Deepizzaguy
A make German Shepherd dog named Higgins could be called the Iron Dog of the Humane Society of Preble County Ohio after his wait of 6.5 years of being adopted came to an end when thanks to social media, a young man named Brendon Reed read the story that Higgins was on the verge of being put down unless he was adopted soon.
Higgins had been at the Preble County Animal Shelter since 2012 since he was a puppy. Normally German Shepherds are in great demand to be adopted as young puppies since they are very loyal to their loved one who adopt them.
The strike that held Higgins being held back from being adopted by a loving family is that most families that have children want to adopt young puppies instead of adult dogs unless the owner is in need of a watchdog who has a few years of life in him or her like we did when my relatives and myself adopted our late mixed German Shepherd dog Thunder in 1988.
Brendon Reed who is in his early 20s was impressed with the unconditional love that Higgins showed him when Higgins was being shopped by the officials of the animal shelter in a a way to have Higgins find a new home with someone who would not mind having what I call a veteran dog to share his life with.
Higgins adoption story reminds of the saying of the late baseball star Yogi Berra which is “It ain’t over till it’s over.” Congratulations Higgins on being adopted by Brendon. May the relationship between the two of you prosper.
Lovely story of this special German Shepherd, I am glad Higgins got a home, he deserves one, they are lovely dogs.
German Shepherds are really wonderful breeds of dog next to Labrador Retrievers.
Higgins waited a long time to get the best for him.
Higgins is a lucky dog to be adopted when was as since he was pretty close to be put down due to old age.
I did not know that saying.
A story with a happy ending. I prefer to have such stories, especially if animals are involved.
My pleasure to share these kinds of stories that have happy endings.
congratulations to both of them
A great statement that I could have not said better myself.
felicibus brevis miserius hora longa
Whatever it means since this slogan is not familiar with me.
man waits long for happiness
Another heartwarming story, thank you!
This story reminds of the time my relatives and myself adopted a mixed German Shepherd named Thunder (1988-1998) who was an adult dog when he was adopted.
A nice story … German shepherds are the most beautiful dogs for me
German Shepherds are very nice and loyal pets.
I totally agree with you
Whether they are mixed breeds or German Shepherds I love them all.
He deserves to get into the most caring hands, wish him the best!!!
Higgins will have the time of his life with his new owner.
Nice story, thank you Deepizzaguy.
The German shepherd is my favorite breed of dogs.
German Shepherds, Beagles and Black Labrador Retrievers were the loves of my lifetime.
such a touching story – thanks!!!
My pleasure to share this wonderful story of Higgins.