UPDATE: Sweetie Receives Clean Bill Of Health And Will Be Available For Adoption (Photo) - 03/01/26
As a follow-up to yesterday's media release regarding the rescue of “Sweetie,” the injured dog recovered from a water retention pond, the City of Happy Valley is pleased to share a positive update on her condition and next steps.
After being transported to VCA Emergency Veterinary Clinic for treatment, Sweetie was later evaluated by the compassionate team at VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Clackamas. We are happy to report that she received a clean bill of health. We extend our sincere appreciation to the veterinary professionals who provided such attentive and expert care.
Sweetie has continued to be surrounded by tremendous community support. She was treated to a spa day at EarthWise Pet in Happy Valley OR, where she was generously gifted a basket of food along with a brand-new pink collar and leash to take with her to her forever home. She also stopped by Valley Public House to say hello and enjoyed some relaxing time on the patio. We are grateful to these local businesses and community members for their kindness.
Sweetie is currently resting comfortably with the City’s Director of Public Safety before being transported to Clackamas County Dog Services for official check-in.
As previously reported, Sweetie does not have a license or microchip, and at this time no owner information has been identified. As a result, she will be placed for adoption through Clackamas County Dog Services and will soon be available to find her forever family.
Sweetie has been described as incredibly sweet, gentle, and loving. She will make a wonderful companion for a very lucky household.
Anyone interested in adopting Sweetie is encouraged to contact Clackamas County Dog Services at 503-655-8628 directly regarding her availability and the adoption process.
The City of Happy Valley remains proud of the coordinated rescue effort involving Community Service Officers, Happy Valley Police deputies, and Clackamas Fire personnel and equally proud of the continued community support shown to this resilient dog.
Additional updates will be shared as they become available.