Nobody wants to rehome adorable dogs trapped in dungeon for 2 years | UK | News
They spent the first two years of their lives trapped in a dark dungeon, and after they were rescued, their heartbreak didn’t end there.
For the past three years, German shepherds Jimmy and Hector have been sitting in their kennel waiting for someone to give them a chance, but they have been repeatedly rejected by the more than 22,000 people who have seen adoption applications.
Now the six-year-old siblings are still looking for the forever home they never had. Jimmy and Hector were rescued by Miracle’s Mission after being locked in a small room with “four walls, no view, no air and no life.”
The couple were never allowed outside and spent the first two years of their lives hiding in near-darkness until rescuers intervened.
They have since grown into affectionate, playful dogs, but despite all their progress, they were left without a family.
Rescue worker Emma said: “Their backstory is particularly sad because they were kept in a dungeon for the first two years of their lives.
“We rescued them from there and they blossomed so much, but two adoptions fell through and now they really need to start their new life.”
Described as “loving, friendly boys”, Jimmy and Hector weigh a combined 80kg, but despite everything they’ve been through, they still have the spirit and energy of puppies.
Unfortunately, because they are such large dogs and hope to be reunited, finding them a family has been incredibly difficult.
Their adoption appeal says: “It’s time for their lives to change. It’s time for them to see the world. They can’t keep living this way.”
“Despite their isolation, they are incredibly loving, people-adoring dogs. They have been tested with children, other dogs and cats, with excellent results.
“Hector and Jimmy are so bonded because they’ve only had each other for so long. It would be great if they could be adopted together by a loving family so we don’t have to separate them and break their hearts.”
Both dogs have been neutered, vaccinated against rabies and are ready to travel from Egypt to the UK as soon as they find homes.
Emma added: “They get along excellently with people and other dogs and have previously been tested on cats and children too.
“Boarding funds are running low so we are desperately appealing for a forever home. If this is not possible any donations towards kennel costs would be greatly appreciated.
“Hector recently suffered from heatstroke, so his medical bills have been extraordinarily high. Fortunately, he has made a full recovery, but they cannot spend another summer in Egypt.
“If Jimmy and Hector had a home to go to, this money could be used to help sick and injured animals.”
For information on adopting Jimmy and Hector or to support Miracle’s Mission’s rescue efforts, visit: charity’s website.
