It's a devastating truth that so many dogs end up in rescue shelters every year. Whether they're abandoned, abused, or just find themselves with no home to go to, it's amazing that there are so many shelters and individuals to help love and care for these lonely pooches.
However, an even more devastating truth is that if a dog is unable to find a home and/or the shelter is unable to provide care for it, that dog can be euthanized - all because there was nobody out there who would take them in and love them.
One dog who came very close to being euthanized was Gregory, a beagle who had just two days left to live in a shelter in Ohio.
Thankfully for the then two-year-old Gregory, Schenley Kirk and her husband Joe were able to rescue the pup. And the couple, who co-founded the Hound Rescue and Sanctuary, shared Gregory's heartwarming reaction to freedom on the car ride out of the shelter. Writing on Facebook, Schenley Kirk wrote:
"The BEST Freedom Ride Picture EVER! 'Gregory' is one thankful and appreciative Beagle! He KNOWS he is SAFE!"
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Gregory's affection clearly resonated with so many people, as the post was shared over 11,000 times!
Speaking to TODAY, Schenley revealed that her husband Joe had told her, "All (Gregory) wanted to do was to be touching me and cuddling up against me."
Gregory was found as a stray at two-years-old and brought in to the Franklin County Dog Shelter in Columbus on April 25, 2018. After discovering the young pooch was heartworm positive, the shelter was forced to place the otherwise healthy dog on the euthanasia list.
Fortunately, Schenley - who regularly checks surrounding shelters for condemned animals - noticed Gregory and knew that she and her husband had to be the ones to save him.
Joe spent two hours driving to the shelter to pick up Gregory for the first time, and told TODAY that their initial meeting felt like they'd "known each other for years". (My heart is melting!)
The couple said that they usually transport dogs within crates, but Joe felt like Gregory had been caged up for far too long, and decided to tether him to the backseats instead. Commenting on her husband's car ride, Schenley said:
"My husband knows better than to be taking pictures when driving. When my husband sent me these pictures my first reaction was, ‘Honey, why isn't he in a crate?’"
It didn't take long for Gregory to adjust to his newfound freedom, and the Kirks promptly started the beagle on his heartworm treatment. Schenley describes him as "a very well-behaved little boy."
"He is very loving, very affectionate. He loves to be next to you. He loves to give kisses."
After being cleared by vets, Gregory was adopted by a new family and taken to his new forever home.
Any dog owners out there will confirm my point that owning a dog just makes life so much better. They're loyal, passionate, playful, and caring companions that are truly deserving of the 'Man's Best Friend' moniker.
However, I will also urge anybody out there that is thinking of getting a dog to rescue, as it helps save a dog from a life in a cage (and potential euthanasia), helps relieve the pressure of rescue shelters, and helps fight against puppy mills.
But sadly, according to the ASPCA, 3.3 million dogs are still entering shelters each year in America alone for a variety of reasons.
Related - This is the moment oil rig workers rescued a dog stranded in the sea:
And if you've ever been averse to rescuing a dog, just check out the following video that was shared by the Carson Shelter in Gardena, California, and you'll not only cry, but definitely change your mind on adoption.
Staff at the Carson Shelter recorded the moment a pitbull "realized" he was being adopted - and his reaction is just the sweetest thing.
The pitbull, named Benny, was first brought in to the Carson Animal Care Center when he was just eight months old. Thankfully, a family - who have remained anonymous - chose to provide him with a forever home, and the moment he left his cage for the final time was captured on camera by staff.
"This special little guy captured the hearts of everyone who stopped by his kennel. He hit the jackpot when this beautiful family chose to take him home. Thanks for all you SHARING, checkout his FREEDOM WALK filled with lots of jumps and tail wagging! Happy life sweet BENNY."
Benny appears cautious at first, but after realizing he is being adopted, his tail starts wagging uncontrollably and he repeatedly jumps for joy. I. Am. Crying.
The tear-jerking video has since been viewed more than 5.3 million times on Facebook, and received over 3.4 comments - many of whom are well-wishers thanking Benny's new owners for providing him with a forever home and happy life.
Others reiterated the importance of adoption - and after seeing this video, how could you not?
Sadly not all animals can avoid rescue shelters. This is the moment an overfed 35lbs cat called Bazooka was led into a center by staff:
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Adoption, it saves lives. That is what we are always being told by shelters and rescues. And there is a good reason, it really does save lives. More than that, it gives the animals being adopted a whole new lease of life and a reason to look forward to the future. Animals have feelings too, some people might not think so, but it’s impossible not to believe it after seeing the before and after pictures of dogs who’ve been adopted.
There is no denying that there is a huge difference in the look on these doggies’ faces, from the sadness of being abandoned and abused to being completely loved, these dogs show quite the transformation. And it is all thanks to the humans who have adopted them and provided them a loving home. The power of love is an incredible thing. Below is a heartwarming list of the incredible before and after pictures of adopted dogs.
[post_page_title]This Before and After[/post_page_title]
The before picture is completely heart-wrenching. Any animal lover would definitely cry seeing this. It definitely shows that animals can feel the same sadness as us humans.
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But the second picture shows an incredibly drastic change. Here we see a very happy and well-cared for dog. It's definitely a happy ending for this good boy. Just look at how majestic he is!
[post_page_title]Saved from Euthanization[/post_page_title]
Not going to lie, this picture really guts me to look at. This poor dog is so skinny and neglected, how can people do that?! It's hard to believe the poor thing was able to survive the ordeal.
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Credit: Reddit / phil2146[/caption]
But thanks to some kindness from the shelter worker who refused to give up on this dog, the next picture just gives you all the feels. Amazing job.
[post_page_title]This Husky's Transformation[/post_page_title]
Here is another image that will make you question people and why they could ever let their pets get so neglected. This poor little thing was all skin and bones.
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Thanks to pure love and affection, she was brought back to life. Now she is looking full and healthy and most importantly, happy.
[post_page_title]Wynter[/post_page_title]
One Reddit user uploaded this before and after of her dog Wynter. She explains that before she being adopted, the poor thing was living on the streets.
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Credit: Reddit / Coolmorecooties[/caption]
Thanks to plenty of TLC, it looks like Winter is living her best life. She definitely had a stroke of luck getting adopted. Who'd have thought she'd the potential to grow such a luscious looking fur coat?!
[post_page_title]Former Cellmates, Forever BFFs[/post_page_title]
This one is so cute. These two dogs were surrendered to an animal shelter together. And while the odds of two dogs getting adopted together are slim, this is a pair who got lucky. Very, very lucky!
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Things weren't looking great for the pair, and you can see it in their eyes. They look so sad. When they did get adopted, they got a second chance at life. And they look so happy for it.
[post_page_title]Pure Happiness[/post_page_title]
This is Ripley. Ripley had quite the journey. The first picture is from Ripley at 6 months old in Iran. Clearly scared and lonely, all this pooch wanted was for someone to love her...
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Credit: Reddit / besidethebed[/caption]
Next picture is a very happy Ripley who looks like she's living the life of Riley. She is so happy. It's so cute.
[post_page_title]Happy Hank[/post_page_title]
Nothing is sadder than the face on little Hank on the left. You can just see the pain and sadness in those big brown eyes. If ever there was a picture of a dog on the verge of tears, the image on the left would be it.
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Credit: Reddit / thecoiner[/caption]
Unfortunately, this little guy had a rough start to life as an abused and timid puppy. But now look at him! He's got a smile going from ear to ear.
[post_page_title]To Hell and Back[/post_page_title]
This poor little guy had a sad start. He definitely looks like he went through hell and back. That first picture is one of a completely hopeless-looking doggy who was so sad. I mean, what the heck happened to his eye?!
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Credit: Reddit / Klaudija Sigurnjak[/caption]
Now he's a well-groomed and happy-looking little guy. He looks like a proper dog now. Isn't it amazing to think that a TLC was able to turn him from looking scary and sick to adorable and healthy?!
[post_page_title]Frank the Tank[/post_page_title]
This poor little guy looks adorable even in his sad state. However, his little sad face is still so cute. It's no wonder someone saw him at the shelter and fell for those big, black eyes.
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Credit: Reddit / frankthedoggotank[/caption]
Thankfully though, he got adopted. And look at that face, just look at it. He looks so happy. And he's still so freakin' cute! That's a doggo smile that could melt even the coldest of hearts.
[post_page_title]This Will Make You Feel All the Feels[/post_page_title]
The person who posted this before and after was actually posting on behalf of her sister's dog. Here on the left, you can see him depressed in his kennel at the shelter. Absolutely heartbreaking, right?
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Credit: Reddit / meriah_j[/caption]
Now here he is on the right, post-adoption. The difference is huge. And it looks like his new owner is absolutely in love with him, I mean, just look at that cute little flower crown he's rocking. It's clear that he's very much loved, and it's written all over his face.
[post_page_title]Puppy Gets New Life[/post_page_title]
This little puppy had his rough start in the jungles of Mexico, where he was abandoned with his litter. Thankfully, they were nursed back to health by the local animal rescue foundation.
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Credit: Reddit / shmandala[/caption]
This little guy got his brand new shot at life after someone adopted him while on vacation down in Mexico. Today he's a happy, healthy little pup living his best life in Canada.
[post_page_title]Left to Die[/post_page_title]
I can't get past some people and their absolute disregard for animal life. It's actually scary to think that there are actual psychopaths out there who would happily leave a neglected puppy to die in a park.
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That is how this little girl was found on the left. With lots of love and care, she was brought back to life. And now, two years later, she is a happy healthy little pooch. It just goes to show you that bad situations can be turned around.
[post_page_title]Pablo's Before and After[/post_page_title]
Meet this little guy Pablo. His owners found him on the street and took him in. The first picture is from the night he was rescued. You can clearly see the sadness all over his face.
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The second picture shows an incredible change in him after only one week! It is so clear that he knows his life has changed for the better and he's so happy and grateful for it.
[post_page_title]This Transformation[/post_page_title]
Talk about a complete Cinderella change. You can't even see this dog's face from all the matted hair in the way. It is clear that he suffered plenty of neglect before being rescued.
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Credit: Reddit / TrioAnimalFoundation[/caption]
The second picture shows that there is indeed a happy little dog underneath the whole mess that was his unkempt coat. And we're so happy he has a new forever home that will keep him smiling for years to come.
[post_page_title]All Smiles[/post_page_title]
Speaking of smiles, this before and after set is definitely one for the books. The person who posted was the owner of Koda Bear. The OP revealed that the picture on the left is from the day before Koda Bear was adopted.
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Now, look at Koda Bear on the right. That is him after only a few months. Clearly, he is happy as he's got a silly little grin on his face and we are so happy that he does. What a cute little boy.
[post_page_title]Annie's Struggle[/post_page_title]
This poor little girl was found living rough on the streets for 4 years! Imagine being homeless for that long. She was scared, and you can see it in her face in the first picture.
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Credit: Reddit / Echo_hello_world[/caption]
The person posting the pictures of Annie revealed that they actually found her a home with their parents. And after only a week, the changes are real. Annie looks so comfy and happy all fast asleep in her new bed. So happy she got her happily-ever-after.
[post_page_title]Scarlett[/post_page_title]
Scarlett was in a shelter and was ready to be put down because of a minor skin condition. The person who posted her story on Reddit actually wasn't her owner but revealed that her friend was the one who adopted Scarlett.
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And it was a good thing that they rescued her, I mean just look. This sweet girl is so happy and got such a lucky break in life. Her eyes have lit up in every sense of the word.
[post_page_title]Incredible Changes[/post_page_title]
It is always amazing to see the changes in dogs. This little guy was clearly so scared and timid after his struggles prior to adoption.
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And the changes are incredible. It's like seeing a whole new dog. Amazing what a little love can do for pets.
[post_page_title]This Pup[/post_page_title]
A person on Reddit shared this before and after of their pup that they adopted. The picture on the left shows such a sad and scared little dog.
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Credit: Reddit / norightbrain[/caption]
Cut to the second picture and it's a whole happy little dog. You wouldn't even know to look at them that they were once the dog on the left. Total change.
[post_page_title]The Change Adoption Makes[/post_page_title]
While all the pictures in this post are heartbreaking to see the befores, this before picture tugs on my heartstrings the most. This little dog looks so sad and so desperate to get out of the shelter. And who could blame them?
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Credit: Reddit / aranjevi[/caption]
Now on the right, is a beautifully happy dog that shows exactly what adoption can do for an animal. This is great. Also, what a gorgeous slobbery tongue.
[post_page_title]Heartbreaking Before and After[/post_page_title]
Nothing is sadder than a dog that is starving in the streets. This before picture is everything that is wrong with the world. How can anyone just let a dog, or any animal for that matter, get to this state?
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And thankfully, this little pupper got their happily ever after that they deserve. I am glad that they got adopted.
[post_page_title]Rey[/post_page_title]
This is Rey. The picture on the left is when Rey was on death row. From the picture, it is clear that Rey knew her time was up, that she wasn't going to be leaving the shelter alive.
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Credit: Reddit / animatedrussian[/caption]
But thanks to the wonderful person that adopted Rey, she got to walk out of the shelter a free woman. The difference is astonishing. In just one day, Rey became a completely different dog. Just goes to show you how emotionally intelligent animals actually are!
[post_page_title]Waldo[/post_page_title]
This is Waldo's transformation. As you can see from the first picture, he started off as crusty and underweight stray. And all it took was a little bit of love.
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That was all it took to help Waldo become the happy, fluffy boy that you see in the next picture. He is so lucky and it shows.
[post_page_title]This Before and After Adoption[/post_page_title]
This poor doggie is all skin and bones before being adopted. It is so sad to see this dog looking so skinny and so depressed.
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Credit: Reddit / rosieposiepit[/caption]
But the change is amazing in the next picture. This dog looks like a whole new dog. They are bright and cheery and it fills out hearts with all the feels.
[post_page_title]Jasper[/post_page_title]
Jasper is a little pup that started off his life in Romania. He looks so sad and depressed. Thankfully, little Jasper had a change of fortune.
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Jasper had an incredible adoption story which involved him traveling all the way to the UK to his new home. And it is clearly all over his face how happy he is in his new life.
[post_page_title]Nacho the One-Eyed Dog[/post_page_title]
I would totally have adopted this little fellow had I come across him in a shelter myself. Thankfully, someone did manage to adopt little Nacho and give him the home he deserves.
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Credit: Reddit / arubanmac88[/caption]
He looks so happy in his new life. And that pirate eye of his seems to not bother him one bit. He is a happy little guy and it gives us all the feels.
[post_page_title]Toby's New Life[/post_page_title]
Toby spent two years in a county shelter. Can you imagine sleeping on the cold, hair floor with an uncomfortable crate for a pillow? It's just so sad to think about.
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Credit: Reddit / Imgur[/caption]
Things have certainly taken a turn for the better for Toby. This little dog certainly moved up in the world post-adoption and is now enjoying sleeping in the king-sized bed he deserves.
[post_page_title]Teddy[/post_page_title]
This set of before and after pictures were uploaded by Teddy's owners who wrote: "We found Teddy’s shelter picture and it’s heartbreaking. We’re so glad he came into our lives and is letting his sweet, goofy personality shine! Hopefully, he knows that he’ll be safe, clean, fed, and loved for the rest of his life."
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We can't agree more. We are so happy that his owners took him in and gave him the love and attention he deserves. Well done guys.
[post_page_title]Harper[/post_page_title]
Meet Harper who was adopted by her family from the Fairfax Animal Shelter. Prior to her adoption by her forever home, the poor girl had been adopted and returned three times - three times! - within the first year of her life. No wonder the poor girl looked so alone, confused, and scared.
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Credit: Reddit / vizsla_harper[/caption]
We are so delighted to see the difference in Harper. There is no doubt that constant love is what helped to make her the happy little girl you see on the right.
[post_page_title]Midwestern Princess[/post_page_title]
It is hard to imagine that this little girl on the left is the same dog that is on the right. She was a found as a stray in Houston. It was a rough start.
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Credit: Reddit / ledronjames[/caption]
But look at her now. She has moved up in the world, and through adoption, she has become a princess in her new Midwestern home. Isn't it wonderful when things change for the better?!
There aren't many people out there who would adopt a dog knowing that it was possibly only weeks away from dying. Luckily, there are at least some.
Dog lover Courtney Thomsen's heart broke when she spotted a desperate plea from the Humane Society of Texas for a kind soul to adopt a dog suffering from heart worm disease. The Facebook post explained that Marino had been abandoned at the dog shelter, dirty and in poor health.
Marino's previous "owners" hadn't protected him against heart worm, a parasitic roundworm that spreads between hosts, typically dogs, and causes issues with the heart and other major organs. The post advised anyone who was kind enough to adopt Marino that he may not have very long left to live - possibly as little as a few weeks. The dog shelter said that they didn't want Marino's final days to be spent at the shelter, and felt he deserved to experience a loving family before he passed away.
Moved by the post, Courtney quickly got in touch with the Humane Society, knowing that time was of the essence. Talking to The Dodo, Courtney said: "When I saw his photo on Facebook, I already felt an intense urge to scoop him up, but after reading through several comments saying things like, ‘I wish I could take him!’ I knew I had to get him. I couldn’t stand the thought of him dying alone at the shelter and not knowing what it was like to be loved and be part of a real family."
Courtney knew how serious Marino's condition was, but when she and her son met him in person she knew they had to take him in. She said: "when we showed up, they said he didn’t really seem to respond to [his name]. My 5-year-old son immediately said, ‘We can name him Taco!’ An employee called him Taco, and he went straight to her! So he was immediately renamed Taco."
A newly named Taco was brought home soon after. Though surely grateful for his new home, Courtney said that Taco seemed to be "worried and unsure" about his new surroundings. To try and make him as comfortable as possible, Courtney said: "I spent so much time loving on him, cuddling him, talking to him and just anything I could think of to make him feel better. Within a few days, Taco began to smile, and get excited about things. He started following me everywhere — so I started taking him everywhere."
Finally receiving the love and care he so desperately needed, Taco's health began to improve - he has gained weight and become more confident. Courtney said that Taco, who was not previously toilet trained, has even learned how to go to the bathroom outside. She has told her Facebook friends that aside from some coughing fits, Taco is able to live a normal life.
In a recent post, Courtney shared an update on Taco:
"Obviously, I’ve fallen in love, and the thought of losing him has been horrible. I’ve been mad at myself at times for adopting him, knowing it would hurt, but I wouldn’t change a thing.
"Which finally leads me to his update. He was coughing to the point of throwing up, and super lethargic. He didn’t seem interested in playing, and all he would do was lay on me. I called the vet, and spent the day holding him and crying and taking pictures fearing it would be his last.
"So then I brought him, and as soon as we got in my car he started perking up. Then we got out and he started smiling. He humped the vet tech, ran all over the office, and confused the heck out of the vet when I tried explaining how lethargic he had been. Taco had gained 4 pounds, surprised the vet with how much healthier he looked, and he told me at home Taco is playing me like a fiddle. He’s not lethargic, he’s lazy.
"The healthier I can keep getting him, the more likely he will be strong enough for treatment. The vet said there’s a possibility Taco could have a few years left! So I went home with my lazy dog, and I’ve continued to love him like crazy. He’s currently sleeping next to me while I type this and we listen to Sam Cooke.
A woman who believed that her dog had been put down spotted him a year later and is now fighting to get him back.
Kristie Pereira, from Maryland, was devastated to learn that her dog, believed to have been euthanized a year ago, is now up for adoption again, per the Washington Post.
Pereira adopted Beau, a puppy, from the Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation in 2022.
When Beau began exhibiting health issues, a vet diagnosed him with a likely incurable neurological problem, advising euthanasia as the most humane option.
Pereira believed her puppy had been euthanized. Credit: Anita Kot/Getty
Despite medication and follow-up visits, Beau’s condition did not improve. Faced with a heartbreaking decision, Pereira took Beau to Montgomery County Animal Services to be put down, armed with a letter from the vet outlining Beau’s prognosis.
Due to the shelter's policy that "owners may not be present in the room during euthanasia," Pereira had to leave Beau behind.
She expressed her anguish to FOX 5, saying: "I don't think that someone that just wanted to get rid of the dog would feel anywhere close to how I'm feeling about this and how I have about it. Like, none of it was easy."
In December 2022, Pereira believed she had said goodbye to Beau for good. However, a year later, she was shocked to see Beau listed for adoption on the same Facebook page where she originally found him.
According to FOX 5, the form Pereira completed for Beau's euthanasia included a clause allowing Montgomery County to treat and rehome the pet if deemed treatable and adoptable.
The county confirmed that Beau was found to have a liver issue, not a severe neurological problem, and was treated and returned to the rescue organization, which then put him up for adoption.
The Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation, adhering to its policy, refused to return Beau to Pereira. Their stance is that pets surrendered for euthanasia cannot be reclaimed by their former owners.
Pereira, heartbroken by the situation, discovered Beau's status only through the adoption agency’s website and was never informed by either the county or the rescue organization.
Montgomery County officials explained to FOX 5 that they typically do not contact owners if a decision is made to treat rather than euthanize a surrendered pet, unless the owner reaches out immediately after surrendering the pet to express regret.
The adoption agency maintained that they had discussed alternatives with Pereira, suggesting she could return Beau to them instead of proceeding with euthanasia, during which she wouldn't be allowed to be present.
Pereira recalls the conversation differently, claiming the agency advised her to make the decision that felt most comfortable, leading her to choose euthanasia to prevent Beau from suffering.
Despite sympathizing with her situation, the agency will not return her dog due to their policy.
An unfortunate stray dog has ended up breaking the hearts of social media users, after allegedly going more than 900 days without being adopted.
The dog, which is currently being looked after by carers at the Destitute Animal Shelter in Bolton, in Lancashire, England, is an eight-year-old lurcher named Sam. Sam has been living at the shelter since 2017, and the staff really want someone to give him a loving home.
This week, the shelter uploaded several adorable pictures of the unlucky pooch to their official Facebook page, accompanied by the caption: "Sam is a great dog, he is fun and makes you laugh. He is playful and loving and can be quite lazy as well."
They added: "He will need to be the only pet in the home and kept on a lead when on a walk as he will chase small furies as he is a retired working dog and we know he is not good around small furies (cats, rabbits, small dogs etc.) He is obsessed with [teddy bears] and likes [to] rip them up to see what's inside. He is fine with children [sic]."
A number of Facebook users, stricken by Sam's plight, took to the comments to express their sympathy. One person wrote: "I hope someone takes him in soon, no dog should have to wait this long to find their forever home."
Meanwhile, someone else chimed in: "He’s gorgeous if we were closer and didn’t have 3 already we’d be seriously considering adopting him." Another said: "I just saw this on Facebook in the USA and shared it for my friends in the UK. Praying he finds a forever home. He is such a cutie. ❤️ Please keep us posted on him."
Sam's original owner allegedly passed away in 2017, and there have been several attempts to rehouse him since then. But despite the fact that Sam is a friendly dog with a gentle nature, circumstances have sadly conspired to keep him from finding a family or an owner to love and care for him.
In more heartening news, this woman "married" her dog on live TV:
Lurchers are not a pure breed, and are typically a cross between a sighthound and a working dog breed, such as a Collie, or other kinds of sheepdog. The dogs often make excellent pets, although their temperament can vary depending on the character of their parents.
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