Euclid Animal Shelter staff and volunteers gathered for a “clap” before its longest-serving resident departed to start a new life.
EUCLID, Ohio — You've probably heard the expression, “Every dog has its day.” Monday was Chester Day at Euclid Animal Shelter.
After spending 587 days waiting to be adopted, Chester said a warm farewell to staff and volunteers, courtesy of Lake Erie Limousine, and then “walked out of the building” to his waiting limousine. .
A stretcher car took Chester and shelter director Kylie Brickman to their new home in North Royalton.
Chester's story dates back to August 10, 2022, when he and three other dogs were discovered inside an abandoned house.
While the other dogs were allowed to roam free in the house, Chester was chained in such a way that he could not lie down or have access to food or water. Of the four dogs, he was the most medically vulnerable, and in fact, Brickman believes he would not have lived that long. He also tested positive for heartworms, but recovery will be difficult and take time.
Shelter staff and volunteers spent months nursing him back to physical and mental health.
ReadyPet GO! Chester was featured as part of our story in the Stand Up For Pits Hope campaign. Stand Up For Pits is his 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of Pitbull “type” dogs and ending abuse and discrimination.
The Hope Campaign brought together photographers from all over the country, including Greg Murray here in Northeast Ohio, with the goal of taking photos of dogs who remain in shelters and need homes. The goal was to heavily promote social media to raise awareness about these adoptable dogs in need of homes. Chester was one of the dogs featured.
Ready Pet GO will feature all about Chester! Wednesday, March 27th, 3News at 4.
Today we spent time with Chester's new mom. In addition to lots of toys, stuffed animals, and a really nice dog bed, Chester has a very special dinner for his first night – homemade meatballs!
