I’ve been following the story of Autumn—a gentle soul whose journey really touched my heart. As a local news writer, I was struck by how this little dog, who was first picked up as a stray last fall, has already experienced a roller coaster of hope and heartbreak. Over the past several months, Autumn has been adopted and returned a staggering six times, with each adoption lasting less than 12 days. Reasons ranged from unexpected housing issues and separation anxiety to conflicts with other pets in the household.
…