06/11/2026
🐾 URGENT: Meet Harriett 🐾
Hi there. My name is Harriett, and I'm desperately hoping someone will see my story and give me the chance I've been waiting for.
I'm a sweet, gentle Pit Bull/Boxer mix with a mostly white coat and beautiful brown brindle patches. Life has been incredibly hard on me, but I have never stopped wanting to love and be loved.
On March 15, 2026, I was found near North Avalon and Dover Road after being struck by a vehicle. I was in terrible pain. One of my legs was shattered in several places, and I couldn't help myself. The staff at the West Memphis Animal Shelter rushed to save me, providing emergency care, X-rays, and everything I needed to survive.
On March 23, 2026, my veterinarian made the difficult decision to amputate my leg. I also underwent spay surgery at the same time. While other dogs were finding homes and moving on with their lives, I spent weeks recovering and learning how to walk again on just three legs.
Finally, by late April, I was strong enough to return to the shelter. I thought the worst was behind me.
But then I became sick with Parvovirus.
I fought for my life all over again. There were days when no one knew if I would make it. I was weak, scared, and so very sick. Somehow, with intensive veterinary care and a lot of determination, I survived. Many dogs don't. I did.
Since then, I've been waiting.
And waiting.
And waiting.
Day after day, I watch other dogs leave while I remain behind. The shelter staff loves me, but a shelter is not a home. The constant barking never stops. The kennels are loud and stressful. Every night I go to sleep hoping tomorrow will be the day someone chooses me.
Being a three-legged dog means I need a family that understands I may have some limitations. Stairs can be challenging, and long walks aren't really my thing. What I need most is a soft place to rest, a loving hand to pet me, and someone who sees me for more than my missing leg.
I am friendly with other dogs. I have so much love left to give. I just need someone willing to give me a chance.
🚨 Harriett is Making an Urgent Plea for Adoption or Rescue 🚨
After everything I have endured—a devastating accident, the loss of my leg, and surviving Parvo—I am struggling with the stress of shelter life. I need a rescue group, foster, or forever family to step forward and help me before the shelter environment breaks my spirit.
Please don't let my story end in a kennel.
Please don't let me spend another day wondering why no one wants me.
I've fought so hard to stay alive. Now I'm simply asking for a chance to live.
❤️ If you have room in your heart and home for a true survivor, please come meet me. I may only have three legs, but I have enough love for a lifetime.
Harriett
