Counting the Days: Jumanji’s Long Wait for a Loving Home Hits 1075

Almost every dog arrives at the shelter with high hopes of finding a family sooner than later. They wag their tail non-stop as visitors walk by, knowing that it won’t take long before someone locks eyes with them and decides to sign the adoption papers. These dogs continue holding onto hope, only for weeks to turn into months and months into years without anyone adopting them. (watch video below)

Counting the Days: Jumanji's Long Wait for a Loving Home Hits 1075

Such is the story of Jumanji, a high-spirited, 4-year-and-11-month-old mixed breed who wakes up each morning in his kennel with a broken heart. When Jumanji was brought to the Humane Society Naples almost three years ago, his initial days at the shelter were marked by optimism. This has since changed, as what staff at the shelter now see is a sad-faced pup who doesn’t look forward to seeing what each day will bring. 

From Day One to Day 1075

Sweet Dog Clocks 1075 Days in Shelter, Losing Hope of Finding Dream Home 
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It’s approximately 1075 days since Jumanji came to the Humane Society Naples. This lovely, fun-loving pup has never experienced what being in a real home feels like, since nobody has offered to foster him so far, let alone give him a permanent home.

In fact, the closest Jumanji has come to the outside world is when staff take him for walks to help him catch a break from his lonely kennel life. Jumanji’s hopelessness is plastered all over his face, and the only thing that offers him relief for a moment is the stuffed toys that staff members surprise him with weekly. He’s obsessed with these toys, as evident from how his tail wags with pure joy when he receives them.

1075 days later, all Jumanji craves is to see himself living life out there with his dream family.

@hsnaples Meet Jumanji! This 4 year old handsome boy has been with us for 1075 days -that's almost 3 years and desperately wants to find his forever family and experience the love of a home. Sadly, he has spent half of his life in our shelter. Jumanji LOVES his weekly new toy and is bursting with energy. As a "high energy" dog, he's always ready for adventure and would make a fantastic companion for someone who loves hiking, running, biking, and other active pursuits. Jumanji thrives in an active lifestyle!🐶 Jumanji is an awesome young pup who enjoys keeping his brain active and learning new tricks. Humane Society Naples has a great program to help him work on his leash manners and manage his energy. If you’re looking for a smart, fun-loving companion to join you on your adventures, Jumanji is your guy. Just watch out for the toy he’s always carrying in his mouth—he’s always up for a game of fetch! Please stop by our Main Shelter (370 Airport-Pulling Rd. N, Naples, FL 34104) and meet Jumanji. If you can’t commit to adopting a dog, please consider fostering him. Did you know Jumanji is a mighty dog? His sponsorship has been sponsored by Mighty Dog Roofing!🤍 #animalshelter #activedog #longtermresident #rescuedog #shelterdog #adoptme #dogvideos #reels #dogsofinstagram #doglove #helpme #dog #dogsofinsta #share #foryou #florida #doglover ♬ original sound – Humane Society Naples

Jumanji’s Counting on You for a Forever Home

Now more than ever, Jumanji needs you to bring his almost 3-year-long stay at the shelter to an end. He’s a highly energetic pup with an unmatched zest for life, and he should be out there making fun memories with his forever family. 

Counting the Days: Jumanji's Long Wait for a Loving Home Hits 1075

Jumanji is well-suited for an active household that’s always on the move because that’s exactly his vibe. We’re sorry to yell, but he LOVES the outdoors more than anything. Jumanji enjoys exploring and keeping his mind and body active. If you are searching for a fun-loving buddy who’s ever down for an adventure, no matter the time of day, Jumanji is the fella for you. 

Learning new tricks also excites him, and he gets along pretty well with other dogs, particularly those with boundless energy like him. With Jumanji as part of your family, forget about ever having dull days. 

If you’d love to open your home to this sweet pup forever, please visit the Humane Society Naples for details about his adoption process.