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Melissa has all the time had a smooth spot for previous canines. Tucked away on 11 quiet acres in Conyers, Georgia, she constructed a life that matched her calling. Her residence, now referred to as Outdated Canine House, is greater than only a rescue. It’s a haven the place senior canines get one final shot at consolation, care, and love.
When Melissa launched Outdated Canine House, she hoped to make a distinction for the canines that had been left behind. She by no means imagined simply what number of would come by means of her doorways. Some arrive needing medical assist, some are simply drained and worn down by life, and a few are in search of kindness they’ve by no means identified. “For the canines that may be adopted, we’ll do our greatest to search out them households. And for those who can’t, we’ll be their household,” she shared on Facebook. “They’ll keep right here with us, protected and beloved, for so long as they want.”
Lately, Melissa received a cellphone name from a associate vet clinic. The message was brief however heartbreaking. A person had introduced in his aged canine to be put down. Not as a result of she was sick, however as a result of he didn’t need her anymore.
Though the rescue was already full, Melissa didn’t hesitate. That canine, now named Holly, got here residence along with her.
Holly is someplace between 10 and 12 years previous. Candy as could be, with a continuously wagging tail, she had already misplaced her first proprietor. After that, she bounced between houses till she landed with a household who stated they had been too busy and had two different canines. Additionally they claimed she had accidents in the home and stated their grandchildren weren’t all for her.
“I don’t prefer to criticize youngsters,” Melissa wrote, “however the granddaughter simply shrugged and stated, ‘We don’t actually like her. We like our different canines higher.’” In the meantime, Holly stood there, tail wagging, attempting to win somebody’s affection.
Melissa believes deeply within the price of those older canines. “My actual calling in life is to point out people who ‘previous’ doesn’t imply ‘executed,’” she stated. “Outdated canines are forgiving, resilient, and full of affection. They deserve an opportunity similar to any younger pup.”
As soon as Holly has had time to heal and settle in, Melissa plans to search out her a house the place she’ll be cherished. And when that occurs, one other spot will open, prepared for the subsequent forgotten soul who wants saving.
“That’s the dream,” Melissa wrote. “One canine at a time.”
