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Sweet dog named Sugar has been at shelter for half her life. She still needs a home

Sugar is a lab-mix who has lived at Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society in Utica, New York, since 2022.
Sugar is a lab-mix who has lived at Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society in Utica, New York, since 2022. Photo screen grab from Anita's Stevens Swan Humane Society's Facebook page

A longtime resident of one New York shelter is hoping that her luck will shift and she finally gets the loving home she deserves.

Meet Sugar, a lab-mix who has lived at Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society since April 2022 when she was 1½ after her person “abandoned” her.

“It’s no fault of her own because Sugar is just as sweet as her name. She’s a lovable, energetic, and playful girl,” the Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society said in a May 30 Facebook post.

“Being stuck at the shelter in a kennel is awful for any dog, but Sugar spends most of her time waiting for her daily outside time. In the summer, she is truly herself when she gets to take full advantage of the yard, running and playing with Lori. She is very toy and treat-motivated, and we are endlessly entertained by her zoomies in the yard.”

The post went on to say that Sugar doesn’t get too much interest, even though she’s a loving girl who is “all about giving hugs” and “kisses.”

The comments started rolling in, with most people sending their love to the adorable pup.

“Oh please someone adopt her. She has been one of my favorites and how I wish I was healthy enough to get her. She’s beautiful. Come on good people let’s give this gorgeous girl a chance,” one person said.

“Sending prayers for you Sugar that your forever person will come,” another noted.

“What a beautiful girl! Can’t imagine she’s been there so long!” someone commented.

For more information on Sugar and other adoptable pets, please look here.

The shelter is in Utica, New York, which is about a 140-drive east from Rochester.

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This story was originally published May 30, 2024 at 12:56 PM with the headline "Sweet dog named Sugar has been at shelter for half her life. She still needs a home."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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