Sandra, a longtime Animal League America employee, and her husband recently took in Pooch, a senior Yorkshire Terrier mix who was found in a Brooklyn dumpster, abandoned without mercy. Given his serious heart condition, treatment options for Pooch are limited, but Sandra couldn’t bear the thought of him not being able to live in a loving home. Now nicknamed Puccini, he is their third foster family. “Puccini started to let his personality shine after a week or two,” Sandra said. “We learned that he prefers to walk on the pavement rather than the grass, and we make sure he spends time outside every day, whatever the weather. Sometimes he stays still and just enjoys the blue sky and the fresh air. Being an adoptive parent brings us the incredible satisfaction of giving an animal in need the love and quality of life it deserves.
Despite the limited time you have with them when you welcome a dog or cat from our Comfort Pet Palliative Care Program., the bond and connection that develops is deep and meaningful. These animals teach us valuable lessons about resilience, acceptance and cherishing it in every moment. Please contact our foster care team at (email protected) if you want to become an adoptive parent and make a difference in the life of a precious dog or cat in need.