05/09/2012
ANIMAL ID:A0756439
Emma’s Story Through Our Eyes. She can’t talk but we can.
"I volunteered at an event to help shelter dogs called 4 days, 9 dogs. I met a few of the dogs at the event who were up for adoption but one stuck out. Her name is Emma. Every time I went from the kitchen to the event space with a tray full of food or glasses, I would pass by her. I am partial to black labs, though she is mixed with a bit of Sharpei in her as well. This combination is not only gorgeous but also makes for quite an intelligent mix. She would stare at me when I walked by, so I would stop each time to pet her."
"She was so warm and affectionate, and I received a lot of kisses from her that night. I wanted to adopt her, but I already have two rescues at home, and our building has a 2-dog limit. What broke my heart even more was the fact that she is 6 years old and was abandoned by her previous family. I really can't understand why anyone would do such a thing to such a beautiful loving animal. I could tell right away by her gentle demeanor that she would make a great pet and loyal friend. My heart still goes out to Emma, although it has been several months since the event. I think about her every day and hope and pray that the shelter will keep her alive long enough for us to find her the home she deserves
-Karen, Volunteer, Hollywood Least Wanted, Inc."
"I met Emma in March 2012 when I was helping my collaborator in an art event, 4 Days, 9 Dogs photograph Emma. She was a calm soul - kind, loving and intelligent. I was then responsible for turning her photograph into ‘art’ – and I spent hours and hours looking at her. It was an intimate process."
"Our event passed; and we raised money which we donated to the City’s animal shelter. 8 of the 9 dogs found homes days – or weeks later. None were euthanized."
"One dog remains. Emma. It’s been several months since our event, and she’s still in the shelter; calm and loving as always. It could be because she is black, female, and old; characteristically this combination works against her-- statistically speaking. However, she is still alive and waiting for her home. I feel it is my responsibility to speak on her."
-Rachel, Founder, Hollywood Least Wanted, Inc.
http://www.hollywoodleastwanted.org/2012/04/emma-ida0756439/
