Life With Dogs: Dog Who Lost Her Parents To COVID-19 Needs A Loving Home

A little dog named Che-Che came to the Monmouth County SPCA in New Jersey during the COVID-19 pandemic. She had no idea how she ended up in such an unfamiliar place, and she clearly didn’t think she belonged there.

Recently, two of Che-Che’s family members passed away from the coronavirus. The little dog had no one left to take care of her, so she was brought straight to the SPCA. Now, the organization’s mission is to find the perfect home for her. She needs a place where she can feel safe and secure for the rest of her life.

Helping Che-Che Adjust

The staff at the SPCA can’t imagine what poor Che-Che has gone through. She’s probably worried about her parents, wondering when they’ll return. It’s heartbreaking to see the 9-year-old dog so upset, but luckily, the comfort from the shelter staff is helping her relax a bit more. It will take her some time to adjust, but she’s worth the extra time and patience.

“Little 9-lb Che-Che was scared and shaking when she arrived – we can’t imagine what it’s like for a dog like her to suddenly lose everything she’s ever known and end up in an unfamiliar place,” the SPCA wrote on Facebook. “Our staff knew Che-Che needed some comfort and even through our PPE, we could tell a loving touch was all it took to help her feel safe.”

Right away, they made sure Che-Che got all the proper medical care, including dental cleaning, spaying, and vaccinations. They also gave her a nice warm bath so that they could care for her without all the gloves and gowns in the way. The staff tried their best to make Che-Che feel as comfortable as possible.

Now, their current mission is to find the perfect home for Che-Che. They don’t want to rush to get her adopted because they want to ensure that she goes to the best family for her.

Are You Interested in Che-Che?

Che-Che needs to go to a home that doesn’t have any kids or other animals. Her new family will likely need to be extra patient with her to give her time to adjust. Of course, she really just needs a caring environment to feel safe and loved.

So far, the SPCA has received a lot of interest in Che-Che. They have a long list of potential adopters to look through, so hopefully, the sweet pup will find her forever home soon. If you live in New Jersey and you are interested in Che-Che, you can still apply. Just remember that the staff members are going to take their time and select the family that best fits Che-Che’s needs.

“Unfortunately, Che-Che is the first of many animals that we anticipate needing a safe haven in these uncertain times. We’re asking for your support NOW so that we can ensure every animal has a loving place to call home while they’re temporarily without one,” wrote the SPCA.

Even when Che-Che gets adopted, there are still plenty of other dogs out there that need a home. During the COVID-19 quarantine, the SPCA has noticed a decrease in donations. However, they currently need donations and support more than ever. So, please adopt, foster, and donate to shelters and rescues near you to help dogs like Che-Che.