From Death Row to Forever Home: Pearl’s Incredible Journey

Canadian rescuer races against time to save a shelter dog just minutes before euthanasia…

When Toronto realtor and animal rescuer Alan Calimbas stumbled upon Pearl’s profile online, he was devastated. The gentle dog was trapped in an overcrowded Riverside County, California, shelter with just 24 hours left before she was scheduled to be euthanized to make space for other incoming animals. Determined to save her, Alan immediately contacted the shelter. They agreed to place her on hold—but only until the exact deadline the next day.

With no time to arrange transport, Alan booked a last-minute flight to Los Angeles and set off on a rescue mission. After landing, he faced grueling traffic, calling the shelter repeatedly to let them

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