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.

This week’s Forgotten Friend is a friendly 4 1/2-year-old named Kongo, who was surrendered to a shelter in Selma and then pulled by the Canyon Lake Animal Shelter Society (CLASS) six months ago when they noticed his potential. He appears to be a Mountain Cur mixed with Labrador, carrying the perfect blend of intelligence, strength, and charm.

Kongo weighs about 66 pounds, with a gorgeous Brindle coat and soulful amber eyes, making him both handsome and loveable.

"Kongo had an owner that allowed him to roam the streets," said CLASS staff. "He was picked up by animal control a

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