Shelter dog in final plea for home otherwise he has just 24hrs to live | World | News
Unfortunately, many rescue dogs struggle to find a home (stock image) (Image: Getty)
He woke up this morning like any ordinary day, but without a miracle, one dog might not survive until the weekend.
Maine was taken into a rescue centre in December after being discovered malnourished and roaming the streets alone.
Staff at the North Central Animal Shelter, in Los Angeles, issued appeals throughout the local area – but tragically, nobody stepped forward to claim the three-year-old dog.
A statement about the pooch reads: “He had no microchip and no one claimed him.
“He was stressed and wary at first. He would not cooperate with a hands-on evaluation from the team and quickly started dropping weight. But staff did not give up on him.
@seeandsavethedogs ??????Maine A2247910 needs safe exit in Los Angeles by 2/18 or he will be euthanized for kennel stress ?????? 3 year old Maine came to the shelter as a stray in Dec—picked up emaciated, out wandering a property. He had no microchip and no one claimed him. He was stressed and wary at first. He would not cooperate with a hands on evaluation from the team and quickly started dropping weight. But staff did not give up on him! With extra feedings and some trazadone for his nerves, he’s up to a proper weight and settled down. Getting out with volunteers has helped him let his hair down! He’s kind of a big goof—a big smile, glowing eyes, and a real drive to follow the leader! He’s been in many playgroup, at times dog defensive, selective, and overcorrecting—but the playgroup team notes he’s making progress following their lead. He just seems to enjoy hanging with the humans more—at this time we suggest he be an only dog. Sadly, the stress and wariness he showed upon first intake has landed him on the euth list. It’s just so tough in the L.A. shelters right now… I believe this guy can be a fantastic sidekick and loyal, goofball in a home with a large dog-savvy human(s) that can get him his daily walks, outdoor time, structure and love. Please help make it happen! #dog #rescuedog #adoptme #adoptdontshop #fyp ♬ Every Word – Demo – Ivan Castro
“With extra feedings and some trazodone for his nerves, he’s now at a healthy weight and has settled down.
“Getting out with volunteers has helped him let his hair down. He’s kind of a big goof – a big smile, glowing eyes and a real drive to follow the leader.”
Unfortunately, the centre no longer has capacity to accommodate him and he has been scheduled for euthanasia on Wednesday unless someone rehomes him beforehand.
The statement, posted on TikTok by @seeandsavethedogs, continues: “Maine needs safe exit in Los Angeles by the 18th or he will be euthanised for kennel stress.”
Describing his temperament, it adds: “He’s been in many playgroups – at times dog-defensive, selective and overcorrecting – but the playgroup team notes he’s making progress following their lead.
“He just seems to enjoy spending time with humans more – at this time we suggest he be an only dog.
“Sadly, the stress and wariness he showed upon first intake has landed him on the euthanasia list. It’s just so tough in the LA shelters right now.
“I believe this guy can be a fantastic sidekick and loyal goofball in a home with a large, dog-savvy human or humans who can give him daily walks, outdoor time, structure and love. Please help make it happen.”
Reacting to the post, one user commented: “I’d just release him back onto the streets because at least he has a chance. I know this wouldn’t work because the streets would be flooded, but still.”
Another user added: “Please save him.”
A third user said: “You shouldn’t be killing dogs if they can’t find a home – that’s horrible.”
Anyone interested in adopting Maine, or any other dogs on the centre’s euthanasia list, can get in touch with Jaclyn.Kirkman@lacity.org, Aimee.Rousey@lacity.org or supervisor Mario.Ochoa@lacity.org.
