‘Puppy Magic’ helps local shelter dogs find homes

A puppy adoption program between Springtown Elementary School and Springtown Animal Shelter began last month during a routine school drop-off.

Springtown Elementary School counselor Vanessa Young said a student’s mother — who works at the shelter — arrived at school carrying a puppy that was too young to be left alone.

Young asked the student’s mother if the school could care for the puppy for the day. After receiving permission, staff took the puppy to visit classrooms and employees.