I placed a “found dog” classified in the paper, but the lady said that there weren’t any “lost yellow lab” ads placed recently. I’m really getting the feeling this guy was simply abandoned. Which makes me really angry.
In happy news, there are a few people who have expressed interest in possibly adopting him once we’re sure no one is claiming ownership of him. That’s not too surprising becuase he is a SWEETIE PIE. He and Zora are getting along really well, and it would be kind of nice if someone we know adopts him, so they can still visit each other.
Here they are, watching my husband get their dinners ready.
Hi! I'm Emily. I'm a Navy wife and stay at home mom of two beautiful children. I cook simple, delicious, grain-free recipes, do crafts, decorate my home on a budget, and keep a happy household. I tandem breastfeed, babywear, cloth diaper, practice elimination communication, homebirth, and co-sleep, but I'm not a hippie.
I was going to suggest the same thing as Karla about low cost spaying & neutering. Also, when I used to go local shelters to bail out dogs for a rescue group, I would always see lost & found dog flyers posted on bulletin boards. Some places have owners fill out index cards when a pet goes missing and then the cards are posted at the shelter. So you might have some luck with finding an owner by checking your shelter for lost dog notices. I haven’t read the post about how you found this dog but did you have him scanned for a chip? And, check Craig’s List if you haven’t already.
You’re stronger than I am – I don’t think I’d be able to let that boy go once I’ve had him in my heart – he’s just too cute! Thank you for taking such good care of him. You’re a better person than most.
You should check to see if you can get the cost of neutering discounted through the humane society or animal rescue. When we had our dog spayed we were able to buy a certificate through the humane society for half the usual cost of getting an animal spayed/neutered. You may have to use a specific vet, but it’s worth checking out.