Harley was recently adopted, and for a brief moment, we thought her next chapter had begun. Very sadly, she had to be returned.
Her adopters welcomed her into a home with a flight of stairs leading to the backyard and another flight up to the bedroom where Harley slept at night. Harley gave it her very best effort — her heart was fully in it — but her hips and current weight worked against her. After a couple of days of navigating the stairs, she developed a limp. Her adopters knew that as much as they cared for her, their home layout simply wasn’t the right fit, and they made the difficult and thoughtful decision to bring her back so she wouldn’t risk further discomfort.
They shared that Harley was “literally the perfect dog,” echoing everything her foster family had already told us: Harley is an outstanding house guest. She is potty trained, respectful in the home, doesn’t chew or get into things, and settles easily into daily routines.
🐾 More About Harley:
8-year-old female Golden Retriever
Good with other dogs and may enjoy a canine companion
Has lived with cats in the past, but finds them a bit too interesting and may try to chase them
Has not lived regularly with children, but may do well with thoughtful introductions
Strong, solid girl who is learning leash manners (it’s never too late to learn!)
Harley is continuing her weight-loss journey and doing well, but she still needs to lose approximately 20–25 pounds to support her comfort and long-term mobility. Even so, don’t let her age fool you — Harley enjoys perimeter checks, a few joyful laps in a fenced yard, and bounding through the snow before heading inside to relax.
🦷 Health Update: Harley came to us with significant dental plaque buildup. Through routine use of dental chews, we’re happy to report that Harley’s teeth and plaque buildup have already shown significant improvement.
✨ Good News: Thanks to a generous sponsor, Harley’s adoption fee is already covered.
What Harley needs now is a home with minimal stairs, a safe place to continue building strength, and people who will support her ongoing progress. She has many good years ahead and is ready for a home that fits her needs as well as her heart.
🐶 Apply to adopt Harley: 👉 www.hsbcpets.com/adopt If you are interested in learning more or would like to set up a meet-and-greet please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.hsbcpets.com/adopt
Harley was recently adopted, and for a brief moment, we thought her next chapter had begun. Very sadly, she had to be returned.
Her adopters welcomed her into a home with a flight of stairs leading to the backyard and another flight up to the bedroom where Harley slept at night. Harley gave it her very best effort — her heart was fully in it — but her hips and current weight worked against her. After a couple of days of navigating the stairs, she developed a limp. Her adopters knew that as much as they cared for her, their home layout simply wasn’t the right fit, and they made the difficult and thoughtful decision to bring her back so she wouldn’t risk further discomfort.
They shared that Harley was “literally the perfect dog,” echoing everything her foster family had already told us: Harley is an outstanding house guest. She is potty trained, respectful in the home, doesn’t chew or get into things, and settles easily into daily routines.
🐾 More About Harley:
8-year-old female Golden Retriever
Good with other dogs and may enjoy a canine companion
Has lived with cats in the past, but finds them a bit too interesting and may try to chase them
Has not lived regularly with children, but may do well with thoughtful introductions
Strong, solid girl who is learning leash manners (it’s never too late to learn!)
Harley is continuing her weight-loss journey and doing well, but she still needs to lose approximately 20–25 pounds to support her comfort and long-term mobility. Even so, don’t let her age fool you — Harley enjoys perimeter checks, a few joyful laps in a fenced yard, and bounding through the snow before heading inside to relax.
🦷 Health Update: Harley came to us with significant dental plaque buildup. Through routine use of dental chews, we’re happy to report that Harley’s teeth and plaque buildup have already shown significant improvement.
✨ Good News: Thanks to a generous sponsor, Harley’s adoption fee is already covered.
What Harley needs now is a home with minimal stairs, a safe place to continue building strength, and people who will support her ongoing progress. She has many good years ahead and is ready for a home that fits her needs as well as her heart.
🐶 Apply to adopt Harley: 👉 www.hsbcpets.com/adopt If you are interested in learning more or would like to set up a meet-and-greet please fill out an adoption application on our website: www.hsbcpets.com/adopt
We are by appointment only, please fill out an adoption application on our website. If you have any questions send us an email or call.
We are by appointment only, please fill out an adoption application on our website. If you have any questions send us an email or call.
More about this shelter
The Humane Society of Barron County is a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter serving Barron County and surrounding areas.
Established in 1978 by a small but dedicated group of core volunteers, the HSBC started out with these volunteers taking animals into their own homes and advertising the need for forever homes for these animals. Over the years, since this humble beginning the HSBC has grown into the organization that it is today. From the homes of volunteers, relying on fundraising and the generous donations of our community, we have grown into and remain in our home on Guy Avenue in Barron.
HSBC is operated by a small staff and relies heavily on volunteers, as well as funds from donations, adoptions, memberships and fundraisers to keep our doors open for the animals needing our assistance.
We sincerely thank you for making this possible.
The Humane Society of Barron County is a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter serving Barron County and surrounding areas.
Established in 1978 by a small but dedicated group of core volunteers, the HSBC started out with these volunteers taking animals into their own homes and advertising the need for forever homes for these animals. Over the years, since this humble beginning the HSBC has grown into the organization that it is today. From the homes of volunteers, relying on fundraising and the generous donations of our community, we have grown into and remain in our home on Guy Avenue in Barron.
HSBC is operated by a small staff and relies heavily on volunteers, as well as funds from donations, adoptions, memberships and fundraisers to keep our doors open for the animals needing our assistance.
We sincerely thank you for making this possible.
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