Diego’s life has been a series of goodbyes. He was deeply loved, but when his family lost access to pet-friendly housing, they had no choice but to rehome him. They believed they had found his forever home; however, just three months later, Diego was returned.
With nowhere else to go, he spent over two months in a boarding facility. In November 2025, Diego entered our shelter, and the waiting continued.
The stress of prolonged confinement began to show. Diego started spinning, a sign of frustration and anxiety. Our team quickly adjusted his environment and began medication to support him while he waited. But being alone most of the day took another toll. In his attempts to cope, Diego began tearing apart toys and bedding.
Then came a frightening setback. Diego became critically ill and required emergency surgery for a bowel obstruction, including the removal of a foreign body and part of his intestine. After a long and, at times, uncertain recovery, Diego’s surgery was successful.
During his recovery in our veterinary clinic, Diego’s true personality began to shine through.
With space and routine, he relaxes, plays, and lounges without destroying his toys or bedding. Our Animal Health Team often found him lying beside them while they worked, content and at ease.
Diego absolutely adores his toy ball, and he’ll greet you with tip-tapping feet and the sweetest hello. This is the Diego we have come to know.
Diego is looking for a foster or adopter who can offer presence and stability, someone home most of the day who understands that enrichment, structure, and patience help dogs heal. Our team will support his transition every step of the way.
This is a call to help us find the calm home, steady routine, and person who will finally give Diego a life outside the shelter.
If you think you might be Diego’s person, please reach out to our Adoptions Team at 519-451-0630 ext. 232 or 238.
If you can’t adopt right now, please consider sharing his story. The right person may simply not have seen him yet.