Enzo has spent 7 months waiting for someone to choose him | Forgotten Friends

CANYON LAKE, Texas — Our “Forgotten Friends” series showcases a dog or cat each week that has spent a lengthy time at an area shelter, just waiting for someone to notice them and bring them home to love.

Enzo doesn’t understand why nobody has picked him.

The 1-year-old German Wirehaired Pointer mix has been waiting at Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Society since October 2025 after a heartbreaking series of events left him without a home.

According to rescuers, Enzo was originally rehomed before ending up with a teenage owner whose parents would not allow her to keep him. Eventually, he was let loose and abandoned. Since then, the happy-go-lucky pup has spent seven months hoping someone will give him the stable family he’s never had.

Despite his rough start, Enzo hasn’t let it dampen his spirit.

The 57-pound bundle of energy loves car rides, hiking, swimming, adventures and just about anything that sounds fun. Shelter staff describe him as a professional goofball who wants to be part of every activity and believes every stranger is a potential best friend.

Enzo recently spent two weeks in a foster home where he proved he’s more than just a handsome face. He’s potty trained, sleeps through the night without a crate and quickly discovered that cuddling in bed with his people is one of life’s greatest joys.

He’s also a social butterfly who loves other dogs and would thrive with an active canine companion. While he gets along great with dogs and adores people, he would do best in a home without cats.

And if treats are involved? Enzo will happily show off his “sit” command — usually followed by an excited little bounce while he waits for his reward.

Shelter staff say Enzo would be happiest with an active family willing to include him in everyday adventures, whether that’s a walk around the neighborhood or a weekend road trip.

After being bounced from home to home, Enzo deserves more than another temporary stop.

He deserves a forever family.

If you’d like to adopt Enzo, please contact the Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Society. To fill out an application, visit their website here.

For whoever adopts Enzo, Lucy’s Doggy Daycare & Spa will be lending a paw by offering them a free “Glow Up” Day at the Spa, which includes a massage therapy bath and Pawdicure. One of Lucy’s most cherished core values is to continue Lucy’s legacy of giving back to pups in need, as Lucy herself was a rescue!

Visit CLASS at 2170 Old Sattler Rd. in Canyon Lake Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. They are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Call them at (830) 899-2527.

The normal adoption fee for dogs is $150 and cats is $75, and that includes:

• Spay/neuter prior to adoption
• Age appropriate vaccines
• Microchip
• Flea/tick prevention
• Heartworm test and prevention

If you’re not ready to adopt but want to make a difference, visit their website by CLICKING HERE. The shelter says they can always use dog walkers, dog washers, folks to help with cat socialization, dishwashers, help with laundry, and giving the pets enrichment items.

You can also order from their Amazon wish list CLICK HERE.

Or even make a cash donation using their PayPal link CLICK HERE.

They always need help with food supplies, and could really use your support. The one item that is in short supply is dry dog food, specifically Purina One and Pedigree chicken flavor. The shelter is also always in need of animal-loving volunteers. Stop by and see how you can help out!

Maybe Enzo is not the kind of dog you are looking for, but you are ready to adopt. Visit their website to check out some of the other pets available.

Follow them on Facebook @CLASS.Canyonlake.2013 and on Instagram.

Remember when you adopt a shelter pet, you save two lives… the one you bring home with you and the one that now will be saved because the shelter has more room.

If you know of a Forgotten Friend that has been overlooked and is still looking for a “furr-ever” home, contact Andrea at acarden@kens5.com.