Deng Deng, who has been spayed and vaccinated, measures 40 centimeters (16 inches) tall, 50 centimeters 20 inches) long, and weighs about 10 kilograms (22 pounds), the ad noted.
The announcement has been viewed more than 200,000 times, with some 2,200 people registering to participate in the auction.
Netizens — who initially thought the ad was fake — have sent well-wishes to the abandoned dog.
“I hope this cute dog finds a new home soon.”
“I also signed up for the auction.”
“I’m so sad that the dog was marked ‘movable property’ yet I couldn’t help but laugh.”
“The pet hotel has done a good job taking care of the dog for years.”
“Although I like it very much, I basically have to wait for us to retire before we can raise it. If we raise it now, we will be responsible for it for a lifetime.”
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