Dog adopted after spending 842 days at Ohio animal shelter

ASHTABULA, Ohio — A dog who spent 842 days at an Ohio animal shelter was finally adopted on Saturday.

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Mia, a three-year old pit bull mix, spent most of her life at the Ashtabula County Animal Protective League.

“(Mia) was so happy to head home with her new mom,” the animal shelter said on social media. “It takes a very special family to give long term dogs a home! We thank you for taking a chance with our Mia.”

This beautiful girl spent 842 days in our shelter but today is Mia's day!! She was so happy to head home with her new...

Posted by Ashtabula County Animal Protective League on Saturday, November 28, 2020

The shelter said Mia has a “silly personality” and loves to go on walks.

Are you fun, outgoing and looking for some fur to add to your home? We have just the girl to spice up your life!! Mia is...

Posted by Ashtabula County Animal Protective League on Friday, November 20, 2020

“(She) does pretty well on a leash after she runs off the initial excitement of going out,” the shelter said.

Mia is not the only pet that spent an extended amount of time at the shelter to be adopted this weekend.

Puffy, a 4-year-old domestic shorthair cat who had been at the shelter for a long time, was also adopted.

WOW - what a terrific day at the ACAPL! TWO long term pets found their furever home!!! 3 yr old Pit Bull Terrier, MIA,...

Posted by Ashtabula County Animal Protective League on Saturday, November 28, 2020


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