A Dog Sits Waiting
by Kathy Flood
A dog sits waiting in the cold autumn sun,
Too faithful to leave, too frightened to run.
He's been here for days now with nothing to do
But sit by the road...waiting for you.
He can't understand why you left him that day.
He thought you and he were stopping to play.
He's sure you'll come back, and that's why he stays.
How long will he suffer...how many more days?
His legs have grown weak, his throat's parched and dry.
He's sick now with hunger and falls, with a sigh.
He lays down his head and closes his eyes.
I wish you could see how a waiting dog dies.
Thousands of animals die everyday because there is no place for them to go.
Sampson's Sanctuary provides a place, a safe haven, for some of them.
Our Featured Pet
Daniel
Meet Daniel, a young spaniel mix. Daniel could have a bit of Newfoundland in him but he is spaniel sized. He's very intelligent and playful. He would make a great agility dog or running companion. He is quite an athlete. He's so handsome you've got to love him! Here's your opportunity to give this handsome rascal the home he deserves. Approx. 3 years old. Adoption fee: $85.00
News
Our plea for emergency assistance has been answered. Through your very generous donations of food, money, and time, the animals are still safe and secure. We want to thank everyone who pitched in and wish you a most wonderful holiday season. Watch our website for updates including a THANK YOU page for our supporters and plans for an OPEN HOUSE next summer.
Who We Are
We are a non profit organization that provides a safe haven for all kinds of animals in need. Situated on 144 acres in beautiful north central Alabama.
Adopting a friend
Our adoption process includes an online application, which can be found here
APPLICATION
, a phone interview, and a home visit. We ask for an $85 tax deductible donation for each dog adopted and a $50 tax deductible donation for each cat adopted.
Please note that since we receive dozens of inquiries each day it may take us a few days to get back to you. Please be patient.
Please do not plan to stop by and look around.
WE ARE NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT.
With 100+ dogs in residence at the sanctuary, we use over 3,000 pounds of dog food per month.
A $10 donation will buy 50 pounds...
Sampsons Sanctuary Inc.
P.O. Box 1133
Blountsville, AL 35031
Email:
sampsons_sanctuary@mail.org
Website:www.sampsons-sanctuary.org
Click here for a list of pets at this shelter
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