Summary
A man named Clay Bishop adopted an elderly dog named Bo from a Kentucky animal shelter after the dog was left homeless due to its previous owner's difficulties. Bishop intended to foster Bo temporarily but decided to adopt him after falling in love with the dog's gentle nature. Bo, who struggled initially in the shelter, now happily lives with Bishop and his other pets.
Key Facts
- Clay Bishop met Bo, a 9-year-old dog, at a Kentucky animal shelter.
- Bo was surrendered due to his previous owner's substance abuse issues.
- The dog was left without food or water for nearly a week before being rescued.
- Bo was anxious at the shelter and did not eat for the first three days.
- Bishop initially planned to foster Bo but decided to adopt him permanently.
- Bishop officially adopted Bo on July 22.
- Bo has adapted well in Bishop's home with two other dogs and ferrets.
- Senior dog adoptions decreased by 2% in 2025, making Bo's adoption less likely than younger dogs.
