Overcrowded shelters have become an increasing concern, with more and more dogs being left behind. For many, these are just numbers, but each dog has a story—a tale of longing and hope. One such story is that of Carlo, a shelter dog who spends his days peeking through a crack in his kennel, hoping that someone will notice him.
Heartbreaking Gaze
Carlo, a six-year-old dog, has become a long-term resident of the Longmont Humane Society in Colorado. Every day, he dreams of finding a forever home. The shelter workers and volunteers who care for him have noticed his yearning, which is captured in a touching TikTok video shared by @3coloradodogs. The video, titled “When you stare out the crack of your kennel every single day patiently waiting for someone to finally pick you,” shows Carlo’s daily ritual of peering through the crack with a gaze full of hope.
A Glimmer of Hope
Despite his sad reality, Carlo’s positive energy shines through. When shelter volunteer Shellby Hall approaches his kennel, Carlo gets excited, knowing it’s time for a walk. Hall, who has grown attached to Carlo, wishes he could find someone to look forward to every day, just like he does with her.
Encouraging Reactions
Since the video was posted on TikTok, Carlo’s story has touched hearts worldwide. Many viewers have expressed their support for the lovable dog, with comments like, “Someone please help this beautiful soul,” and “Your person is coming, Carlo. Hang in there.”
Hall believes Carlo would make a wonderful addition to any family, describing him as a loving and friendly dog who just wants to be loved in return.
Fingers Crossed for Carlo
As Carlo continues to wait patiently, those who care for him remain hopeful that he will soon find the forever home he deserves. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that Carlo’s wait will soon be over.
