After 841 days in a town shelter, 8-year-old Auggie is still waiting for a home of his own. He’s a sweet explorer at heart who’s spent too long without even a window to look out of. Auggie needs an adult-only home, no cats, and any dog friends would be at the trainer’s discretion. Please give this senior boy the chance to finally see the world beyond his kennel ✨ Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter – Wantagh, Long Island, New York 📧 adoption@hempsteadny.gov 📞 (516) 785-5220 Shelter Bio: Auggie first came to the shelter in June 2022, underweight, under-socialized, and deeply unsure of the world around him. Our hearts broke for him. He was scared, overwhelmed, and clearly hadn’t had the chance to know what it means to feel safe. So we gave him time.. quiet walks, soft voices, and gentle introductions at his own pace. Slowly, Auggie began to trust, showing glimpses of the sweet, sensitive dog we knew he could be. He was adopted not long after, and for a time, we hoped his story had found its happy ending. But in June 2023, Auggie was returned. And while he came back with more confidence than before, he also came back a little more guarded, as if unsure whether he could trust again. And really, can you blame him? These days, Auggie is walking well on leash and starting to let his personality shine through. He’s not the same shut-down pup we first met but he still needs a patient, understanding home where he can continue to build confidence at his own pace. Auggie’s ideal family will offer calm, structure, and consistency. He’ll thrive with someone who will guide him gently through new experiences and continue training to help him feel secure, especially around resource guarding. With routine and reassurance, we know Auggie can continue to grow into the wonderful companion we’ve seen glimpses of. #petsontiktok #tiktokviral #dogtok #trendingsound #trendingvideo - @the.invisible.8