Happy Tears! Sioux Falls Dog Finally Home After Waiting 155 Days

After watching other dogs get adopted and having others pass him by, a Sioux Falls dog finally has his second chance.

Dozer is the latest long-term pet to be adopted at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. It was finally his turn to live a life away from shelter walls.

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Sioux Falls Area Humane Society (via Facebook)

Dozer was waiting for his "fur-ever" home at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society for 155 days. It's still puzzling for staff why this sweet pup was overlooked for so long. But then again, waiting for the perfect family was worth all the heartbreak and tears for those who loved Dozer.

Sioux Falls Area Humane Society (via Facebook)

You can tell Dozer was a favorite among staff, volunteers, and friends of the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. When he got adopted, it was a big moment for everyone. Dozer looks so happy with his new family!

There's no question about it. Dozer is where he belongs. It was meant to be.

155 days of waiting, hoping, and watching people walk by while wondering if today would be his turn.

Then someone saw him.
There were many tears as staff, volunteers, and fosters said goodbye.
But they were the happiest tears.
He loved every single person he met here. Every hello, every walk, every moment of attention meant everything to him.

Loved. Chosen. Finally, where he belongs.

The Sioux Empire couldn't be happier for Dozer and his new family.

I am in tears! I am so beyond happy for Dozer! Live your best life buddy!

I am so happy for Dozer!! Thank you for adopting this sweetheart!

Congratulations Dozer! Enjoy your new family! Thanks so much for adopting this sweet boy!!

Go live your best life big man! I will miss your big ol hugs every morning! love you long time

Congratulations to Dozer, his family, and all at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society!

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