After two years

Shepherd dog was freed from his cramped kennel

The male dog was locked up in this kennel. Animal rights activists freed him.

(Bild: zVg)

It's heartbreaking: the owner was too ill to go for a walk, his wife was afraid of "Jabo". Animal rights activists complain: "The official vet's requirements were not checked!"

"We found out about the dog two weeks ago and immediately set off to check the situation," says Christina Adlassnig from the Garten Eden animal shelter in Klagenfurt. The six-year-old four-legged friend had been living in a cramped kennel for two years. His master had become ill and could no longer take the large dog for walks. His wife was also too weak and was afraid of the dog.

Kennel was too small
"The responsible official veterinarian came to inspect the dog for the last time in February and ordered the kennel to be enlarged, which was not done," criticizes Adlassnig. There was also no possibility of letting the dog run in the garden. "The woman was visibly relieved when we offered to take over the animal," says Adlassnig. Male shepherd "Jabo" was released from the kennel without any problems and then followed the dog groomer into the car.

"Jabo" has already settled in well
Once at the animal shelter, the four-legged friend was able to explore the spacious area and enjoy his new freedom. "We've already taken him on outings and been to the Sattnitz, where he jumped into the water and swam," says Christina, who is delighted with the other animal keepers at the shelter where "Jabo" is enjoying his new life.