Early last year, a husky named June lost the only family she had ever known.
After being surrendered to a crowded shelter for being “too much,” the once-happy dog found herself trembling in fear, curled up tightly in the corner of her kennel.
“She couldn’t understand where she was or why this was happening,” said Isabella Sance, founder of Stacy Hope Rescue.
No one was able to explain to June that her family had decided she was too much for them and given her up. So she was left confused and upset.
“She just looked around and tried to make herself smaller and smaller.”
To June, the loud, chaotic shelter was terrifying. Thankfully, a volunteer from Stacy Hope Rescue couldn’t bear to see her so distressed and stepped in to foster her.
The change was immediate.
The moment June walked into her foster home, her fear started to melt away. She had space to run, a cozy spot to rest, and — most importantly — people to reassure her that she was safe.
Even better, she quickly bonded with her foster’s resident dog, who showed June how to relax and play again.
“As soon as she met her foster’s dog, she turned into a completely new dog,” Sance said.
June’s story is heartbreakingly common. Huskies, with their boundless energy and strong personalities, are often surrendered when owners underestimate how much time and dedication the breed requires.
“Huskies are high-energy dogs who need exercise, engagement, and commitment,” Sance explained. “Sadly, many people don’t realize that before bringing them home — and that’s why so many end up in shelters.”
But for June, losing her first home was actually the first step toward the life she truly deserved. Not long after arriving at her foster’s house, June was adopted by a family who already had two other huskies.
Now, June spends her days racing and playing with her new pack, then curling up beside them when the fun is over. She’s surrounded by people who understand her breed and by dogs who match her energy — a perfect fit.
Most importantly, June finally feels safe, wanted, and loved.
“She will never be abandoned again,” Sance said.
If you’d like to help dogs like June, you can support Stacy Hope Rescue by making a donation.
