Puppy Given Second Chance Needs Loving Home

Quick Smiles:

• Asher was saved from euthanasia by a last-minute adoption.
• Volunteers are helping him recover and show his sweet, playful side.
• Shelter seeks a foster or adopter who understands puppy energy.

At Tulsa Animal Services, Asher, a 5-month-old puppy, won hearts when he was adopted just one hour before his scheduled euthanasia. But heartbreak followed when he was returned a month later for being “too active”—a description volunteers gently disagree with.

“Asher has got a really big heart and a lot of love to give,” she said. “He’s playful but affectionate.”

“He was placed on the euthanasia list and was actually adopted just one hour before his deadline,” she said.

“The truth is Asher is just a typical happy, energetic puppy,” she said. “He knows basic commands, loves his toys, goes wild for zoomies, and will melt into your lap for snuggles when he’s done playing.”

“The first couple days that he was back in the shelter, he was very clearly depressed and not active at all,” Crabtree said. “He was stressed and scared. He’s been back for about a week now and is starting to get back to his normal self, thanks to volunteers taking him out and playing with him, but it definitely affected him pretty heavily.”

“Ash is affectionate and smart. He just needs a home that understands the normal energy of a young dog,” she added.

Crabtree shared a TikTok video on @crabbykakes95 showing Asher’s confusion and sadness upon return, and volunteers playing with him as he begins to bounce back.

If you can give Asher a patient, loving home or foster, Tulsa Animal Services would welcome the chance to introduce you. Contact the shelter to learn more and help this brave little pup find his forever family.

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