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Heartbreak As 'Sweet' Bulldog Left at Shelter Still Waits for Forever Home

Heartbreak As 'Sweet' Bulldog Left at Shelter Still Waits for Forever Home

Summary

A bulldog mix named $lim is waiting for adoption at a shelter in Fresno, California. Despite her friendly nature and good behavior with other animals, she has not been adopted since arriving at the shelter in August 2025. The situation highlights the broader issue of overcrowded shelters and the risk of euthanasia for unadopted pets.

Key Facts

  • $lim, a bulldog mix, was found as a stray and taken to a shelter in Fresno, California.
  • She has been at the shelter since August 21, 2025, without being adopted.
  • $lim is described as friendly with other dogs and cats, and she is very gentle.
  • The shelter aims to find a permanent home where she can feel safe.
  • In 2024, over 5.8 million pets entered shelters, but only about 4.2 million were adopted.
  • Approximately 607,000 animals were euthanized in U.S. shelters in 2024 due to overcrowding.
  • A TikTok video about $lim went viral, receiving over 1,180 views and 274 comments.

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