After spending four long years confined to a kennel, Rose, a black dog, finally found someone who believed in her in 2013 when Glorianne Lagnese came into her life.
Rose initially belonged to some friends of Lagnese who had adopted her, knowing that black dogs often face challenges in finding homes.
However, Rose struggled to fit in with the other dogs in their household.
Lagnese stepped in, offering to temporarily care for Rose. To everyone’s surprise, Rose thrived in Lagnese’s home, getting along well with other pets.
Seeing the positive change, her friends suggested that Lagnese permanently adopt Rose.
Lagnese describes Rose as a delightful dog who is good with other animals and children.
However, Rose’s biggest hurdle was overcoming her fears, and while she has made slow yet steady progress through training, she remains cautious.
An unexpected incident occurred in 2014 when an intruder broke into Lagnese’s home, allowing all the dogs, including Rose, to escape.
In the ensuing chaos, Rose, frightened and cornered by neighbors trying to capture her, bit two people.
Although no one was seriously hurt, the neighbors alerted the police and animal control.
Consequently, Lagnese was informed that Rose had to be quarantined at a shelter for 10 days.
Lagnese complied, trusting that Rose would be returned soon.
However, at the end of this period, she received shocking news: Rose was deemed too dangerous and was scheduled to be euthanized.
Outraged and bewildered, Lagnese sought help from Thom Page of the Lexus Project, an organization advocating for dogs like Rose facing death sentences.
The legal battle took them to federal court, with Lagnese adamantly defending Rose, whom she saw as a misunderstood but innocent dog.
Sadly, during this time, Rose endured a harsh environment at the shelter with no comforts or affection, spending over four years in such conditions.
Eventually, Lagnese brokered a deal leading to Rose’s release. Unfortunately, this agreement required Lagnese to give up her ownership of Rose.
Her friends at Furry Friends Foster and Rescue stepped in, providing Rose with a caring home and engaging Allen Szykula, a skilled dog trainer, to aid in Rose’s rehabilitation.
Now seven years old, Rose is adapting remarkably well to life beyond the shelter. From the very start, she has been friendly with her trainer and the staff at the rescue.
Although she still has months of therapy and training ahead, Rose is ready to seek a new, permanent home.
Lagnese is committed to ensuring Rose finds a loving family where she can enjoy the rest of her days happily.
The caregivers at Zoorprendente are thrilled to see her making such positive strides.
