For shelter dogs, every day is a hopeful wait for a forever home. But for some, like Rocky, a 3-year-old pit bull, the wait has become a seemingly endless cycle of disappointment.
Rocky’s journey began in October 2022, when his family was evicted from their home and could no longer care for him. He was taken in by Lollypop Farm, Humane Society of Greater Rochester, where he has been waiting for a new home ever since. Despite two adoptions and several trial periods, Rocky has always ended up back at the shelter.
The shelter staff describe Rocky as a great dog, but one who requires a specific type of home. He would thrive as the only dog in an adults-only household, but finding that perfect match has proven to be a challenge. As the days turn into weeks, and the weeks into months, Rocky’s hope is beginning to fade.
A heartbreaking photo posted by the shelter shows Rocky sitting alone in his kennel, his head hung low in despair. It’s a poignant reminder of the emotional toll that repeated rejection can take on a dog’s spirit. Despite everything, the shelter staff remains hopeful that Rocky will find his forever home, and they continue to advocate for this deserving dog.
