Three-legged dog up for adoption after a rough start in life
Chief is a six-year-old dog looking for his forever home. He was mistakenly thought to be a wild animal In Louisiana — and shot in the back leg. Now in New Jersey, the Shepherd mix is ready to find a loving home.
A one-year-old dog with a tough start in life is up for adoption in New Jersey and looking for a new home.
Meet Layla — a pitbull mix dog currently at Sammy’s Hope Animal Welfare & Adoption Center in Sayreville, New Jersey.
Layla was found as a stray and brought to the adoption center, where she's now ready to be adopted into a forever home.
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Sammy’s Hope told Fox News Digital that Layla is considered a "bundle of joy" and has youthful energy.
The roughly 63-pound dog is known for being very athletic, with an eagerness to run and play a game of fetch.
Layla is a one-year-old dog from New Jersey who is looking for her forever home. (Sammy's Hope)
Layla is looking for an active home where she can continue her lifestyle by going on hikes and playing in the backyard, the center said.
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The pup is bound to keep a new family on their toes.
Layla has an energetic personality and loves to play fetch with others. (Sammy's Hope)
Along with her energetic side, Layla is also known for being tender at times.
She loves spending time with humans and is always ready to show affection in the form of cuddles — for a belly rub in return.
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Layla believes that she is a small lapdog — the center said she will try to squeeze onto a lap or two from time to time.
Layla is also very affectionate — always looking for a lap where she can rest. (Sammy's Hope)
She has shown enthusiasm when playing with other dogs at the center — hopeful to join a home with another pet after a proper meet-and-greet.
Due to her great social skills, Layla would also be able to join in on doggie day care when needed.
Interested in adopting Layla?
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Visit sammyshope.org for more information on how to adopt Layla.
Want to read about other pets up for adoption? Check out this recent article from Fox News Digital: Salt Lake City-based Carrot, a ‘beauty,’ is looking for a calm new home
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