About this Dog
Marley’s Story – From Working Dog to Warrior Marley’s life has been anything but easy. For the first 4½ years, he worked as a dedicated sheep herder in Polson, MT. In January 2025, his world changed—he arrived at Polson Animal Clinic very sick and unable to walk. After several tests, the diagnosis came: diabetes. His owner, unable to provide the care he needed, made the heartbreaking decision to leave Marley in the loving hands of the PAC team. There, he finally received the treatment he deserved. Slowly but surely, Marley got back on his feet—and before long, he was bouncing around like a puppy again. As a retired working dog, Marley is still learning the joys of being a house dog. During four months in a foster home, he discovered that it’s perfectly fine to stretch out on a cool floor during a hot summer day. And when winter comes? He’s in his element—Marley absolutely loves the snow and would happily spend the entire day outside. Because of his diabetes, Marley is losing his eyesight. This can make him cautious and sometimes reactive when meeting new people. But if you give him a little time, speak gently as you approach, and offer plenty of belly rubs, he’ll warm up and show you his loyal, loving side. Marley is still currently at Polson Animal Clinic, but transport can be arranged for the right foster or forever home. He’s ready for his next chapter—and for someone who will see past his challenges to the devoted friend he is.
Contribute to Marley's Stash!
100% of Marley's balance will be sent to whoever adopts Marley.
Adopt Marley and Receive Marley's Fund
Adopting a pet can be expensive, and we're trying to help by fundraising for each individual in need of adoption. After verifying the adoption, Marley's new family will receive the funds that their pet has raised.
$0.0 is Marley's current balance
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. If you adopted the Marley, thank you for providing a home and a loving family!
Please begin the process of claiming Marley's contribution here.
For adoptions in which nokillnetwork.org was the matchmaker and we have contact information for both parties, we make every effort to contact the adopting family. For adoptions that were not facilitated by nokillnetwork.org, we still encourage the adopting family to claim the contribution by submitting the necessary information.
The adopting family is the only party eligible to receive the contribution. The adopting family will be required to provide proof of adoption between 4-6 weeks after adoption. This is to ensure that the home is a good match and Marley was not returned. After we have verified the adoption, Marley’s balance will be sent to the adopting family. Our staff provides instructions and help throughout this process.
We want the Marley’s balance to go to the adopting family as a way to say thank you for providing a loving home and to help with pet care expenses. In the unfortunate event we cannot contact them and verify the adoption, Marley’s balance will remain in our general fund. This fund may be used to match contributions made to other adoptable pets, incentify other adoption-related actions, promote our mission, or support the operating expenses of nokillnetwork.org. If you would like to make a direct contribution to nokillnetwork.org to help us help other pets in need, you can go here. We appreciate your generosity and help!
Contribute to Marley's Stash!
100% of Marley's balance will be sent to whoever adopts Marley.
About this Dog
Marley’s Story – From Working Dog to Warrior Marley’s life has been anything but easy. For the first 4½ years, he worked as a dedicated sheep herder in Polson, MT. In January 2025, his world changed—he arrived at Polson Animal Clinic very sick and unable to walk. After several tests, the diagnosis came: diabetes. His owner, unable to provide the care he needed, made the heartbreaking decision to leave Marley in the loving hands of the PAC team. There, he finally received the treatment he deserved. Slowly but surely, Marley got back on his feet—and before long, he was bouncing around like a puppy again. As a retired working dog, Marley is still learning the joys of being a house dog. During four months in a foster home, he discovered that it’s perfectly fine to stretch out on a cool floor during a hot summer day. And when winter comes? He’s in his element—Marley absolutely loves the snow and would happily spend the entire day outside. Because of his diabetes, Marley is losing his eyesight. This can make him cautious and sometimes reactive when meeting new people. But if you give him a little time, speak gently as you approach, and offer plenty of belly rubs, he’ll warm up and show you his loyal, loving side. Marley is still currently at Polson Animal Clinic, but transport can be arranged for the right foster or forever home. He’s ready for his next chapter—and for someone who will see past his challenges to the devoted friend he is.
