Summary
A shelter dog named Johnny has been overlooked for adoption at the Valley Animal Center in Fresno, California. Shelter volunteer Jackie Gonzalez shared a video of Johnny on TikTok, highlighting his affectionate nature and need for a loving family, as he is experiencing stress from being passed over by potential adopters.
Key Facts
- Johnny is an 8-year-old dog at the Valley Animal Center in Fresno, California.
- He was surrendered to the shelter and has not attracted interest from adopters.
- Despite being sweet and affectionate, Johnny is suffering from kennel stress due to being repeatedly overlooked.
- Shelters across the country face overcrowding, with nearly 6 million pets entering them each year.
- Last year, only about 2 million dogs nationwide found new homes through adoption.
- The viral TikTok video featuring Johnny has received over 1,600 views and 405 likes.
- Each year, many shelter animals are euthanized due to limited space and lack of adoption.
- The ASPCA is an organization that provides statistics and highlights the adoption challenges shelters face.
