Abandoned Dog Found With This Heartbreaking Note Tied Around Her Collar
February 16, 2025
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A dog named “Rukey” was discovered abandoned in a Meijer parking lot in Kent County, Michigan, with a desperate handwritten plea for help attached to her collar. The Kent County Animal Shelter has taken in the dog and reports an outpouring of adoption interest from community members, according to its Facebook page.
Newsweek reached out the Kent County Animal Shelter via email on Saturday for comment.
What To Know
The note found on the dog’s collar read simply: “My name is Rukey. Please help me, take me home.” After discovery, she was immediately transported to the Kent County Animal Shelter.
The facility maintains several support programs for pet owners in crisis. These include emergency pet food assistance for families struggling to feed their animals, direct connections to social services for comprehensive family support, financial resources specifically designated for pet care expenses, and specialized support services for families facing housing instability or eviction.
The shelter emphasizes that these resources are available before pet owners reach the point of considering surrender.
Dog named Rukey rescued from Michigan Meijer parking lot. (Credit: Kent County Animal Shelter) Dog named Rukey rescued from Michigan Meijer parking lot. (Credit: Kent County Animal Shelter)
What People Are Saying
Kent County Animal Shelter Director Angela Hollinshead said on Facebook: “To the person who had to make the heartbreaking decision to let her go – please know that Rukey is safe and deeply loved by our staff. Her gentle personality has already won our hearts, and we will ensure she is cared for and finds a wonderful, loving family.”
The Kent County Animal Shelter said in a statement: “We never know the battles someone is silently facing. If you need help, please ask. Our goal is to keep pets and families together, and we will do everything we can to provide resources to support and preserve the human-animal bond.”
Multiple Facebook users have expressed interest in adopting Rukey, with many commenters showing empathy for both the dog and the former owner’s situation. One commenter noted, “This could happen to anyone. We need to support each other during tough times.”
What Happens Next
The shelter will continue caring for Rukey while evaluating potential adopters to ensure the best possible match.
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