Abandoned Puppy 'Magnolia' Soon To Be Up For Adoption In Mission Viejo

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A puppy that gained internet interest after it was seen being dumped outside a South Orange County animal shelter will soon be available to be adopted. The puppy, named Magnolia, was first seen on surveillance video footage that showed a man driving up to the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center and dropping the puppy through the shelter's gate before speeding off. About an hour later, staff at a nearby animal urgent care facility discovered the puppy at their front entrance and brought it inside for evaluation.

Why it matters

The abandonment of pets is an ongoing issue that animal shelters and rescue organizations work to address. This incident highlights the need for responsible pet ownership and the importance of providing safe options for those who can no longer care for their animals.

The details

According to the footage, the man dropped the puppy through the shelter's gate before speeding off. About an hour later, staff at a nearby animal urgent care facility discovered the puppy at their front entrance and brought it inside for evaluation. Investigators believe the frightened puppy made its way from the shelter area to the veterinary facility on its own.

• The puppy was abandoned this past week.
• The puppy was discovered about an hour after being abandoned.

What’s next

The adoption application process for the puppy, named Magnolia, is now open. Although the exact date the puppy will be available for adoption is unknown, interested parties can visit the City of Mission Viejo's website to learn more.