Honey

Seward AK 99664

I’m a special 6 year old gal with so much love to give the right person. I can't really explain everything I've been through, but life has been pretty lonely and scary. I was at the shelter for 6 long months, and I've been working on myself at a foster home for another 2! I love to snuggle and wiggle around — my foster mom says I'm one of the sweetest dogs she's ever met. I'm a great listener, not just for all the classic commands, but I'll actually fall asleep in your arms if you talk softly to me. Basically, I could cuddle all day, but I'm self-reliant too; fully housetrained, a dainty eater, and clean as can be. When you're ready, I love to play, so if you've got a fenced yard, throwing arm, or like to hike — I'm yours! I'll be honest, I've made mistakes. I'm what's called "stranger reactive," AKA I'm really scared of new people and dogs. Because of this, I've nipped two strangers in the past. I’m learning better now, phew. I have toys to use when I’m upset, and wearing a muzzle on walks has been life-changing! Sure, it’s kinda embarrassing to wear special orthodontic headgear in public, but I know you won’t judge me. My foster mom says we can think of it as a "fancy hat" that helps me live a full, safe life. Now that I know my muzzle means adventure, I even help put it on ? I’ve been through a lot... but I’m not giving up! I practice my social butterfly skills every day: I've made new friends, gone on group walks and carpooled, and even visited the homes of total ‘strangers’ who turned out to be friends after all. I’ve always been easygoing and gentle with those I trust, and I don't show any food or toy guarding at all. What's mine is yours ? Thanks for taking the chance to get to know me... the hardest thing about being ‘stranger reactive’ is that it can make my would-be-friends stay strangers. I understand, but I don’t want to live in a world full of strangers anymore, I've been so lonely. I've still got hope, but I need your help. Please let me show you who I really am. -- Honey”