Stepping into an animal shelter stirs a mix of emotions. There is joy in knowing the animals are being cared for, yet there is also a deep sadness in seeing the longing etched into every kennel.
Behind those gates, each dog and cat carries the same quiet wish, waiting for the day someone chooses them and offers a love that will last forever.
The staff pour their hearts into making life as gentle and comforting as possible for the animals they watch over. Still, no amount of kindness within the shelter walls can truly replace the feeling of belonging to a permanent home…