Joey

Adopted OCTOBER 2019!

Joey’s Story:

Rescued from the Coachella/Riverside County animal shelter in September 2019, Joey was a matted mess. There are simply no words for the kind of neglect and suffering this poor older boy had seen. Estimated to be about 9 years of age, he had clearly been someone's backyard dog. Matted hair like his does not happen in a matter of months. This was years and years of neglect. Joey had to be put under sedation so the vet staff could shave him and he wouldn’t feel the pinching of the hair that was being shaved off. Pet owners on a budget have no excuse for allowing a dog to suffer like this, as keeping a dog clean and free of matted hair costs no money. Far too many get dogs with no thought or commitment to the lifelong care that they will need. Despite all that he’d survived, Joey is such a nice dog! After his intense grooming, a dental, and neuter surgery, Joey was ready to begin his awesome new life.

Joey is doing very well in his new home. He loves going on walks with his family, taking car rides, and visiting the dog park. He’s super snuggly and enjoys playing with his doggy big brother, Cameron. Joey likes to sleep next to his parents at night, either right by their pillow or at the end of their bed, which he shares with Cameron. Have a wonderfully happy life, Joey! Boy, do you deserve it.

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