Every Wednesday we feature a different pet that needs a new forever home here in the Basin from Lonestar Sanctuary For Animals. Sometimes it's a dog, sometimes it's a cat. They haven't had any guinea pigs, hamsters, birds, or snakes---yet. But you never know!

Meet Nova!

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This absolutely beautiful girl wandered onto the Sanctuary's property and the staff was convinced that someone had to be missing their baby!  Nova was given their last available kennel and staff got to work posting her picture in hopes of finding her owner that day!  Sadly no one inquired about her or answered the posts.  Nova is a very smart 3-year-old Husky mix.  She is fantastic with people but selective with other dogs.  She is a dominant personality and would need a submissive canine companion or would be a great only dog.  Nova is an escape artist and makes quick work of learning how to open the gates and kennels at the Sanctuary!  Her preferred adopter would be familiar with the Husky breed and have a very secure fence.  She isn't a good first dog for someone.  We haven't introduced her to a child, but she has shown no signs that she can't go home with children.  Nova is not a dog to have in an apartment, she needs a yard to run in as well as additional daily exercise on walks or runs.   If you would like to meet Nova, please come during visiting hours of 1-4:30 pm every day except Thursdays.

Once home, remember the rule of three: three days to decompress, three weeks to get used to your routine and home, and three months to feel completely at home.

Lonestar Sanctuary For Animals is located at 4200 Fairgrounds Road in Midland. And if for some reason you're not looking for a pet right now--please click SHARE and post this to your social media so we can help this fur baby find a forever home. Or perhaps you're looking for a different new furry friend. There are so many fur babies who would love to meet you so stop by and pay them a visit! There are plenty of dogs and cats to choose from who would love to be your next family member.

The Lone Star Sanctuary For Animals can always use supplies as well so if you can, stop by and drop off a donation to help the staff care for the shelter animals till they can find their forever homes. Needed right now:

Cleaning supplies

Puppy Pee Pads

Blankets

Unopened / New Dog and Cat Food

Cat Litter

Items can be dropped off at the office at 4200 Fairgrounds Road in Midland during business hours. Thank You!

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