set up little stands for the paintings.
Sadly, only two people showed up.
Suddenly, Van Goghs pieces were hot items.
After two minutes, the paintings were sold out and Gartner raised around $1,000 for her rescue.
A dozen paintings were sold, raising $2,000 more for the shelter.
Almost everyone that purchased a Van Gogh painting paid more than the asking price.
She describes, He was romping around and licking everyone and playing tug of war.
My whole family fell in love with him.
Because of Van Goghs story and talent, Gartners small shelter gained a lot of attention online.
Other dogs searching for homes were also able to find their Furever After.
I never in a million years thought Id see a dog become popular for his paintings, Gartner said.
Its really changed my life and his.
Starowitz plans on keeping prepared canvasesand lots of peanut butteravailable for the canine artist whenever inspiration strikes.
But right now, hes sleeping on a big cushion bed in my office.
When she saw Van Goghs sweet face, she knew she had to help the senior dog.
Through the help of Pilots N Paws, the pup was flown out to Connecticut.
Not a single software came in, Gartner deplored.
I couldnt believe it.
He was the cutest dog ever.
After looking at the adorable, one-eared pooch, Gartner had an ingenious idea.
Why not take Van Goghs name literally?
Sadly, only two people showed up.
After posting online about the low turnout, Van Goghs pieces were hot items.
After two minutes, the paintings were sold out and Gartner raised around $1,000 for her rescue.
The duo created more works of art, and in November, a silent auction was held.
A dozen paintings were sold, raising $2,000 more for the shelter.
Almost everyone that purchased a Van Gogh painting paid more than the asking price.
Because of Van Goghs story and talent, Gartners small shelter gained a lot of attention online.
Other dogs searching for homes were also able to find their Furever After.
Starowitz plans on keeping prepared canvasesand lots of peanut butteravailable for the canine artist whenever inspiration strikes.
But right now, hes sleeping on a big cushion bed in my office.
