Eleven-year-old Rommel was abandoned by his mom and dad after they separated.
He is estranged from his eight siblings and earns money by begging for change on the streets.
Though he has a 20-year-old sister who is a factory worker, she claims that Rommel earns more money on the street begging than she does working. She cannot take care of him.
While it may seem he is alone, Rommel met Badgi, a tiny puppy who has become his best friend.
The relationship between a child and their dog can last a lifetime. Sapphyre Johnson, a little girl with one foot met a puppy with one paw and felt so much more confident about herself.
In this case, Rommel and Badgi both feel like strays, cast away by society. But with Badgi, Rommel is protected from street thugs; and with Rommel, Badgi is well fed.
The two are best friends at the center of a heartbreaking story. Rommel wants nothing more than to go to school but in the Philippines education isn't free.
While you won't see this happy ending in the short video below, it's important to know that there is one.
After the video was released, many people went to Quezon City to help Rommel. With the support and kindness of strangers, he is now enrolled in school. Organizations are also working to find Rommel and Badgi a loving home and environment.
Watch the beautiful friendship between Rommel and Badgi and please SHARE to support finding this pair a safe home!
