{"id":390907,"date":"2026-07-29T18:24:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T18:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/390907\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T18:24:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T18:24:14","slug":"wednesday-friendsday-texas-humane-heroes-king-julien-is-ready-for-his-forever-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/390907\/","title":{"rendered":"Wednesday Friendsday: Texas Humane Heroes’ King Julien is ready for his forever family!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wednesday Friendsday brought another lovable rescue to We Are Austin as Texas Humane Heroes<\/a> introduced viewers to King Julien, an affectionate five-year-old dog who is searching for the family he’ll finally get to call his own.<\/p>\n

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“I really think that he is fit for many families. So please, please… I am so excited for the family that will get to have him in their home. Please come get him today.”<\/p>\n

Volunteer Kelly Kaelin joined Sierra Waggoner and Trevor Scott to introduce the sweet pup, who quickly charmed everyone in the studio with his calm personality, wagging tail and willingness to cuddle.<\/p>\n

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Volunteer Kelly Kaelin joined Sierra Waggoner and Trevor Scott to introduce the sweet pup, who quickly charmed everyone in the studio with his calm personality, wagging tail and willingness to cuddle.<\/p>\n

Although King Julien has spent several months waiting for his forever family, Kelly says she can’t understand why he’s been overlooked.<\/p>\n

“He is five years old. He’s been with us for several months now. We are not sure how he’s been overlooked, and we’re ready for him to get a forever home. He is good in a bath. He’s good in a crate. He slept super well at our house last night. We have a dog and a cat. He loved both of them.”<\/p>\n

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She says that adaptability makes him a wonderful fit for many different types of homes.<\/p>\n

Kelly explained that while King Julien may be a little shy when meeting new people, it doesn’t take long for his personality to shine.<\/p>\n

“Maybe an older-child family, maybe not young kids, just because he can be a tiny bit skittish at the beginning. But as you can tell, you guys just met him, and he has warmed up to you immediately.”<\/p>\n

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Wednesday Friendsday: Texas Humane Heroes’ King Julien is ready for his forever family!<\/p>\n

She says that adaptability makes him a wonderful fit for many different types of homes.<\/p>\n

“I really think that he is fit for many families. So please, please… I am so excited for the family that will get to have him in their home. Please come get him today.”<\/p>\n

While Texas Humane Heroes doesn’t know much about King Julien’s life before arriving at the shelter, his behavior offers plenty of clues.<\/p>\n

“We do think that he lived in a house because he’s potty trained. He’s very treat motivated, and he is such a good boy. He was either a stray or surrendered by someone, but he’s ready for a new start.”<\/p>\n

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“He is five years old. He’s been with us for several months now. We are not sure how he’s been overlooked, and we’re ready for him to get a forever home. He is good in a bath. He’s good in a crate. He slept super well at our house last night. We have a dog and a cat. He loved both of them.”<\/p>\n

Throughout the interview, King Julien happily explored the studio, greeted his new friends and showed off the gentle personality that has volunteers hoping his forever family is watching.<\/p>\n

In addition to highlighting adoptable pets, Texas Humane Heroes also shared exciting news about its growing campus in Leander.<\/p>\n

Kelly announced that the organization’s brand-new dog kennel facility is expected to open ahead of schedule thanks to generous community donations and capital contributions.<\/p>\n

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Kelly announced that the organization’s brand-new dog kennel facility is expected to open ahead of schedule thanks to generous community donations and capital contributions.<\/p>\n

“We are planning an opening of our new dog facility, which we’ve built through capital contributions and through donations from folks just like you. We’re looking at mid-September, ahead of schedule.”<\/p>\n

The expansion will dramatically improve the experience for both dogs and adopters while allowing the nonprofit to rescue even more animals.<\/p>\n

“This will enable us to house all of our dogs in a much more secure intake and display process. We couldn’t be more excited. I think we’re going to have the capacity for 60 or more dogs.”<\/p>\n

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“We are planning an opening of our new dog facility, which we’ve built through capital contributions and through donations from folks just like you. We’re looking at mid-September, ahead of schedule.”<\/p>\n

Located on the organization’s 22-acre property in Leander, the new building will also make it easier for visitors to see the lifesaving work happening every day.<\/p>\n

“It’s a gorgeous facility, and everything’s right at street level so people can see it from the road and see all the good work we’re doing.”<\/p>\n

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Kelly announced that the organization’s brand-new dog kennel facility is expected to open ahead of schedule thanks to generous community donations and capital contributions.<\/p>\n

Texas Humane Heroes <\/a>is also gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year: the 17th Annual Chili Cook-Off this November.<\/p>\n

The family-friendly fundraiser will feature chili competitions, a silent auction, activities for children and, of course, adoptable animals looking for loving homes.<\/p>\n

“We recommend that you get signed up now. You can be a chef, or you can be an attendee. We have a silent auction, activities for kids, and of course you can meet animals available for adoption. It is our major fundraiser of the year, and we just have so much fun every year.”<\/p>\n

Kelly says local businesses, home chefs and chili enthusiasts are encouraged to enter the competition and help support the organization’s mission.<\/p>\n

For anyone who fell in love with King Julien during his television debut, Kelly has one final message.<\/p>\n

“Please just come on out and see him. He really will warm your home, I promise you. You will not regret giving him a part of your household.”<\/p>\n

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Throughout the interview, King Julien happily explored the studio, greeted his new friends and showed off the gentle personality that has volunteers hoping his forever family is watching.<\/p>\n

To learn more about King Julien, upcoming events or other adoptable animals, visit Texas Humane Heroes online.<\/a><\/p>\n

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