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Pet of the Week: Meet Foxy, the soon to be 11-year-old family dog
By Ellie Bednarz, Kobe Arriaga at KGNS — Top News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Foxy, will be turning 11 in just a short few days and is looking for a new home to celebrate in.Foxy is a very calm and loving dog that is ready for plenty of pets and cuddles. She might be shy at first, but she will warm up quickly. Foxy loves to explore and is a family dog...
Key takeaway (KGNS) - Foxy, will be turning 11 in just a short few days and is looking for a new home to celebrate in.
Why this matters in Laredo News
Foxy's upcoming birthday and search for a new home puts a face to the ongoing issue of pet overpopulation in Laredo . With the Laredo Animal Protective Society shelter nearing full capacity, the need for adopters is pressing. The fact that Foxy has been at the shelter for two years despite being a calm and loving dog suggests that many pets in the area are waiting for a long time to find a permanent home. As the shelter is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday, residents have a convenient opportunity to visit and consider adopting a pet like Foxy. By adopting from LAPS, locals can not only give a loving home to a deserving animal but also help make space for other pets in need. With Foxy's birthday approaching, her story may inspire some to take action and provide a forever home for her or another pet at the shelter.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Top News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Foxy, will be turning 11 in just a short few days and is looking for a new home to celebrate in.Foxy is a very calm and loving dog that is ready for plenty of pets and cuddles. She might be shy at first, but she will warm up quickly. Foxy loves to explore and is a family dog...
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