Heartbreak as Sweet Shelter Dog Greets Every Adopter with a Toy & Wagging Tail – But Still Gets Overlooked
They say desperate times call for desperate measures, and this seems to be the phrase that 3-year-old Marty — a resident at the Humane Society of Broward County — lives by as he awaits his happy ending. As other dogs in the shelter sit sadly in their kennels, Marty chooses to maintain a hopeful spirit by doing things differently.
Whenever he sees a potential adopter approach his kennel, Marty quickly grabs and brings forward one of his favorite soft plush toys as he wags his tail, all in an effort to get noticed. Marty just wants to show those passing him by that he’s a good boy worthy of a loving home, and hopes that the toy in his mouth will convey his intentions.
A Mysterious Past
According to the shelter, Marty was found wandering the streets by a good samaritan who saved him from getting struck by a car. Unfortunately, the shelter couldn’t tell whether he was someone’s pet since he neither had a microchip nor a collar. As days went by without anyone claiming him, Marty entered the shelter’s books as one of their adoptable dogs.
Even though his past remains a mystery, one thing is clear: Marty desires to feel loved and be a cherished canine family member. He wants to be out of the shelter so badly, and if that means using his plush toys to impress every single visitor who walks by, he will do it over and over again until someone finally locks eyes with him and commits to taking him home.
@humanebroward He’s trying so hard 🥺🙏 3-year-old Marty is trying so hard to show you how sweet he is! 🥹 Whenever anyone walks by his kennel, he brings over his toys and wags his tail ❤️ Marty is such a gentle and loving guy, but sadly he has no family to love him back 💔 Marty was found lost in the street and was about to get hit by a car when someone amazing rescued him 🙏 Unfortunately, he had no microchip or collar, and no one has come to the shelter looking for him 💔 All Marty wants is to be beside you and recieve love ☺️ He’s very calm and affectionate, and is really great with small children ❤️ He also loves to play fetch and chase after balls, and would like to have the chance to play with other dogs. If you cannot adopt Marty, can you please send him a toy 🙏 Soft plush toys are his favorite ❤️ Please send toys here ➡️ The Humane Society of Broward County, Attn: Marty the dog, 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. If you would like to meet Marty, please start by submitting an application online at www.humanebroward.com (link is in bio) and then come on in ❤️ We’re open 7 days a week. Adoptions open at 11am. Call 954-989-3977 ext. 6 with any questions ❤️ #rescuedog #shelterdog #adoptme #adoptdontshop #dogsofinstagram #florida #fortlauderdale #dogstagram #doglover #retriever #dogsoftheday #dogrescue #dog #instadog #instadaily #bullybreed #americanbulldog #love #bulldog #retriver #sweet #retrievermix #goodboy #bestboy #instapet #please #pleasehelp #mutt #muttsofinstagram ♬ original sound – Humane Society Broward County
Could You Be Marty’s Forever Person?
Marty is a gentle soul who loves showering his humans with affection like there’s no tomorrow. While the quickest way to his heart is surprising him with a soft plush toy, he also enjoys a good game of fetch.
Marty’s calm demeanor enables him to get along perfectly with small children, making him a worthy addition to a household with kids. Besides relaxing next to his humans, he loves playing with other dogs. This sweet pup is eagerly waiting to be your best friend; he has so much loyalty and love to give to be languishing in his kennel.
If you’d like to offer Marty his forever home, please visit the Humane Society of Broward County’s website for his adoption process.
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