04/11/2025
PANDA HAS BEEN FOUND!
We are absolutely over the moon to share the news that Panda has been found and is safely back at the Somerset Humane Society!
For those who donāt know Pandaās story ā he arrived at our shelter on September 30th, 2024, a gentle and reserved soul who needed time to trust. On Monday, February 10th, Panda took a big step and left for his new foster home on Ella Gerald Road in Canaan. But just 15 minutes after arriving, he slipped his collar⦠and ran.
What followed was an emotional and tireless two-month search filled with heartbreak, hope, and community support like no other.
To our staff who searched tirelessly, to the compassionate residents of Canaan who shared sightings, to those who drove around day after day, to the Canaan Animal Control Officer who helped set traps, and most of all to Melissa, who gave us hope when we needed it most. A week ago, she shared that Panda had been taking refuge in her shed. She set up motion cameras and, finally, today, she caught Panda and Megan rushed to retrieve him!
We are crying happy tears right alongside Megan, one of our dedicated canine techs, who you can see in the photo with Panda. The moment Panda spotted her, he let out the sweetest cry. It was clear just how much she meant to him, and how deeply that bond has remained.
Next steps are to get him looked over, give him all the love, and get him in to see a veterinarian for assessment soon! š
To everyone who never gave up, thank you. Your support and love for Panda made all the difference.
Welcome back, sweet boy.