Boo and Monroe are two dogs that came to the Aiken County Animal Shelter recently when their owners passed away. They came from separate homes and reminded us that it really is important to have a plan for our pets in case something happens to us.
The shelter is full with so many young puppies and gorgeous dogs right now. Boo and Monroe are older, larger dogs, and those are much harder to find homes for. I wish I knew why? Personally, an older, bigger dog to cuddle with is way more appealing than young, barky puppy!
Boo was brought to the shelter on June 6th after his owner passed away.
He is seven years old, not exactly a senior by any means, but he is past his puppy stage for sure. He had a dog buddy that was quickly adopted and now he is by himself. This has been very difficult for Boo. He is a big hippo and loves to cuddle! He is house trained and knows commands. He is not a fan of the food at the shelter, but he was a little chubby when he arrived! He would love a home where he could get a few table scraps and a soft bed to lay on. Boo is playful for short bursts but then wants to chill on the couch with the volunteers. He hates being alone in his kennel. It’s so noisy right now, we have no kennels open and the non-stop barking is tough on a dog that had a good home for seven years. Boo has big eyes and when you walk by him he makes eye contact, desperately asking for love. It is so hard seeing him there.
Monroe came to us just one day before Boo did, on June 5th.
Monroe was found by a neighbor after his owner passed away. This sweet dog is easy to walk and easy to love. He is so gentle and loves to give soft kisses. Never an accident in his kennel, it must be so hard for him to be in a kennel waiting for volunteers to let him out. Monroe may be eleven years old but he still has much to give. He loves to go walking on the trails, he gets excited when we give him treats!
Recently one of our volunteers Christine took Monroe home for an overnight, she has a soft spot for the seniors, “He came for a sleepover last night and he is so wonderful! Cute, quiet, calm, doesn’t mind thunder, loves peanut butter, 80s music and walking.”
If you have considered adopting a pet, please consider Boo or Monroe. These dogs had owners, they were loved, and now they are alone.
Their lives are in our hands.
By Kathy Cagle, FOTAS Programs Coordinator