A Georgia family, who was told their beloved pug needed to be euthanized at a veterinary clinic, allegedly later discovered she was healthy and living with a member of staff — only for her to be put down when the cover-up was discovered.

Cha Cha was taken to Senoia Animal Hospital in March 2026 after she fell ill, owner Rebecca Belote told WSB-TV.

The family was told by staff at the clinic that the dog was in organ failure and diabetic ketoacidosis, and recommended she be euthanized. It was a heartbreaking blow for the entire family, especially Belote’s 17-year-old son.

“They had matching clothes. Like matching hoodies that they would wear,” Belote said.…