How a Fearful Hound Found Her Confidence in the Unlikeliest Way
Every adoption event has its mix of emotions — excitement, nerves, hope, and sometimes, a bit of frustration. But every so often, something happens that reminds us exactly why we keep showing up, weekend after weekend.
This past event was one of those days.
We brought a 9-month-old hound mix names Kitty — a shy, gentle soul who was absolutely terrified of city life. The noises, the crowds, the constant motion — it was all overwhelming for her. She hugged the ground, avoided eye contact, and trembled at every passing sound. You could see in her eyes that she wanted to be brave, but the world just felt too big.
At the event, the dog that happened to be next to us caught sight of her — a dog with similar markings, a familiar look, and the same cautious curiosity. When they got closer, tails started to wag. Sniffs turned into wiggles. Wiggles turned into play bows. And just like that, we realized what we were witnessing: a reunion.
These two weren’t just dogs meeting for the first time — they were siblings. It was Wickham! (he's featured below!)
In that moment, everything changed. The shy hound who had been hiding behind our legs came alive. Her tail lifted, her eyes brightened, and for the first time that day, she looked completely at ease. Her brother mirrored her joy — it was as if they were reminding each other that the world wasn’t so scary after all.
It was pure magic. ❤️
š The Reality Behind the Magic
Of course, not every part of the event was perfect. Like many adoption events, there were challenges — the noise, the long day, the endless stream of “just looking” passersby, and the emotional rollercoaster of watching amazing dogs go unnoticed.
It can be frustrating to see incredible animals overlooked, especially when you know how much love they have to give. There’s always a moment or two where you wish you could press pause and let people really see them — beyond the chaos, beyond the distractions.
But moments like this reunion remind us that even on the hardest days, the effort matters.
š Why We Keep Showing Up
Watching these two siblings find comfort in each other — seeing fear transform into joy — was a reminder of what rescue work is all about. It’s about connection. It’s about hope. And it’s about being there, even when the days are long, because somewhere in the crowd, magic might be waiting to happen.
So yes, it was a tiring day. Yes, there were frustrations. But at the end of it all, seeing those tails wag in sync made every second worth it.
š Hounds on the Highway — where every mile, every moment, and every reunion reminds us why we never stop showing up.
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| Name | Wickham |
|---|---|
| Adoption Fee | $350.00- Dog Adult |
| Age | 9 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days |
| Gender | Male |
| Size | Medium |
| Shots up to date | Yes |
| OK with kids | Not Sure |
| Housetrained | Yes |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Spayed / Neutered | Yes |
| OK with dogs | Yes |
| OK with cats | Not Sure |
If you have questions about Wickham please contact
NYC Second Chance Rescue
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