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A dog that went viral this week after its owner left it tied to a fire hydrant in Wisconsin has found a new, temporary home in the Wisconsin Humanitarian Society, the shelter said.
Baby Girl was received by the shelter in Green Bay and is “doing great” after she was found with a backpack full of toys and a note left by her owner explaining their actions, the shelter said in a statement.
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“You may have seen this recent photo of a dog tied to a fire hydrant in Green Bay, and we understand that it elicits a strong emotional response,” said the Humane Society, describing the owner as caring and loving but unable to care for the dog. . “It was a note and for us it was really an act of despair.
A dog went viral this week after its owner left it tied to a fire hydrant in Wisconsin. (Photo by Edward Wong / South China Morning Post via Getty Images)
After people were initially critical of the owner for abandoning the dog, the Humane Society says public perception has changed more compassionately.
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“After seeing people attacking and denigrating the owner for several days – our post was well received by the community today and we now see humanity in this situation,” said Angela Speed, communications director, as reported by FOX 6 in Milwaukee.
“The owner was doing the best he could with the resources he had,” Speed added. “The baby was tied tightly to this fire hydrant so that it would not be hit by a car. It was full of supplies and a backpack – toys, treats and all her favorite things.
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In a letter to the former owner, the Humane Society said it was “obvious” how much the owner loved the dog and saw that “you did what you thought was best for your beloved puppy.”
Baby Girl has settled well in her new home and will be available for adoption in the coming days, the shelter said.
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