Senior dog surrendered at 11 years of age after death of owner

A senior dog, 11 years of age, has been surrendered to a busy California animal control agency after the death of her owner. The Chihuahua, named Pepper, was surrendered to the Carson Animal Services facility on February 9 by relatives of her deceased owner who did not think they were “responsible enough” to care for her.

Now the senior dog is trying to cope with the loss of everything that she once knew…her home, her bed, her toys, her people – all gone in an instant.

The Saving Carson Shelter Dogs Facebook page writes:

The Carson Animal Care Center is requesting rescue/adoption/networking assistance for A5461929 Pepper, our shy 11 year old female Chihuahua.
Pepper was surrendered yesterday 02/09/22, due to her previous owner passing away and the next of kin felt they were not responsible enough to provide care or medical attention for Pepper.
Pepper has an approximate 5 inch diameter growth at right inguinal abdomen. Our Care Center is hoping to receive rescue assistance for Pepper in order for her to receive further care for her needs.

Pepper is shy and timid at the animal shelter – undoubtedly upset by all that she has lost. Pepper has a large mass on her abdomen and she will need to receive veterinary care by whoever takes her in.

Find Pepper’s adoption profile here.

ID#A5461929

Location: Los Angeles County Animal Control – Carson
Website: animalcare.lacounty.gov
Phone Number: (310) 523-9566
Address: 216 West Victoria Street
Gardena, CA 90248

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