Elvis, The Dog No One Wanted to Adopt Meets An Elvis Impersonator

They say that a dog is man’s best friend, but for Elvis the dog it wasn’t the case from the gecko. Countless animals get adopted across the U.S. and become some of the most beloved additions to families across the nation. Elvis the pit bull-terrier mix seemingly wasn’t so lucky in finding a home but the music of Elvis may have just worked his magic from beyond.

Elvis had already lived at the shelter for about 4 months and had to be sent back since no one wanted to adopt him. The pet rescue organization, Anti-Cruelty Society took notice of the unfortunate situation and took to Facebook to ask for help in finding someone to adopt him.

In Elvis’s case, although he suffered from a fractured pelvis, from unknown causes, it had since healed. Despite this, he still had challenges getting adopted. According to the Anti-Cruelty Society’s post about Elvis, he met a lot of adoption prospects from couples to families but unfortunately didn’t get into the adoption stages with them.

You’ve been warned though that Elvis may continue to intrude on your personal space once a part of the household, but that shouldn’t be a reason for anyone to pass up on this lovable creature. Would you? He is quite a considerate house guest when it comes to the important stuff after all. He would never poop on your furniture.

Elvis became sadder and sadder as time went on. He seemingly wasn’t getting adopted and as his friends said their goodbyes and as dogs went in and out of the shelter he longed for deeper and more stable connections. This pup became extremely lonely.

Loren Agron was a former Elvis impersonator for three years, from 2005 to 2007. Argon is 39 years old and a manager at a diner called Ed Debevic’s, known as a 1950s-themed diner with some memorable servers and choreographed dance numbers. When Agron worked as a waiter as an Elvis impersonator he cleverly nicknamed himself “Elvis Parsley” as hommage to the Presley king himself.

As a funky 1950s classic diner serving American comfort food, it doesn’t get more nostalgic than that. With their generous shakes and burgers and fries, what is iconic Americana without some Elvis rock and roll? As a small-town boy with big dreams that’s how this restaurant was born and we can say the same about both Elvis the dog and Loren.

Loren finally went to meet Elvis at the Chicago shelter and they played together for several hours. Argon played with Elvis and his favorite stuffed toy moose with tennis ball feet and the smiles for both were instant. Agron fell in love with Elvis more than he expected, so much so that he couldn’t bear to leave.

Loren and Elvis went on to develop a strong bond and from snuggle sessions to walks in the park a love story formed. Elvis became an instant part of the household but more than that part of the family. Elvis seemed to have found his forever home and became a more outgoing and happier dog. Drew, also had a similar bond with Elvis, so it only seemed right to welcome him with open arms as a permanent part of the home.

Drew and Loren had this gut feeling that Elvis was simply meant to be their dog and Elvis felt the same. They all felt right at home with each other even before Elvis stepped into their actual home. Although it isn’t an exact science dogs can seemingly sense when things are out of place or when a person they are close to is distraught or in danger. In this case, Elvis was drawn to both Drew and Loren’s energies from the beginning and playfully knew that these were his people.

The three musketeers! Their click was so strong that Drew and Loren ended up adopting Elvis on the same day as their initial three-way meet. This prompted another iconic post on Facebook brought to us by the Anti-Cruelty Society. That is after all how this love story started.

In the words of Drew, they are “all a bunch of misfits” who found each other. Sometimes you don’t find your place right away, but you shouldn’t let it discourage you from continuing to look and trying to connect. It is a lesson for both dogs and people of all kinds. Sometimes those around you can be hesitant to accept you but the right kinds of people and pets will always be there to open you with welcoming arms.

The outpour of love and happiness Loren, Drew, and Elvis got in support and interest in their story brought them even closer to their community and to each other. Christina Cunningham from the comments notably said it best, “the power of social media” really is powerful. It’s crazy to think without the viral attention of Elvis’s story he might have not gotten adopted nor found the perfect home that was waiting for him right around the corner.

Speaking of hogging the bed, it looks like Elvis already has a head start, but you can’t help but love him for it. Now with collar and all, Elvis has his dog tags to make his mark on the Drew and Loren household official. Pictures are worth a thousand words and we think that this bed and new life has the Elvis stamp of approval.

Since being adopted Elvis has become somewhat of an adventurer and the anxiety that he had from being alone in the shelter and being left behind melted away, according to Drew. Drew and Loren have learned over time that Elvis loves to lounge and sit on about every chair in their apartment not only the bed. He definitely has a favorite chair though.

Can you guess what Elvis’s favorite foods are? It’s more surprising and iconic than you would think. Peanut butter and bacon flavored everything! He is definitely living up to his legendary name that’s no question since Elvis Presley the king of rock himself was known to indulge in a sandwich that consisted of two slices of bread with thick creamy peanut butter spread and topped with banana and bacon fried to perfection.

Loren and Wilhelm have developed somewhat of a routine with Elvis the pup like playing fetch or tug-of-war and some relaxing sofa time although Elvis is quite a couch hog too. Both Loren and Drew describe him as an adorable goofball and love how he has begun to make himself at home while finding his space. There really isn’t anything more you can ask for other than that.

Loren and Drew continue to monitor Elvis’s health and despite the predictions of arthritis, they are confident that Elvis will live a long and happy life taken care of in their home. Now Elvis will receive all the support he needs both emotionally and physically. Rachel Klousnitzer, Anti-Cruelty Society’s senior director of marketing and communications said previously that they were devastated for Elvis as all the other animals got adopted and he was the only one left at their waived adoption fee event called ‘Fall in Love.’

Drew and Loren hope that Elvis’s story inspires others to adopt a pet that they connect to and that they may adopt an animal just like they adopted Elvis. People might even adopt an animal that they didn’t think they would, Drew goes on to say “When nobody wanted Elvis, we took him home, and I’m so glad we did.”

Such attention and love from a home transformed Elvis into the dog that everyone knew he was but hadn’t yet seen the light of day. Drew and Elvis are all smiles as they do one of Elvis’s favorite activities, lounging and snuggling. I think almost all of us can relate. According to our sources, Elvis snores quite loud but if you turn up the volume of the TV loud enough you can hear anything.

Elvis has accumulated quite a few fans from his story and Loren can be seen sharing Elvis’s adventure on his social media. Here is Loren appointing Elvis as his Sous-chef for the night. Hopefully, these skills come in handy since Elvis does love to eat. Elvis is arguably the best Sous-chef anyone could ask for, especially since he is great with helping to clean up.

With such a cute and loveable face it’s easy to forget that Elvis used to be the dog that couldn’t get adopted and with such a happy ending who even wants to remember? Elvis has gone on to have a full and fabulous life and it’s only the beginning. Raise your hand if you just want to smoosh this face with love. Our hands are already raised.

These days you can find Elvis, enjoying long walks next to the water and gearing up for his favorite holidays, like Christmas. His holiday spirit is nothing short of Loren and Drew’s spirit as well. They can be seen celebrating many milestones for Elvis, from his first holidays to his first trip with them across the world.

Elvis has become one of the most festive dogs around, a long way from the shelter he started in. From a broken pelvis trying to recover to a vibrant and fashionable dog that anyone would be lucky to have in their home. If he is as festive every occasion as he is during the Christmas holidays everyone is in for a treat, not just Elvis.