Smokey, a lovable rescue pup, refuses to step outside without his trusted elephant toy by his side. His previous owners, who fell on hard times and lost their home, could no longer provide the care he needed.
A 5-year-old pup named Smokey was brought to the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center on Valentine’s Day, accompanied by his beloved stuffed gray elephant toy to provide him with solace. Smokey has grown quite attached to his cuddly companion with pink ears, to the point where a sign has been placed on his kennel requesting that they both be adopted together.
Smokey’s time at the shelter improved thanks to the presence of a gentle elephant. Initially anxious and withdrawn, Smokey took a break from playing with his toys for a couple of quiet weeks. It was during this time that Smokey was originally scheduled to be euthanized in March.
Two kind volunteers from the I Have A Dream Rescue Organization showed up one day and instantly connected with Smokey. They made a decision to help him by locating a temporary foster home.
The little dog is beaming with joy since he has been adopted into a loving new home. Melissa Sutherland from I Have A Dream pointed out how the puppy, who was feeling down and cozying up with his toy elephant, perked up once a volunteer interacted with him. It’s truly amazing to see the transformation that rescue can bring to animals. Check out the heartwarming tale of a lost puppy saved from a drainage pipe in the article “Never Give Up Hope”.
