Sydney
This is the face of someone realizing that fortunes have, at long last, finally changed.
This morning Sydney wore a worried look (see below) as we cut off numerous matted ropes of hair, some longer even than his tail. Nine years of age and he had never been brushed, never let indoors, and most likely, never loved.
But as the minutes went by, he became less shocked and surprised that we were paying attention to him. He started kissing the person talking sweetly to him. And he stepped closer to the man trimming his coat, understanding he was getting help.
Then suddenly his eyes and smile were filled with hope and we took his picture.
Sydney is an Australian Shepherd who must finally know what a loving home feels like. He is neutered and debuting for adoption at Nevada SPCA. We rescued him from another shelter. He is good with other dogs, provided that all meals and treats are fed separately.