For this week's Tuesday's Tails, I thought I would catch the readers up on the status of some previously featured animals. Most of them are, unfortunately, still up for adoption and waiting for a forever home...a few, though, have found their families!
(Photos courtesy of HSNI and Arickx Photography)
Remember Beau and Chachi, the bonded buddies who ended up in the shelter after their owner passed away? They are still there, watching people pass them by because of their age. At 10+ years old, these sweethearts aren't in the shape they once were, but they are total lovers who deserve a second chance at a home. Beau and Chachi are very close to my heart, which breaks just a little more every time I see them still at the shelter. Contact the HSNI for more information.
(Photo courtesy of HSNI)
Tessa, the plump and lovable office cat, was an honorary member of the shelter staff at the HSNI. Though she was an older gal, she never had health issues and was always up for a treat. A few months ago, Tessa grew unexpectedly ill and passed away. There are no words to describe how much we all loved this cat, employees and customers alike. She was an irreplaceable part of the shelter, and everyone misses her very much. We love you, sweet Tessa. <3
(Photo courtesy of Arickx Photography)
(Photo courtesy of Love & Luck Photography)
Here are Starlight and Tamer, two of the sweetest pitties ever housed at the HSNI! After a year of waiting, they were lifted from the shelter and taken to a pit bull rescue out of state. This was good news to hear - breed-specific rescues are often more successful at adopting out pit bulls. I haven't yet heard any updates on these two goofballs, but they could very well be enjoying their new homes as we speak!
(Photo courtesy of HSNI)
Goldie's life has not been fair to her. Her story (which you can read by clicking the link in the previous sentence) is one of the worst I've ever heard while involved in animal rescue, and my heart just breaks for her. Yet she still sits in the shelter and has been doing so for a year and a half. Her special needs make her a bit of a tough adoption, but this girl deserves to feel what it's like to be a pet. Give her a chance - contact the HSNI.
If you're looking for a sweet senior dog to bring into your family, please consider Beau & Chachi or Goldie.
Tune in for next week's Tuesday's Tails for more updates! :)
Sigh... I guess I was hoping for happier news. Sharing.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately for those who work in animal rescue, it's often one step forward and two steps back. :( It's tough. You always think you will get used to it, but you never do.
DeleteAlso, I do tend to feature the dogs that have proved to be LEAST adoptable, since they are the ones that need to find homes most. So while these animals still remain in the shelter, plenty have been adopted out in the meantime. I still have hope for these sweethearts <3 Thank you for sharing, Sue!
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ReplyDeleteThank you so much!
DeleteThanks for sharing the updates and keep up the good work trying to help these animals find their forever homes. Rescue work is really hard work.
ReplyDeleteTruer words have never been spoken, Mark. It is heartbreaking and frustrating. The employees at our shelter are basically saints for the hard work they do. Thank you for reading!
DeletePaws crossed that they are adopted soon. Thanks for joining the blog hop.
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This is my favorite blog hop! I think it is SO important to put adoptable dogs on social media - definitely helps them find forever homes. Thank you for reading and sharing!
DeleteI hope they all find forever homes soon! Sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Beth; I hope so too! :)
DeleteSuch a sad loss of Tessa. I hope the others find forever homes. I'm sharing and keeping paws crossed. ♥♥
ReplyDeleteThank you, M.K., I was just heartbroken when I found out. When I was employed at the shelter, Tessa was one constant fixture in an ever-changing environment; you could always depend on her for a snuggle. Really sad. :( Thank you so much for sharing! <3
DeleteAll of these pups are so beautiful and sweet. We hope the right families come by and take them home soon. I wish I could take them all!!! So sorry to hear about the loss of Tessa :(
ReplyDeleteThanks, Emily; it was a huge loss for the shelter employees. They loved her so much! And thank you for reading; they really are the sweetest dogs.
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