Last month we reported on the story of Obie, a sweet dog who was found abandoned and tied up to a tree before being taken in by the Tyler Regional Animal Care Shelter. In the weeks since Obie’s story made headlines, he’s been patiently waiting for the right home — and now, there’s been an inspiring update to the story. On April 22, Obie was discovered in the Frank … [Read more...] about Obie, abandoned dog who was found tied up to tree, finally adopted after 60 days
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Adopted dog returned to the shelter 30 minutes later for being “too big” — now looking for a new home
It’s every shelter dog’s dream to find their forever home, but sadly some dogs are returned to the shelter shortly after being adopted, often for arbitrary reasons. Like a dog named S’mores, who was returned just a half hour after his adoption because he was “too big.” Now, he’s searching for a home that will love him just the way he is. S’mores, a 1-year-old Anatolian … [Read more...] about Adopted dog returned to the shelter 30 minutes later for being “too big” — now looking for a new home
Cat was returned to shelter 4 days after finally getting adopted — but then luck finally turns around
It’s always great news when an animal gets adopted from a shelter, but it’s heartbreaking when those adoptions don’t stick. The pets are returned to the shelter, their hopes dashed once again. That was the case for one cat, who was so happy to finally get adopted but was returned just four days later. But now, there’s been another twist in her story… Red is a 5-year-old … [Read more...] about Cat was returned to shelter 4 days after finally getting adopted — but then luck finally turns around
Dog who spent 600 days in shelter finally gets adopted — takes a limo to his new home
It’s always an exciting day when a shelter dog goes off to his forever home, but it was an extra special day for a dog named Chester. After some rough beginnings in a neglectful home and nearly 600 days in the shelter, he’s heading to his new home in style. Chester, a 4-year-old pit bull, was rescued along with three other dogs from an abusive, neglectful home situation … [Read more...] about Dog who spent 600 days in shelter finally gets adopted — takes a limo to his new home
Senior dog waited 700 days in the shelter — finally gets adopted by senior woman
It can be hard for some shelter dogs to find homes. Older dogs often have a particularly tough time, as they are often passed over in favor of younger pups. That was the case for one senior dog, who waited in the shelter for over 700 days — until he finally found a kindred spirit. In 2022, Austin Pets Alive! took in a senior dog named Beluga. Despite being a sweet, … [Read more...] about Senior dog waited 700 days in the shelter — finally gets adopted by senior woman