06/19/2026
HAPPY TAILS: MEET GARY
Found living inside the wall and floor of a trailer home with his four siblings, Gary got a second chance when he came to NCAL and entered foster care while he waited to grow big enough for surgery.
The plan was for Gary to return to the shelter after recovery.
That plan lasted about five minutes.
Despite claims that the family already had enough animals (3 cats, 4 dogs, 30+ chickens, 3 goats, 2 fish tanks, and a gecko named Todd), Gary worked his magic and won everyone over.
Today, Gary is officially home for good. ❤️
We think the lesson here is simple: when the right animal comes along, there's always room for one more.
Congratulations to Gary and his family, and thank you to all of our incredible foster families who open their homes and hearts to animals in need.