Shelter Dog ‘Sits Like a Good Boy’ for 400 Days Straight to Get Noticed By Potential Adopters

Shelter dogs often express their desperation for a loving forever family differently. Some curl up in a corner to hide their heartbroken faces from the world, especially if they’ve been waiting for a home for too long. Others circle inside their kennels non-stop because they just can’t remain still in the face of deep-seated kennel stress. Then there are those who, as desperate as they are, gather the strength to wag their tails and put on a hopeful face and a genuine smile.

Shelter Dog 'Sits Like a Good Boy' for 400 Days Straight to Get Noticed By Potential Adopters

One such dog in this last category is Gumbo, a delightful 2-year-old Shepherd/Hound Mix who’s been at the Palm Valley Animal Society for over a year now.

The Wait Isn’t Easy

Amidst all the loud whimpers coming from desperate dogs in the different kennels surrounding him, Gumbo often tries to keep it together. Most times, staff at the shelter find him sitting patiently as he watches visitors walk past his kennel, hoping that just one single soul will look his way and be instantly drawn to him.

Gumbo has been waiting over 400 days for a permanent home. Despite his long wait, he continues to show his friendly and hopeful demeanor, still seeking the chance to be taken home by a loving family.

@palmvalleyanimalsociety Gumbo has been waiting for over 400 days to get adopted! Fun facts about gumbo: – he loves to play – loves cuddles – likes to run – LOVES to explore! – Hes the cutest??? #adopt#fypage#adoptdontshop#animalshelter#fyp#texas#animalsoftiktok#dogsoftiktok ♬ dreaming of you – ︎︎︎︎

Could You Be Gumbo’s Forever Person?

Sweet Gumbo will do anything to see himself standing outside the shelter’s doorstep, ready to head home with his forever family. Given that he’s been at the shelter for such a long time, staff know him inside out; he’s everything you’d want in a canine companion.

Shelter Dog 'Sits Like a Good Boy' for 400 Days Straight to Get Noticed By Potential Adopters
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Gumbo may appear shy at first, but once he feels comfortable around you, he won’t hold back from showering you with affection the best way he knows how. He’s a friendly pup whose face instantly lights up while interacting with people. Gumbo is a fun lover, or rather “the life of the party,” as the shelter describes him. Thanks to his moderate-to-high-energy levels, he will not turn down an adventure opportunity, whether it’s hiking those trails on your do-to list or being your morning jog partner.

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If you’d like to give Gumbo the happy ending he so craves, please visit Palm Valley Animal Society for details on his adoption process.  


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