As we close out the month of Thanksgiving, we must pay tribute to our foster families who temporarily step up to home our seniors to give them a chance to experience home life. While life at the sanctuary is far better than most of these dogs have known, being in a home environment helps them acclimate to family life and better prepare our seniors for a forever home.
Seniors like Buddy Love, Charlie, Riley, Harvey, and so many more have benefitted from the love of a foster family. Buddy Love, who recently crossed the rainbow bridge, was a longtime foster of a beautiful family who cared for him and helped bring the sparkle back after he had been abused and mistreated for so long. Before he died, Buddy Love’s foster family adopted him, making him an official part of the family. He will forever be remembered as Buddy Love Solano. Charlie and Riley found a haven of foster love with the same wonderful family. Charlie, a senior who acted like a puppy, lived with the Scalza family for over three months, where they learned he loved zoomies, jumping in leaf piles, playing in the sprinkler, and following everyone around no matter where they went. He became his foster mom’s shadow, and his loyalty was so endearing. He recently found his forever person, and they are as happy as can be. The Scalza family also fostered Sweet Riley for over 6 months. This sweet senior was a pure love bug, full of kisses and tail wags in a full circle. She also loved to throw her toys up in the air and catch them. She experienced a couple of “almost” adoptions, but then an extraordinary man fell for her and wanted nothing more than to give her a forever home. She was adopted and lived happily with him for a little over a month before she was diagnosed with cancer. Unable to save her, Riley crossed the rainbow bridge in June. While the end was devastating, her life was so full of love from every corner. Harvey recently celebrated three years with us at the sanctuary. He was found on the streets of Puerto Rico and was utterly feral. One of our staff members, Jeff, fostered him and taught him so much through patience, devotion, and love. We are happy to announce that Harvey, or The Harvey, is now a control dog. He has come so far with the support of a fantastic foster. It takes a village to help our seniors rehabilitate and find homes, but we are blessed with people who are willing to open their hearts and homes to our dogs over and over again. No matter what the circumstances, your support keeps us going. Thank you to our foster families, current and past, who help keep our mission alive.
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Sometimes, humanity fails, and we struggle to understand how anyone could neglect dogs. Scooter and Nick came to us, barely hanging onto life, and we were shaken by how horrific people can be to animals. It’s why we do this. Every single day, when we rescue a senior dog, we are reminded of Val, our founder’s mission: rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome.
Scooter was found this summer chained to a fence in the heat, emaciated and sick. He had limited movement of his hips and legs, suggesting he had been neglected most of his life. This 10-year-old pup was knocking on death’s door before BARCS was able to intervene. The anger we felt for this pup’s neglect was overtaken by the urgent need to rehabilitate him. We worked fast to get him to the Senior Dog Sanctuary, and its haven of love. Surrounded by our loving staff, incredible volunteers, and the generous donations of our supporters, Scooter slowly began eating a strict diet of specialty food with no treats to ensure his digestive system could function properly. Slow walks around our play yard with the volunteers showcased a tired but happy pup. The shine in his eyes was becoming brighter. Before long, he had gained some much-needed weight, and his diet became less strict. Treats were given, longer walks prevailed, and his love of toys evolved. We tried to find him a foster to see how he would adapt to home life, but instead, we received something even better: a forever home. His family met him, and it was instant love at first sight. It’s the kind of love that this senior yearned for, and we were elated he found his people. Gone was the emaciated, hopeless pup we rescued, and it was replaced with a healthy, toy-loving senior who now has four names. Meet Draco Marshawn Cooper-Jefferson! We’ve mentioned Nick's story before, but his and Scooter’s stories were so similar and within the same time frame that it felt almost meant to be that we were able to save them. Nick was rescued from a home by animal control after the neighbor reported him being chained in the yard without food or water and covered in fleas and sores. Again, the rage we felt on behalf of this innocent animal had to be tampered down because we had to put our energy into saving Nick. It wasn’t easy. Nick was almost in worse shape than Scooter, and the terror of losing him was sharp and at the forefront of our minds. We couldn’t let that happen. We had to figure out how to slowly help Nick see that his future was bright and filled with love. Slow, designated feedings began for him to gain weight. Within a week, he had jumped up five pounds, and his ribs still protruded horribly. We calmly kept forging ahead, knowing it would take time to get him to where he needed to be. Shutting down our worries was hard, but we had to stay positive. Nick’s love of the toy bin showed that he longed to lie among soft toys and feel a comfort he had never known. It broke our hearts but gave us incredible strength to know we had given him this relief and support. With the help of staff member Jeff, we placed a larger bin in our sanctuary for him, filled to the brim with plush toys. Nick curled up into it each day and slept soundly in Val’s sanctuary. It’s remarkable to report that Nick went home to a foster to adopt. The only reason for that was the family’s cats, who we weren’t sure how they would interact with each other. However, the cats are doing amazingly well with Nick, and his family loves him very much. We are sure he has found his forever and are overjoyed for him! It takes enormous love, time, effort, donations, and resilience to make our sanctuary a place where every senior dog has a second chance. Sometimes, we worry there won’t be enough to keep things going, but our supporters always come together to ensure our dogs know this life can be filled with the unconditional love our dogs so easily share. They teach us to love like them, and we’re grateful to learn. Your support saved Scooter and Nick, along with so many others. Thank you on behalf of all of them.
Rescuing dogs from cruel situations never gets easier. Seeing these dogs emaciated, sick, fur matted, and sores covering their bodies makes our blood boil. No dog should have to face those situations. We shouldn’t be able to count their ribs. We shouldn’t see them cower in fear as we approach, worried they will be hit. Too many dogs suffer like this, and it’s not okay. There is a constant worry that we’ll get a dog we can’t save, which weighs heavily on our hearts.
We met Nick, and the situation was horrific. Chained up in a yard in the blistering heat with sores covering his body, being attacked by fleas with no food in sight, a neighbor finally called animal control. The rage we felt bubbled up into our throats, closing it off, but anger wouldn’t help Nick. He needed kindness, love, and loyalty. He needed to know that the humans who failed him were a thing of the past. Our goal for Nick was simple: teach him that he is worthy of unconditional love. As expected, Nick was initially extremely tentative about everything. It was horrible to witness such hopelessness and despair. We noticed he wanted to crawl into the toys and lie among them. The soft toys were a haven after living in such horrific conditions. When we realized how comfortable lying amongst the toys made him, one of our outstanding staff members decided a more significant toy bin was in order. He brought a massive bin where Nick could crawl in and lie comfortably. Nick desperately needed rest to heal, and this was the perfect way to get him to do that. With love and support, Nick has gained five pounds already! He is a volunteer favorite, and we’re starting to see a bit of sparkle back in his eyes. He’ll survive life’s awful and come out shining for a family to love. Nick, you got this, sweet boy.
Mr. Wilson has sat patiently for over a year waiting for his chance. There have been a few “almosts,” and his head hangs in defeat with each return. He looks at us with eyes that say, “I tried, but I’m too strong.” The loss of his dog friend, Tyson, along with other fellow friends leaving to be adopted, tore him to bits. Watching him suffer the grief made losing our beloved Tyson even harder. We gave him time and waited for his spark to return, but losing so many buddies showed us the sanctuary wasn’t for him, and he desperately needed a family. Indeed, someone would adopt this sweet lovebug, right?
A large German shorthaired pointer who never takes a photo without a smirk is one of the quirks that make Mr. Wilson so incredibly loveable. Despite his ten years, he still has some spunk, especially when he finds a comrade in arms. If the sun’s out, you’ll find him snoozing the afternoon away under its rays. He’s never seen a fireplace he didn’t love lying near, and he’s highly protective of those he holds dear. That’s where our staff member, Jeff Warthen, comes into play. Jeff is our SDS dog whisperer. His alpha personality, paired with the patience of a saint, makes him so successful with any canine. Our SDS seniors love him, even in the most challenging cases. He also keeps our sanctuary thriving, as no repair is too hard for him to tackle. Without Jeff, we would be lost. It’s that simple. A dog named The Harvey, his official title, has been living with Jeff for quite some time now. He was rescued from the streets of Puerto Rico, and Jeff worked tirelessly with him to ease his anxiety. Sadly, Jeff watched Mr. Wilson’s potential adoptions end unsuccessfully and felt he had a similar connection to him as he does to The Harvey. Mr. Wilson doesn’t seem to know his strength, and on walks, he can be reactive to dogs, sometimes to the point of pulling down his owner. His protective nature also causes some alarm as he puts himself between his beloved and charges at potential dangers. It’s all he knows. The Harvey and Mr. Wilson knew only anxiety until Jeff showed them how a beloved human could turn the tide. When we lost Tyson, Mr. Wilson’s best friend, we weren’t sure if Mr. Wilson would recover. He laid around for weeks, depressed, searching for his friend. While we mourned Tyson’s loss and ached for Mr. Wilson’s heartbreak, it was Jeff who reminded us Mr. Wilson just needed time. Grief ebbs and flows in us all, and we needed to help Mr. Wilson find a spark to continue without his friend. Jeff’s steadfast patience proved to be correct, like always. Mr. Wilson discovered his spark slowly but surely when he went home with Jeff. The Harvey loved his new friend, and Jeff’s other dog, Yodel, said, “The more, the merrier.” Over a month in, Jeff has acquired another beloved senior, and Mr. Wilson couldn’t be more thrilled. Sometimes, the answer to our prayers is literally within arm’s reach. For Mr. Wilson, Jeff was that answer.
We found a Penny, and she’s had good luck ever since!
Penelope, or Penny, is a tiny chihuahua a family found in the woods near their property in January. Emaciated, unable to stand, and eyes filled with ulcers, this 15-year-old pup had little hope for survival. A foster family cared for her but thought she may be too sick and have to be humanely euthanized. However, Penny had different plans for her future. In foster care, she began eating well and gaining some much-needed weight. While she still could not stand and her eyes were riddled with ulcers, SDS saw her, fell in love, and decided we needed to care for her. Penny came to the sanctuary on February 5th; everyone instantly loved her. Being loved had her thriving despite all of her medical issues, including heart problems. One of our staff members fosters her now and found Penny’s love for brisket. Who doesn’t love some delicious brisket? We’re thrilled to report that Penny looks like a completely new dog since we got her. Not only has she gained weight, but her eyes are no longer full of ulcers. She’s also on medications to help her heart condition and improve joint pain. She’s extremely alert to everything around her and loves a cuddle. While this sweet girl may never walk again, she stood on her own for the first time the other day! Our sanctuary provides love and care for any senior dog. It doesn’t matter if the rainbow bridge is near; we will take them in and ensure their last weeks, months, or years are joyful. When adoption isn’t possible, life at our sanctuary or with our fosters always is. Penny is truly loved. Whenever her time comes to cross the rainbow bridge, she will do so with a full heart, and that’s what really matters.  In honor of Military Appreciation Month, we felt it was time to speak about the daily sacrifices our service men and women make to serve our country and protect our freedoms. They willingly put their lives on the line, spend months or years away from their loved ones, and deal with the mental effects of war long after it’s over. Missing the day-to-day tasks of catching their kid’s baseball game or snuggling with the family on the couch weighs heavy on their minds. Being absent from significant events like the birth of a child or a graduation ceremony brings a guilt they cannot undo. It’s all of these sacrifices and more for the men and women of our armed forces. Despite it all, they stand to serve their country proudly, and we are eternally grateful for them all.
In the order of sacrifices, our military personnel rotate through jobs every few years, causing them to uproot their lives and families and travel to distant places and foreign cultures. It’s hard on the parents and kids, and sometimes, it means a furry family member is left behind. That’s what happened to our Zeus. Zeus was a part of a loving family his entire life. He was blessed with the love of his people, other dogs, cats, and children. He loves to love as much as he loves to play fetch. He was a once-in-a-lifetime dog for his family until the orders came. Military orders are government documents stating where you will be stationed next. While most military personnel know where they will land due to months of job searching, nothing is official until the paperwork comes through in the form of orders. Zeus’s family found themselves with their orders in hand to a place where Zeus could not go. It’s debilitating to lose a dog. Watching them drift off and sensing them crossing the rainbow bridge, looking for them around the house in their usual spots, or almost calling them to come freezes your heart for a few seconds and takes your breath away. Having to give up a dog you genuinely love due to life’s unexpected turns is precisely like that. Perhaps that’s why Zeus was surrendered by an intoxicated, weeping soldier who was too distraught to speak. We had to step in for Zeus and military families everywhere when we heard this story. These sacrifices are too much, and if we can give any source of comfort to the family or dog, we must. Zeus is such an awesome dog. He’s still got plenty of life to live and proves that daily with his non-stop fetching sessions. If you have a ball, he is your new bestie. He’s healthy and happy at the sanctuary but needs his people again. His second chance at a family is coming. We can feel it. Take time to thank a soldier this month for serving their country and for the sacrifices they make every day. The gesture may seem small, but it’s larger than life to a soldier who may have just returned from war and hasn’t seen their family in over a year, missed the birth of their child, or had to surrender their dog due to relocation. If we can bring some comfort to their hearts, that’s enough. To Zeus’s family, we’ll take good care of him and find him another best friend, but you’ll always be the first. Thank you for trusting us with your beloved pup.
Have you heard of Jelly Bean Jones? She wasn’t a famous actor or a member of a blues band. She was a small, 10-year-old, fluffy, black dog that we had the honor to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome. Here’s her adoption story.
Jelly Bean found her haven at the Senior Dog Sanctuary of Maryland in August 2023. She was surrendered to us by her previous owner, who was moving and could no longer care for her. Although quite nervous at first, it didn’t take Jelly Bean, or JB as we liked to call her, long to settle into life at the sanctuary among her comrades. She was a volunteer favorite who loved sniffing on walks and posing for the camera. She’d offer you her belly for a rub if you were one of her favorite humans. JB could be picky like that. In November 2023, a woman came to the sanctuary to meet JB, which was love at first sight. We snapped their adoption picture and happily waved them off, ecstatic for them both. Forty-eight hours later, JB was returned to us after her new family experienced a tragic event. Heartbroken for the family and JB, we were left speechless that she had already been to a groomer in that short time. JB was shown so much love in her new home in just two days! It gave us hope that we would find another loving family for this pup. As the winter turned colder, Christmas was coming fast. We knew that the taste of home life was lingering in JB’s mind, and we did all we could to find her a new home. To our delight, a foster family came to us interested in a fostering-to-adopt option. We sent JB on her way to see if this would be the perfect fit. About a month later, the family was adjusting to life with JB and decided to adopt her. We were overjoyed we had successfully found another home for this sweet girl. JB was receiving another second chance. Unfortunately, once again, this adoption was short-lived. A week after adopting JB, the family was forced to return her due to a biting incident. We were distraught. There are such highs and lows with rescuing dogs. No matter the reason, it is a massive strike to our hearts when things don't work out. Dogs, especially seniors, often struggle to adjust to new situations, and we know adoptions fail sometimes. However, our hearts bled for this sweet pup whose third chance at a home had failed. This one was hard to swallow. Like always, we welcomed JB back into the sanctuary and continued our mission to rehome her. Val never gave up on any dog, and neither would we. It was then that one of our beautiful volunteers stepped up to the plate. Recovering from a knee surgery, the volunteer saw that JB had been returned and decided to come in and see her. When she sat on the floor, JB came right over to her, laid down, and gently rested her head on the new knee, just like the volunteer’s beloved cat used to when she knew something was injured. The volunteer saw this as a powerful message, and her heart fell hard for this pup. It was decided that JB would try a foster-to-adopt situation with the volunteer and her family, with every finger crossed that this was the perfect fit JB had been yearning for all along. It took only 12 days for this family to realize that JB was and always would be theirs. Adoption papers were signed, and the newly titled Jelly Bean Jones finally went home. Life with Jelly Bean consisted of belly rubs from Grandma, grooming sessions complete with bows, visits to Kinder Farm Park with the family, a collar adorned with jelly beans, and raincoats to keep her dry on rainy walks. She was loved beyond measure, and our hearts at SDS were bursting! Only one month later, Jelly Bean visited the vet to decide if her kidneys had responded to a new diet. Her family found that it was quite the opposite–Jelly Bean’s kidneys were failing fast. Having experienced kidney failure with previous pets, her family prepared for the worst but hoped for a little more time with their beautiful senior. It wasn’t meant to be. Two days after that vet visit, Jelly Bean Jones marched across the rainbow bridge with her tail wagging happily, knowing she had experienced the unconditional love she sought for so long. Jelly Bean’s happiness comforted her new family because they had saved her and given her the love she deserved. Sometimes, the short stories in life are the most impactful. Even though it had only been one month, for Jelly Bean and her family, it felt like a lifetime. Rest easy, sweet pup.
We’re going to be honest. It’s been a tough couple of weeks at the Senior Dog Sanctuary of Maryland. We know that sometimes happens, and we need to roll with the punches, but it’s so hard to lose a dog, and we’ve had to say goodbye to two of our sanctuary pups. Raven and Tyson, this one’s for you.
Raven, you were complicated, but man, we loved you! Raven came to us in July 2020 but was adopted two months later. She lived there happily until March 2022, when a biting incident forced her family to return her to SDS. It’s sad when it happens, but we are blessed to be able to take the dogs and help them once again. We believe that sometimes dogs need more than one chance, especially when life has dealt them a tough hand. Raven needed us again, and we needed her, too. She had a smile that urged you to cuddle but could snarl in the same fashion to remind you she needed her space sometimes. We appreciate both sentiments because we humans have the same mood swings. For the most part, the snarl came with her protective nature of wanting to defend her humans, a common trait for a loyal dog. They sense more than we do, which makes them so special. Unfortunately, sometimes, they only know how to respond with a snarl or a growl when they sense danger for their humans. Raven wanted those she loved, her sanctuary family, to be safe and would see to that at all costs. As she continued life as a sanctuary pup, arthritis began to show its colors, but Raven still maintained her walks with our gracious volunteers. One of our incredible staff members even built a ramp for her known as the “Raven Ramp” since the stairs were becoming too hard for her. It wasn’t until about six months ago, when her liver started to fail, that we knew her trip over the rainbow bridge was coming. While senior dogs can rapidly deteriorate, our Raven wanted to hang on for a bit. We like to think she needed to protect us for a little longer. Raven continued to love all of the littles at the sanctuary. If you were a little dog, she was your immediate buddy whether the littles liked it or not. You’d often find her on a walk with up to four or five little dogs, loving every minute. As she got more ill, staff members and volunteers brought her burgers and pit beef, which she would gobble down with delight. When the burgers weren’t eaten anymore, we knew her time had come. To Raven, our complex girl, you brought a spark to the sanctuary we won’t forget. We were your forever and proud to be. Rest easy now, sweet girl. The littles will look for you, but we’ll remind them you’re still watching out for them. Tyson, you may have been one of the laziest dogs we have ever had. Seeing you lounging on a chair or slowly walking around the sanctuary yard made us smile and feel a bit jealous. We wish we could be lazy, laid back, and just do life like you did. Moving from one place to another when the urge came and lying down next to a volunteer to get an epic belly rub is what you did, and you loved every minute of it. This pup came to us again in September 2023 after a family who had adopted him could no longer care for him. We welcomed him back like an old friend, and he settled back into life at the sanctuary. He wouldn’t want us to brag, but he did have his acting debut on our “Good Morning America” segment back in the fall. He trod around the yard as only Tyson knew how and thought, “Get my good side, folks.” He was impossible not to love. Tyson found his friends in the other large dogs at the sanctuary. Some of his best buds were Klink, a massive Rottweiler mix, and Mr. Wilson, a large German short-haired pointer. They often lounged around together in what we liked to call The Bachelor’s Pad, where only the bigs could hang. Klink and Mr. Wilson helped Tyson find the young pup buried within as he got a spunk in his step whenever his besties were around him. It made him forget to act like an old man. For Tyson, he wasn’t in pain long. We noticed him not feeling himself one day, and the next day, internal bleeding forced us to make a swift decision to cross the rainbow bridge. While a shock to us all, we think he wasn’t suffering. One day, he was walking around and sniffing lazily around the yard, and the next day, he looked at us and said, “It’s time to let me go.” It hurts, but we understand, sweet boy. Tyson, Mr. Wilson is lost without you. Bring him some comfort that you are now OK over the rainbow bridge. You’re not running as that’s too strenuous. You’re strolling like always, enjoying the fresh air and occasionally lounging around with the big dogs. It’s the life you knew and were good at living. We understand you’re okay now, friend. We’ll be OK, too.  A beautifully large mixed breed named Mali came to us in October after being surrendered to BARCS by her previous family, who could no longer care for her. Situations like these are always so difficult for the families and the pups. We were so grateful we could step in and bring Mali to the sanctuary for more reasons than one.
Our excellent veterinary staff looked Mali over when she arrived and determined that, like most of our dogs, she needed a tooth removed due to dental disease. This is a fairly standard procedure for the dogs we rescue, and generous donations allow us to help keep our dogs' teeth in top-notch condition. Crest Toothpaste might want to sponsor them one of these days! While the dental exam wasn’t a huge shock, the soft mass on Mali’s side raised some more significant concerns. After further evaluation, we found that Mali had a mast cell tumor that was cancerous. We scheduled this poor girl for surgery as quickly as possible. In that small amount of time, she developed two more cancerous tumors. With three mast cell tumors, Mali was in for a fight, but if you know this energetic nine-year-old, you know she has the spunk of a puppy and was more than up for the challenge. Once we got her in for surgery, the vet was able to remove two of the tumors. The tumor on her back leg showed some incomplete margins, suggesting that all of the cancer may not have been removed. Because of this, we put her on medication to prevent the reoccurrence in that area. After a few weeks, her leg had healed and showed no new signs of cancer. We told you this girl was a trooper! Unfortunately, this particular cancer didn’t want to quit, and we found another cancerous mast cell tumor on Mali’s back a few weeks later. Another surgery could remove it, but the more significant concern was how fast these tumors were replicating. After some discussion, the vet decided chemotherapy was the best course of action for this spunky girl. The hope was that an oral, three-month course of chemo would keep these tumors at bay. Like humans, the worry with chemo is that the side effects may be extremely harsh while the medication kills the cancerous cells. Mali is already a dog who loves her people beyond measure and hates to be left alone. She becomes destructive when left on her own for long periods, and we wanted her to be able to have some solace during this already difficult situation. That’s when a beautiful foster family stepped in to help this sweet girl. The fosters knew what a toll chemo could take, having been through it themselves. They knew providing a loving environment would help Mali stay as healthy as possible and hopefully lessen chemo’s side effects. And guess what? They were right. Mali has been doing exceptionally well with her treatments. She’s her regular bundle of energy and seems to be suffering no side effects. The new bump on her back is gone, proving that the medicine is doing its job. Not only that but being in a home environment has calmed her anxiety. While we credit this to her resilience and fantastic dogness, we are also beyond grateful to her foster family for giving her the love and care she needs while fighting this awful disease. We love to help dogs like Mali. Our ability to offer dogs extensive medical care comes from incredibly kind, loyal donors supporting us. We hope we can update you soon that Mali is cured and happy. Maybe after all this, we can get this girl a home, the final step in the Sanctuary’s process defined by Val many years ago. Mali - we’re all rooting for you! *** Rocco's got some exciting barkworthy news *** but before he shares it, we want you to know why this is so exciting for the rest of us, too. When Rocco arrived at our Sanctuary, we were just as confused as he was. He had been tied to our picnic table overnight, with no note and no explanation. Just him, a leash and bed, and a bag things. How scared he must have been! He seemed healthy - especially for a senior. He was silent that whole first day. He showed no interest in food, play, or any "Sanctuary-things". Day 2: He settled in while we searched for more details about his past. Luckily, some friends of the Sanctuary helped us find his former home and we were able to piece together a bit of Rocco's life before us: - He was a loyal companion for the majority of his life until his elderly owner could no longer care for him. - A younger family member took him in, and after some time, they realized they couldn't provide for him. Day 7: Rocco settled into the #SanctuaryLife quite well. He claimed his favorite chair in our Lounge, he joined the "Men's Club" (a rag-tag playgroup where dogs mosey around and tell tales of their younger years), and, thanks to the generosity of Giant Food, he continued to enjoy the luxurious food he'd been accustomed to in his former life. For the next couple weeks, Rocco had fun, but he still seemed to long for quiet spaces in solitude, because he'd get cranky and outspoken when things got too loud. So, he spent many days on his favorite Lounge chair in the sun, with interruptions (that we call "being social") from staff and volunteers, and Wheel of Fortune on repeat on the TV. He likes what he likes. Day 40: Ms. Judy, a former adopter, asked if we had any dogs that were looking for her particular situation: a quiet home, with things to lounge upon, maybe some game shows here and there, and: homemade dog food. >>> In rescue, we call this hitting the jackpot, the moon-and-stars-aligning, the clouds parting to make way for sunshine. <<< You get the idea. Day 77: We present to you a video of Rocco's last visit. We think, but aren't sure, that he's telling us THANK YOU in his cute cranky-pants way. As animal-lovers, it's tough to understand how someone could leave a pet alone, tied to a table, in the middle of the night. But here's what we imagine: We imagine that the decision to leave a pet - as impossible as that decision may seem - was better than the life they faced at home. We believe that Rocco's family wanted more for him, and thanks to our supporters and families like Ms. Judy's, were were able to provide that for him. Senior dogs are never too old to learn how to live the #SanctuaryLife! Congratulations Rocco! If you are struggling to keep your pet, please reach out for resources and an understanding ear: [email protected] |
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