Rosie and Gabby arrived at the Carson Animal Shelter in California in October 2024. At the time, they were barely one-year-old puppies and had been brought to the shelter because of an investigation involving the death of a child.
After a lengthy investigation, although both dogs had been present at the time, neither dog had anything to do with the tragic events that day.
For nearly two years, the dogs have been kept as prisoners in a concrete kennel without the benefit of socialization, walks in the playground or playtime with other dogs and humans alike. For nearly two years, both of the dogs have remained gentle, kind and described as sweet dogs.
Both dogs were later found innocent.
This week Rosie and Gabby have been officially released from the investigation, and they are finally free. Unfortunately, freedom for these two dogs mean so little, since now the clock is ticking and humane euthanasia is always the option for an overcrowded shelter. It does not matter how young, how sweet, what breed or how well trained.
These girls have already lived through unimaginable tragedy. A devastating case tore apart the only life they knew, leaving them scared, confused, and completely alone. Now, after everything they’ve survived, they’re sitting in a shelter with a deadline hanging over their heads …wondering if anyone will come for them before it’s too late.
Everyone these two dogs had trusted and knew are gone. The home they once knew and felt loved is gone, and even though the two have survived the nightmare of isolation and lack of socialization, they remain friendly and hopeful they will continue to survive the nightmare of the past.
Please, take a few moments to read their story. Even if you can’t adopt, sharing their faces could be the reason someone sees them in time.
Rosie and Gabby have lost almost everything already. They deserve to know that the world hasn’t completely given up on them.
Rosie and Gabby will need fosters and rescues due to the nature of their case.
Animal IDs: Carson Shelter – 310-523-9566 for INFO
Mon-Sat 11-5pm, Closed Sunday
216 W Victoria St. Gardena, CA 90248
Rosie (#A5657264)
Gabby (#A5657265)
ROSIE
She allowed herself to be leashed and exited the kennel on her own. Rosie walked nicely on the leash as she passed by her neighboring kennels. Inside the catch pen, Rosie stood calmly during collar and leash placement before being allowed into the yard. Once inside, she had a slightly tense posture, with a high, stiff tail wag as she exchanged greetings with some of the dogs. However, her body began to relax as the interactions continued. Following the introduction, Rosie began to perform play bows which led to chase play with some of the dogs. Rosie continued zooming around the yard with her new friends, taking brief breaks in between to solicit affection from the handlers. For the remainder of the session, Rosie maintained a social demeanor with everyone in the yard. Once the session concluded, she was returned to her kennel without incident. Rosie could benefit from continued socialization in a yard with active dogs.
GABBY
Gabby was allowed into the yard, where she exchanged greetings with some of the dogs, displaying a neutral body posture during the interactions. Following the introduction, she continued to engage with some of the dogs, joining them in light play. However, Gabby made it clear she preferred gentle play, giving appropriate corrections to the dogs who attempted to engage energetically. She also explored the environment as she sniffed the dogs she met along the way. Gabby occasionally approached the handlers to solicit petting. For the remainder of the session, Gabby coexisted peacefully with everyone in the yard. Once the session concluded, Gabby was returned to her kennel without incident. Gabby could benefit from continued socialization in a yard with calm dogs, helping her to interact at her own comfort level and gradually develop her social skills. Ok for public adoption, calm dogs recommended, medium energy level.
Please share their plights with approved rescue organizations, friends, family and social media contacts. Sharing saves lives, and these two dogs deserve better than how they have been forced to live for the past two years.
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