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10-year-old guide dog ends up in shelter after series of heartbreaking tragedy

By Zoë Monk Content Writer

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A 10-year-old Labrador named Remus, once a dedicated guide dog, found himself at the Reutlingen animal shelter after a series of unfortunate events.

Despite his years of service, Remus is now almost deaf and blind, and his situation worsened when his guardian became too ill to care for him.

The animal shelter launched a heartfelt appeal on Facebook, sharing the Labrador's story with the community.

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Hope for Remus

The post quickly attracted attention, with many expressing sympathy for the loyal dog who had helped his human companion for years.

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Comments poured in, thanking Remus for his dedication and wishing him well.

Thankfully, the widespread support led to a happy outcome. After numerous inquiries, Remus found a new home where he can spend his senior years in comfort and get the care he needs.

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Happy retirement

The shelter expressed gratitude for the positive response, emphasising the importance of finding homes for animals like Remus, who have given so much.

Remus' story highlights the challenges older dogs face, especially those who have dedicated their lives to helping others. Now, he can enjoy the love and care he truly deserves in his new home.

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