Shelter Dog Left Tied to a Tree, Looks at Visitors Like They’re His Last Hope Before It’s Too Late

Murphy has already spent 103 days waiting for someone to choose him. After being found tied to a tree and brought to a Florida shelter, the 4-year-old dog is now at the center of an emotional social media appeal. A video showing him quietly watching visitors from his kennel has left many viewers hoping someone steps forward before it’s too late.

Shelter dog, once found tied to a tree, looks at visitors from his kennel as if they could save him

The video, shared by Instagram account @thepawproject__, opens with Murphy sitting quietly inside his kennel. He appears withdrawn as he watches people pass by. A message displayed on the screen explains the gravity of his situation. “POV: you were found tied to a tree and now you’re scheduled to lose your life tomorrow 8/6,” it reads.

According to the video, Murphy has already spent 103 days at the shelter waiting for someone to adopt him. Another caption reads, “please don’t let my last day be spent on the loud and cold kennel floor.” The clip ends with a direct appeal to viewers: “can you adopt me and be my hero?”

The accompanying caption shares more about Murphy’s background. The 4-year-old, 70-pound dog, identified as A2475411, was brought to the shelter after he was found tied to a tree. Despite his difficult start, the post describes him as a sweetheart who knows the command “sit” and is already housebroken.

Advocates say Murphy’s extended stay has begun to affect him emotionally. While he was once gentle and happy, the stress of spending months in a noisy shelter has taken a visible toll. They believe he needs a patient adopter who can give him the opportunity to decompress, settle into a home, and rediscover the personality that has been overshadowed by the shelter environment.

The post stresses that Murphy must leave the shelter by Thursday, August 6, and asks anyone who can adopt or rescue him to act as soon as possible. It also encourages people who cannot take him in themselves to share his story with others. “Even if you can’t help directly, please share his post. One share could save his life,” the caption reads.