South Dakota Dog Still Sits & Waits Over 270 Days For a New Home

Sioux Falls continues to grow, and so does the population of homeless animals in our community. Some pets have been waiting a few days inside shelters, waiting for their second chance. Others, like Quill, have been waiting for almost a year, hoping that finally someone will choose him.

Quill is a playful pup from the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society who has been longing for his new South Dakota best friend.

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Sioux Falls Area Humane Society (with permission)

Quill is officially the "longest-stay dog of 2025" at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. He has been at the shelter for 279 days. But the good news is this pup hasn't given up on finding his "fur-ever" home.

This young dog is only two-years-old. Staff at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society are still puzzled as to why he hasn't found his family yet.

Sioux Falls Area Humane Society (via Facebook)

Quill is a friendly dog who will get along with other four-legged friends and strangers. All Quill is looking for is a "love that lasts."

My foster home is wonderful, with pups to play with and people who care, but it's not forever. What I dream of most is someone who will choose me, someone who will love me as much as I'll love them. My heart is ready-I just need you.

Quill is just one of many animals waiting for a fresh start at the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. You can see more adoptable South Dakota pets here.

Here are some basic facts about Quill:

Personality: Playful, Energetic, Outgoing
Dog Friendliness: Likes Dogs
Housetrained: Yes
Training Knowledge: Basic Skills Known
Leash Manners: Harness Suggested
Strangers: Extroverted
Energy Level: Marathoner Energy

Sioux Falls Area Humane Society (via Facebook)

I know Quill will make his new family super happy! Let's not keep Quill waiting any longer. This sweet boy needs a fresh start in the Sioux Empire in 2026!

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You will need a zoo permit to harbor a raccoon dog. That's a real species. It's a small wild dog with a black facial mask and long fur, native to the forests of Asia.

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Be careful trying any of these things in the Mount Rushmore State.

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