Columbus OH 43211
***Please note, once completing the initial screen you will be connected with the placement for a video chat. Transports run every few weeks and we will have the dog on the next available transport once approved. If you are not able to accept a dog until a specific time period, please apply at that time*** We are a volunteer run rescue and donate our time to these dogs. IF you are not serious about moving forward in our adoption process, please do not apply. If someone other than yourself is part of the decision making process, please make sure you have spoken with them and they are on board. We really do not want to waste anyone's time if you are not serious about adopting this dog. ___ Meet Katniss, a 5.5 year old, 40 lb spayed female who’s likely a Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix—beautiful inside and out, with a heart that’s just starting to trust and open up. Katniss is currently being fostered in AUSTIN, TX and can transport out of state to an approved adopter—transport is arranged by the rescue. This brave mama was found living on the streets of Cleveland, TX with her four puppies, doing her best to survive. Her pups have all found loving homes—now it’s finally Katniss’s turn to be cared for and cherished. After a lifetime of neglect, she received a full dental cleaning and completed heartworm treatment, and she’s officially ready to begin the next chapter of her life. Katniss is incredibly sweet and has made amazing progress in her foster home. Once unfamiliar with human touch, she now shows moments of playfulness and affection, especially with her foster mom. Her journey hasn’t been easy, and while she’s still a nervous dog, she becomes more trusting with each passing day. She’s fully crate and potty trained and has never had an accident in the house. Her foster family is working on leash training, but her forever family should be prepared to continue building her confidence. Because of her fears, Katniss will need a single-story home with a securely fenced yard—this gives her safe space to explore and adjust at her own pace. Katniss is also nervous in the car and at the vet, so patience and gentle routines are key. One thing that helps her immensely is the presence of another dog. She feels far more comfortable and secure when there’s a confident, well-balanced canine companion by her side, so a home with another dog is a must. She hasn’t been around cats or young children, so a home with older kids who understand and respect a shy dog’s boundaries would be the best fit. Katniss isn’t the kind of dog who will run up to you with kisses on day one. But if you’re the kind of person who finds joy in watching a dog slowly, quietly blossom—who understands the deep beauty of earned trust—then Katniss will be one of the most rewarding companions you’ll ever know. She’s come so far already. Now, she just needs a patient, loving home to help her continue that journey. Could that be you? ___ ***Listed BREED and AGE - We are taking our best guess & recommendations from our veterinarian on age, breed and size when fully grown. We rarely know a dog's exact age nor are we able to tell the true or full breed mix of dogs as our information is limited most of the time. *** Interested in applying to adopt her? Fill out an adoption application at the link below! https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/PRP/Dog
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