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It’s heartbreaking how many dogs suffer from abuse and neglect. But thanks to kind and dedicated rescuers, even those who’ve been through the worst can still find love and a happy ending.
That was the case for a dog named Neo from Arkansas. He went from an abusive home to spending a long time in a shelter before finally finding a forever family.
According to a Facebook post, Neo was brought to a shelter in North Little Rock in March 2022 because of an animal abuse case. Since he was considered evidence, he wasn’t allowed to leave the shelter.
Neo remained there for over a year—450 days in total. After that long stay, a shelter worker reached out to Ali Paepke, the program manager at Best Friends Pet Resource Center nearby.
At first, Ali wasn’t sure if her team could help. “Dogs who’ve been locked up that long often have issues,” she told KENS 5. “And it’s especially hard when they’ve been abused.”
But when she met Neo, she was amazed. “He had every reason not to trust people, yet the moment we met, he just wanted love and attention. It was incredible.”
Neo was placed in a foster home, giving him a chance to adjust. His story reminded the team just how meaningful their work really is.
Despite all he’d been through, Neo showed he was ready for a new life. So, Best Friends Pet Resource Center started looking for a forever home for this sweet, loving dog.
When Linda Songbird heard about Neo’s journey, she knew right away that she could give him the loving home he truly deserved. She described the moment as “love at first sight.”
On August 6, Linda officially adopted Neo, and since then, they’ve shared a joyful life together. “He makes life feel meaningful,” Linda told KENS 5. “He’s amazing. Every time I come home, he’s right there by the door, so happy to see me.”
We’re thrilled that Neo finally found his forever home. A big thank you to the rescue team for giving him a second chance and helping him find the love he needed!
