I'm glad this story got a happy ending!
Chance, a 19-month-old retriever mix, officially has a home. He was hit by a bullet that narrowly missed his heart and was in critical condition when found on the side of Viejas Grade Road on Feb. 20.
Sean and Adria Cavanaugh and their children, 6-year-old Finn, and 3-year-old Molly, formally adopted the 40-pound dog at San Diego County Animal Control's North Shelter in Carlsbad.
They had met him March 17 and all four bonded instantly with Chance, Adria Cavanaugh said.
"We are just thrilled, we feel so lucky," she said. "We are touched that we are able to be the ones to take him home and be part of our family."
The Cavanaughs lost their rescued 12-year-old golden retriever, Buddy, just over a year ago and were one of five families who were being considered to provide a permanent home for Chance. They had been searching for a new dog for months, Adria said. After seeing photographs of Chance online, she said, "we all just sort of fell in love."
Sean Cavanaugh works at home and will be able to provide the extra attention Chance will need as he continues to heal.
Adria Cavanaugh grew up in Alpine and her parents still live there. She said that her mother told her, "He's from Alpine, you're from Alpine. It's meant to be."
Finn Cavanaugh agrees.
"I really, really like him and also I think he's the best dog ever," he said. "He likes to cuddle with me."
Lt. Dan DeSousa said Chance still has a ways to go to recover from the gunshot that damaged his lungs.
The dog's original owner, who called him Jersey, relinquished him to the county. The cost of the dog's care was $8,000 and was paid for through donations via the Animal Services' Spirit Fund.
The shooting is under investigation; no tips have been forthcoming, DeSousa said. Crime Stoppers and San Diego Animal Advocates are together offering up to $3,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Read more at UTSanDiego.com.
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