Dogs deserted throughout freeze on the lookout for a without end home

HOUSTON – When Amanda Mares heard barking and crying within the wooded lot subsequent door to her household’s business, she knew she needed to see what was taking place, regardless of the temperature hovering round 30 levels.

It was Jan. 15, the morning of a harsh freeze within the Houston space. Mares says she was shocked to see two feminine dogs tied to a tree with out meals, water, or shelter.

She and a number of other different involved residents went to the proprietor and begged him to take the pups in from the chilly that evening. Mares then contacted the SPCA, however after they got here out to research, they solely issued a warning.

Three days later, the proprietor informed Mares he was going to take away the 2 dogs from his property and go dump them.

Mares couldn’t let that occur and took the 2 ladies into her small townhouse in northwest Houston the subsequent day.

“I couldn’t leave them. I just couldn’t,” she informed KPRC 2′s Faith Braverman.

Her neighbors rallied to assist her, offering her with kennels, meals, and extra pet provides.

But what the 2 ladies really want is a yard, which is one thing Mares doesn’t at present have.

“We take them to the park as often as we can. They love to run and play. I pay a walker $25 a day to take them out 3 or 4 times a day. But they need a yard. They’re bigger dogs. They cry when they have to go in their kennels,” she stated.

Despite their previous neglect, the 2 dogs have thrived whereas in Mares’ care.

“I named them Hazel and Louise. They are sisters. I have had both girls fully vaccinated, they have tested negative for heartworms, and they have been spayed. They are ready for their forever families. I keep hoping for an organization to take them into their program, but I haven’t had any luck so far.”

After consulting with a veterinarian, Mares believes the ladies are about 10 months old, and are a mixture of pit bull, boxer, and husky.

“They really are sweet dogs, but they are mischievous. They’re doing puppy things because they are puppies. They’d probably do best in a home without small children since they are over 50 pounds,” she defined.

Mares would love for the ladies to be adopted collectively however understands that might not be a actuality.

“I just know if somebody got to know them, they would love them. I love them too, I just don’t have a place for them,” she stated, breaking down in tears.

You can discover extra details about Hazel and Louise on Mares’ Facebook pageor you may electronic mail her at [email protected]

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