Sad Shelter Dog Whose Only Friend Was This Elephant Toy Learns That He And His Toy Are Getting New Home

Adoption Attachment Comfort Elephant toy Franklin County Dog Shelter I Have A Dream Rescue Organization New home Rescue Shelter dog Volunteer

Posted October 10, 2023 by: Admin #Animals

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Meet Smokey, a rescue dog who refuses to venture outside without his cherished elephant toy. His previous owners faced hardships that prevented them from caring for him.

On Valentine’s Day, the 5-year-old pup was handed over to the Franklin County Dog Shelter Adoption Center, along with his beloved toy, “so he could find solace” in it. Smokey’s deep attachment to his plush, gray elephant with pink ears prompted a notice on his kennel that stipulated they must be adopted together.

The elephant became Smokey’s source of comfort during his days at the shelter. Despite his initial shyness and anxiety, Smokey spent his time mostly playing with the toy. In March, Smokey was scheduled to be euthanized…

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Then, one day, two volunteers from the charity “I Have A Dream Rescue Organization” arrived. They quickly developed a strong bond with Smokey and pledged to find him a temporary home.


Now that he is aware of his impending new home, Smokey can’t stop smiling. Melissa Sutherland, treasurer of “I Have A Dream,” recalled, “He was despondent and clung to his elephant until the [volunteer] began conversing with him. It’s remarkable how rescues transform the lives of pets.”

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