More than 400 days ago, Red set paws for the first time at the animal shelter McKamey, have Chattanooga (UNITED STATES). Weeks went by, then months, with no one interested in him. The organization’s employees knew its value and wanted the world to see it, so they highlighted it on social media.
When he met him on his arrival, Red was somewhat disoriented. At the age of 8, he had never experienced such an environment because he always lived with his family. Unfortunately, she turned her back on him: “ Red was unfortunately abandoned by his previous owner in a home after they moved » testified Lauren Mann To Newsweek.
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A gradual adaptation
Like most of its congeners, Red needed time to get used to the shelter. Unfortunately, his chances of being adopted were slim as he had “ everything against him ” according to Lauren : ” He is an older dog, heartworm positive, very energetic and not good with cats. […] dogs like Red are neglected and forgotten in shelters » confided the latter.
Her experience did not deceive her because Red was still in the shelter after a year. Despite the mobilization of the staff, the furball continued to go unnoticed by the world. Her rescuers then found a final solution to highlight her: social networks.
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The Internet has been affected
If Red left with some handicaps in his quest to find his home, he also had many advantages in his bag. He was a happy and extremely positive dog despite his difficult background: ” He did not deteriorate as other dogs may do in this situation ” underlined Lauren.
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The quadruped was full of qualities that were highlighted in a publication. Many netizens then discovered the dog, which had been invisible for a long time, and some said they wanted to adopt him. One of these people followed up and offered a chance to Red. The senior returned to his permanent home after a trial period: ” He felt at home and was truly seduced by the man who adopted him “.
