There was a time when Sage’s future looked anything but bright.
As Sage’s parent faced the threat of eviction from temporary housing in the dead of winter, this five-month-old boxer mix was up against the ropes.
Seeking shelter from a harsh winter
“Our Ontario SPCA Stormont Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre had a request for an emergency board just before the holidays,” says Animal Centre Manager Candice Gordon.
Without a place to live and winter closing in, they had to seek accommodations at a local hotel.
“Unfortunately, this pup was having a difficult time adjusting to her new surroundings. Sage was too vocal and her person faced being kicked out of the motel due to the barking,” says Candice.
Sage’s parent accepted help with emergency boarding for Sage while he attempted to stabilize his situation.
“The staff fell in love with this girl. They took it upon themselves to set her up with sweaters, jackets and all the good things so his person would not be spending any funds he couldn’t afford to spare on items we could provide,” says Candice.
A second chance
When Sage’s parent realized his situation was too precarious to care for Sage, he committed the biggest act of love by requesting to rehome her permanently for a better chance at life. He knew she was in good hands, and that the animal centre could find her the perfect home.
It wasn’t long before Sage found her way into a new loving home.
“She is the sweetest, gentlest dog I have ever met,” says her adopter, Stacie. “She may be 50lbs, but she is 100% a lap dog. I have myself, my husband, and our 11-year-old son in our home and as soon as any of us sits down, she plops herself right into our laps.”
Stacie says Sage loves the snow and takes a big chomp out of the fresh powder after every storm. She also loves to carry a stick with her outside everywhere she goes.
“She is the most amazing girl, and we are so grateful to have welcomed her into our family,” says Stacie.
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