Life inside a shelter always brings mixed feelings. On one hand, the animals receive safety, food, and care.

Yet everyone knows it is never meant to be permanent. The true goal is always to match them with a forever family, though for some dogs the search takes far longer than anyone ever imagined.

Long-term stays can take a heavy emotional toll. Many pups grow weary and disheartened, while others cling to hope as the days stretch into years.

One patient soul in Mississippi proved just how strong hope can be. This good boy waited more than three years before the moment his rescuers had prayed for finally arrived.

Mars’ Long Road To Recovery

Mars was first discovered by an animal control officer with Webster Animal Shelter, wandering the streets of Mississippi. His face was badly swo

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